In an effort to address the high prevalence of hypertension and other health concerns among market women in Nigeria, General Hospital Mushin, in collaboration with the Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Rasaq Olusola Ajala, organised a free medical outreach programme at Ojuwoye Market, tagged ‘Your Health, Our Passion.’ This initiative brought healthcare closer to traders and residents in the Mushin area.

The outreach, led by Dr. Oluyemi Taiwo, MD/CEO of General Hospital Mushin, aimed to provide accessible medical services to individuals who may face financial barriers to healthcare. Hundreds of traders, buyers, and residents benefitted from a variety of healthcare services, including obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, family planning, immunisation, general surgery, ophthalmology, dental care, and physiotherapy. Dr. Taiwo emphasised the importance of taking healthcare to the grassroots, ensuring that individuals don’t have to wait for hospital visits to receive medical attention. Reflecting on past medical outreaches, she pointed out the alarming prevalence of hypertension and diabetes among market women, which she attributed to urbanisation, poor dietary habits and financial challenges. “Many people, even those aware of their conditions, often neglect them due to the pressures of daily life,” she said.

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