Staff Reporter
Preparations are in full swing for the highly anticipated Mother and Child Mbarara free medical camp, organized by the Porunn Initiative Uganda at Kabahambi Church of Uganda in Ntungamo Municipality. The one-day event, scheduled to commence on Friday, February 2, 2024, aims to bridge the gap between healthcare services and communities.
Managing Director of Porunn Initiative Uganda and chief organizer, Arisiima Annah, spoke to the media, outlining the diverse offerings at the camp. The event will feature free screenings for common health conditions such as diabetes, its complications, hypertension, nutrition, child health, and the health benefits of the Moringa tree, among others.
Arisiima emphasized that the free medical camp serves as a vital component in health literacy campaigns, dedicated to educating the masses and raising awareness about early medical diagnosis and treatment. The goal is to screen and treat over 500 individuals, and she encouraged the general public to participate.
In addition to the medical camp, Arisiima announced the commissioning of the Porunn Training Centre at Kanju I Ntungamo Municipality. This center aims to equip young people, including those in school, out of school, young professionals, and other community members, with soft skills essential for their daily lives.
The Porunn Training Centre, a youth initiative and community-based organization, focuses on accelerating commercial or home-based activities that contribute to community development and income generation among young people. It unites individuals interested in job creation, community service, and the overall fight against poverty through handcraft making, particularly in shoe making and repairing.
