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The Okeoghene Samuel Eterigho Sickle Cell Awareness Foundation has organised a free medical outreach in Irri, Isoko South local council in Delta State, as part of its efforts to improve community health and raise awareness about sickle cell disease. The one-day event provided a wide array of medical services to over 400 residents, including free health education, blood pressure and sugar level checks, malaria and HIV testing, eye examinations, and complimentary reading glasses.
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The foundation’s founder, Erezi Eterigho, commended the collective efforts of donors, healthcare professionals, and volunteers who made the outreach possible. “Witnessing the profound impact of this outreach on the lives of the people in Irri fills us with immense gratitude,” she said. “We are thankful for the dedication of our volunteers and medical professionals and the generosity of our donors, whose support made it possible to bring essential healthcare to those in need.”
Eterigho described the initiative as part of a broader mission to enhance the quality of life within communities, adding that the success of the program has strengthened the Foundation’s resolve to reach more people in need. “We are driven by a profound sense of responsibility to enhance the quality of life for individuals within our communities,” she noted. “Witnessing the positive impact of our efforts fuels our determination to expand our reach and continue making a tangible difference.”
The outreach exemplifies the foundation’s dedication to providing resources and essential healthcare support to underserved populations. Many beneficiaries expressed deep appreciation, describing the outreach as both timely and transformative. Since its inception in 2022, the foundation has reached over two million people across various communities, offering critical health interventions and educational support.
The organisation’s yearly outreach continues to grow in reach and impact, thanks to strategic partnerships and community-driven support. The foundation remains committed to raising awareness about sickle cell disease and addressing the healthcare needs of underserved populations through ongoing programs.
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