The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) launched a state-of-the-art PharmaCare Centre in Ilora, Oyo State, aimed at providing comprehensive healthcare services to residents of the town and its surroundings.
In collaboration with a non-governmental organisation, Jason Health Organisation, the association also conducted a free medical outreach benefiting over one thousand people in Oyo and Ilora, Oyo State.
This one-day medical outreach was part of the activities leading up to the 43rd International Conference of the association scheduled for 22 to 27 July, 2024, in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.
Pharm. Wale Oladigbolu, the national chairman of ACPN, emphasised that the partnership aims to enhance access to healthcare services for the community. He highlighted the association’s commitment to giving back and supporting the community.
Furthermore, Pharm. Oladigbolu announced that the association would sponsor surgical procedures for three individuals, with two already identified for cataract and other medical needs.
Lambert Israel, human resource manager of Jason Health Organisation, underscored the necessity of the outreach given the economic challenges faced by Nigerians. He expressed optimism for future, more extensive medical outreaches.
Speaking from the centre, Coordinator Pharm. Moji Aladesanmi described the outreach as comprehensive, providing beneficiaries with access to specialist care. She noted that around 100 pairs of glasses were distributed at no cost, with follow-up treatments planned based on medical team reports.
Pharm. Aderemi Adekunle, overseeing the Ilora PharmaCare Centre, urged the community to utilise the facility for primary healthcare needs, promising to uphold the association’s vision for the project.
Representing the beneficiaries, Mr Waliu Oyetunji, Mrs Ademola Sadiat, and Tijani Adijat expressed gratitude for the organised outreach, praying for the continued success of the organisers and medical team.
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