The Free Medical Outreach at Rumunduru Playground, Rumuwhara, Port Harcourt, Rivers State was Carried out by Society Empowerment for Transformation Initiative (SETI) in partnership with Dazzling Sickles Evangelical Ministries and RCCG Rivers Province 12

1. Executive Summary

The Society Empowerment for Transformation Initiative (SETI), in collaboration with Dazzling Sickles Evangelical Ministries and RCCG Rivers Province 12, successfully conducted a Free Medical Outreach at Rumunduru Playground, Rumuwhara, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The outreach was organized to improve access to essential healthcare services for underserved members of the community, promote preventive healthcare practices, facilitate early detection of common health conditions, and provide free treatment and medications to beneficiaries.

A total of 200 community members benefited from the outreach through various health screening, diagnostic, consultation, and treatment services. The intervention focused on malaria testing and treatment, typhoid testing and treatment, blood sugar screening and management, blood pressure screening and treatment, vital signs assessment, medical consultations, and the provision of free medications. The outreach recorded a high level of participation from community residents and achieved its objective of bringing quality healthcare services closer to vulnerable populations. Lastly, as we partnered with the church some people’s spiritual needs were also met.

2. Background

Access to affordable healthcare remains a challenge for many individuals and families within local communities due to economic constraints and limited access to health facilities. Recognizing the need to bridge this gap, SETI organized a free medical outreach aimed at providing basic healthcare support while promoting health awareness and disease prevention. The outreach was designed to identify common health conditions among residents, provide timely treatment, and refer cases requiring advanced medical attention to appropriate health facilities.

3. Objectives of the Outreach

The key objectives of the outreach were to: 1. Provide free healthcare services to community members with priority to the women and children. 2. Conduct health screenings for common diseases and health conditions. 3. Promote early diagnosis and treatment of illnesses. 4. Improve community awareness on preventive health practices. 5. Reduce the burden of untreated health conditions among vulnerable populations. 6. Facilitate access to free medications and professional medical consultations.

4. Outreach Activities

The following services were provided during the outreach: • a. Vital Signs Assessment Beneficiaries underwent preliminary health assessments including: • Blood pressure measurement • Body temperature checks • Pulse rate assessment • General health evaluation b. Malaria Testing and Treatment • Rapid malaria diagnostic testing was conducted. • Individuals who tested positive received appropriate antimalarial treatment and counseling. c. Typhoid Testing and Treatment • Typhoid screening was carried out. • Beneficiaries diagnosed with typhoid fever received appropriate medications and medical advice. d. Blood Sugar Screening • Random blood sugar tests were conducted. • Individuals with elevated blood glucose levels received medical consultation, counseling, and referrals where necessary. e. Blood Pressure Screening • Blood pressure checks were conducted. • Individuals identified with hypertension or abnormal blood pressure readings received medical attention and counseling. f. Medical Consultation and General Treatment • Doctors attended to patients presenting with various health concerns. • Appropriate diagnoses were made and treatment provided. • Cases requiring specialized care were advised on further medical follow-up. g. Drug Dispensing • Prescribed medications were dispensed. • Beneficiaries received medical counseling on proper medication use and adherence. h. Spiritual counselling • Counselling was carried out by RCCG Rivers Province 12.

5. Beneficiary Reach

Total Beneficiaries Reached: 200 Community Members The beneficiaries included: • Men • Women • Elderly persons • Youths • Children accompanied by caregivers

6. Human Resources and Team Composition

The outreach was implemented by a multidisciplinary team comprising: Medical Personnel • Medical Doctors • 3 Laboratory Technicians • 3 Nurses responsible for vital signs assessment Pharmacy Team • 2 Pharmacists responsible for dispensing medications and providing drug counseling Support Team • 2 Crowd Controllers for beneficiary coordination and crowd management • General Volunteers who provided logistical, administrative, and operational support

7. Partnerships and Collaboration

The success of the outreach was made possible through strategic collaboration between: • Society Empowerment for Transformation Initiative (SETI) • Dazzling Sickles Evangelical Ministries • RCCG Rivers Province 12 These partnerships enhanced resource mobilization, community engagement, volunteer participation, and overall outreach effectiveness.

8. Key Outcomes

The outreach achieved the following outcomes: • Improved access to healthcare services for 200 community members. • Early detection of malaria, typhoid fever, hypertension, and abnormal blood sugar levels. • Provision of free medical consultations and treatments. • Increased awareness of preventive healthcare practices. • Distribution of essential medications at no cost to beneficiaries. • Strengthened community trust in healthcare interventions and outreach programs.

9. Conclusion

The Free Medical Outreach conducted at Rumunduru Playground, Rumuwhara, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, was highly successful and impactful. Through the collective efforts of SETI, Dazzling Sickles Evangelical Ministries, RCCG Rivers Province 12, healthcare professionals, and volunteers, 200 community members received essential healthcare services, medical consultations, health screenings, treatment, and medications free of charge. The outreach reinforced the importance of community-based healthcare interventions in addressing healthcare access challenges and improving the wellbeing of vulnerable populations. SETI remains committed to promoting health, transforming the lives of women and children, and strengthening community development through sustainable health interventions and partnership.