NYSC screens 150 people for malaria, others in Abia

One hundred and fifty rural dwellers in Isiukwuato Local Government of Abia state have benefited from the Health initiative for Rural Dwellers programme organised by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). At the event, inhabitants of the area with diverse health issues ranging from malaria, typhoid, and arthritis and were attended to by the Corps […]

One hundred and fifty rural dwellers in Isiukwuato Local Government of Abia state have benefited from the Health initiative for Rural Dwellers programme organised by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

At the event, inhabitants of the area with diverse health issues ranging from malaria, typhoid, and arthritis and were attended to by the Corps medical personnel drawn from the Health Campaign CDS group. 

Speaking, the Executive Chairman of the LGA Hon. Nnamdi Udueze commended the NYSC for attending to the health needs of his people and promised continued assistance to the scheme to enable it achieve its aims and objectives. 

The State NYSC coordinator, Mrs Ifon Francesca said the Health initiative for rural dwellers programme was aimed at reaching the rural dwellers in need of health care and commended the health CDS Group in Isiukwuato for giving back to the society. 

The State Coordinator also thanked various donors and sponsors who ensure the success of the two days medical outreach.