The West African College of Physicians says access to quality healthcare is not just a privilege, but a fundamental human right.
The President of WACP, Rose Macaulay echoed this on Saturday during a medical outreach organised by the college for Kuje residents in the Federal Capital Territory, heralding its 48th Annual Scientific and General Meeting held in Abuja, themed, “Strengthening healthcare systems in West Africa: Opportunities and challenges.”
She said, “Access to quality healthcare is not just a privilege, but a fundamental right every citizen deserves. This medical outreach is a testament to WACP’s commitment to ensuring no one is left behind, regardless of location or economic status.
“This medical outreach programme is more than just a service; it is a lifeline for many who have been unable to access regular medical care. We hope that those individuals seen by the doctors today continue to seek care in health facilities near their locations. It is the collective responsibility of providers to care for the health of our people, and that starts with an initiative like this.”
On his part, the Chairman of the Kuje Area Council of the FCT, Abdullahi Sabo stressed that the medical outreach underscores WACP’s commitment to improving healthcare accessibility.
Sabo, who was represented by Mohammed-Gimba Ebbo stated that the importance of the medical outreach cannot be overstated, as many residents face challenges in accessing quality healthcare due to financial constraints, geographical barriers, and lack of awareness.
The chairman said that medical outreach bridges many gaps by providing free medical services, consultations, screenings, and treatments to those who need them most.
“This initiative underscores the college’s commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality in our community.
“The importance of this medical outreach cannot be overstated. Many residents face challenges in accessing quality healthcare due to financial constraints, geographical barriers, or lack of awareness.
“This outreach bridges that gap, providing free medical services, consultations, screenings, and treatments to those who need them most.
“The benefits of this outreach are multifaceted, especially on early detection and treatment of diseases, improved health awareness and education, enhanced quality of life for beneficiaries and strengthened healthcare infrastructure in our community,” Sabo noted.
The Gomo Palace Chief, Alhaji Haruna Jilbrin who lauded the physicians’ outreach emphasised that healthcare is a service to humanity.
SOURCE PUNCH NEWS
