Global Health Corps Alumni Offer Free Health Screenings in Malawi
The initiative aims to address the challenge of accessing free health services in a country where poverty often prevents people from seeking timely medical attention.
LILONGWE, Malawi — Global Health Corps alumni hosted free health screenings in Malawi's capital on Saturday, focusing on the rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the country, writes Martin Kamlaike.
Revelation Nyirongo, president of the health alumni group, emphasized the importance of proactive health measures during the event at Game Complex in Lilongwe.
"We're providing a proactive approach where we're pushing for people to get tested, know their health status, and take steps towards good health living," Nyirongo said.
The initiative offered free health education and screenings for various conditions, including HIV/AIDS and NCDs. Nyirongo highlighted that many Malawians, particularly business people, often neglect regular health checks.
Evelyn Chibwe, Technical Advisor on NCDs for Partners in Health, praised the collaboration. "We're able to give them education on how to prevent NCDs and have a better life," Chibwe said.
The event was organized in partnership with several health organizations, including MACRO, Family Planning Association of Malawi, Partners-in-Health, and Malawi Blood Transfusion.
Global Health Corps, which organized the event, is an organization that mobilizes young people to advocate for global health equity worldwide.
The alumni group comprises graduates of the Global Health Corps fellowship program.
Nyirongo encouraged Malawians, stating that global health equity is attainable but requires commitment from everyone to achieve it in Malawi.
The initiative aims to address the challenge of accessing free health services in a country where poverty often prevents people from seeking timely medical attention.