Thousands of residents from across the county have today turned up for free medical camp conducted in collaboration with the M-Pesa Foundation (Zuri Health).
As the county continue to strengthen partnership to create awareness and improve cancer screening, hundreds benefited from screen for cervical, breast, prostate, and colon cancers. In addition, residents accessed specialized services for eye care, dental care, ENT (ear, nose, and throat), mental health, and more.
Tuberculosis screening and laboratory services as investigation for diabetes and cancer biomarkers-early indicators of potential cancer cases.
20 cancer patients were selected to receive a one-year medical insurance cover aimed at ensuring their families have access to healthcare and education where by all Cancer patients attending the camp received special care, including manicures, pedicures, and oncology haircare services, designed to boost their self-esteem.
Additionally, 50 “mama packs” were distributed to new mothers at Moi County Referral Hospital.
In her remarks, the First Lady H.E Sabina Mwadime expressed her gratitude to M-Pesa Foundation and Zuri Health for organizing the free medical camp. She emphasized the importance of such initiatives, noting that many patients struggle to access essential healthcare services due to financial constraints.
The County Executive Committee Member for Health services, Mr. Gifton Mkaya, echoed the first lady’s sentiments and stressed the importance of making the most of this rare opportunity. He urged residents to take full advantage of the medical services offered, noting that this was just the beginning of larger healthcare initiatives in the county. The county government plans to collaborate with other stakeholders to organize more medical camps, reaching even the most remote areas.
George Gathoni, representing the M-Pesa Foundation in Taita Taveta County, shared that this was their 26th medical camp since June of last year. “We have been conducting medical camps across the country, and Taita Taveta was identified as having a high cancer burden. That is why we chose to conduct this camp here during Cancer Awareness Month,” Gathoni explained.
The camp aimed to screen at least 3,000 residents, with follow-up care planned for those diagnosed with conditions. Patients will also receive medication for up to three months as part of the ongoing support.
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