Wholesome Health
We believe that good health encompasses Medical & Social wellbeing.
“We cannot say someone is healthy when they struggle to eat three square meals or have no shirt on their back. To say we have impacted health, we have to go beyond medical health to touch on social health as well.”
– Dr Pat Asadu
The Problem
There are numerous issues facing healthcare in the world today but for the rural communities, even minor ailments like malaria or dehydration which would be cured in a matter of days in the urban communities could take weeks to recover without treatment and death in extreme cases.
This Wholesome Health Programme was developed considering 2 principal drivers for change that guide our actions and projects:
- Adequate healthcare has become a luxury in many rural communities.
- The health of an individual affects all areas of their life and extends to the family, community, and society.
Our Solution
To combat these drivers and promote our belief of health going beyond medicine, three projects have been initiated. The WHP framework will enable additional projects to be included if they contribute to the outcomes and benefits for this programme.
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Annual Medical Outreach
Operated annually since 2013, it is a 5-day free clinic that provides opportunities for free medical care, check-ups, and treatments for communities. The WHP team dispenses free medicines, general practice consultation, dental, psychiatric and optometry consultations, as well as special surgical procedures, gynae operations, cataract operation, free glasses, ultrasound scans and a range of laboratory test to villagers, providing a lifeline for people who would otherwise be unable to afford them. Our 2019 free clinic provided 5,700 people with medical treatment.
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The PAF Food & Clothing Distribution Project
An annual distribution of food stuff like bags of grain and other commodities to members of the community who struggle to feed their families. The project also includes the distribution of clothing to members of the community who cannot afford to buy any. The goal is to impact their standard of living and overall health. In 2020 alone, our project provided 5,000 textile materials (wrappers) for women, 5,000 blankets to aid in the colder seasons as well as 5,000 bags of 20Kg rice to families.
Projects
Apr
2020
Covid-19 Sensitization and Drug Distribution Program
Nov
2019
2019 Free Medical Mission
Feb
2018
2018 Free Medical Mission
Following tradition, The 2018 medical mission allowed thousands of villagers the opportunity to receive free medical and surgical interventions and medications.
Jan
2017
2017 Free Medical Mission
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Renovation of Ajuona Ovoko Health Centre
Outcomes
- Time and cost saving for patients in remote areas.
- Increased quality of care and confidence in the health system.
- Increased access to health specialists in remote areas.
- Healthier and Happier communities