Accra: The Madina Community Hospital and Specialist Services at Madina Ritz Junction in Accra has successfully conducted a four-day free health screening exercise as part of their 'Health Project' initiative, benefiting residents of the surrounding areas and beyond.
According to Ghana News Agency, the exercise was organized in collaboration with Mr. Francis Xavier Kojo Sosu, the Member of Parliament for the Madina Constituency, and the Madina Municipal Health Directorate. The MP's office significantly contributed to the event's publicity, working closely with assembly members to raise awareness about the health screening.
The health screening attracted numerous residents daily, who availed themselves of various medical screenings and counseling services. The screenings included basic vital checks such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and Body Mass Index, alongside tests for malaria, typhoid, HIV, and blood group determination. Comprehensive medical activities also covered laboratory checks for normal blood sugar, urine protein, kidney and liver function, and cholesterol levels.
In addition, the exercise offered screenings for cervical cancer, breast exams and scans, abdominal/pelvic scans, and eye tests. Individuals requiring surgeries for specific conditions were offered a substantial discount, paying only half the price for essential surgical services.
In an interview, Dr. Dove Hutordzeso, the Chief Executive Officer of the Madina Community Hospital, highlighted the importance of regular health screenings, emphasizing that early detection of abnormalities can significantly improve treatment outcomes. He noted that the health initiative was a gesture of gratitude towards the community that has supported the hospital since its inception in 2021.
Dr. Hutordzeso reaffirmed the facility's dedication to providing quality healthcare and supporting the local community through such initiatives. He also announced that general screenings necessitating surgeries would continue until April 15, 2026, to accommodate more individuals, with patients required to pay only half of the costs, covering surgery, anesthesia, and admission.
Beneficiaries of the exercise received free medical consultations, medications, and referrals for severe conditions. Dr. Hutordzeso emphasized the importance of preventive health management over curative approaches and revealed plans for a similar major exercise later in the year.
For those beneficiaries requiring surgeries, common issues included hernias and fibroids. The facility is currently offering discounted promotional surgeries for conditions such as fibroids, cesarean sections, hernias, lump removal, goitre, and emergency surgeries, with these promotions running until April 15, 2026.