Public advised to prioritise health during festive celebrations
A community health outreach in Domeabra Amponsahene, Eastern Region, has provided free medical care to nearly 300 residents. The event, organised by the Domeabra Traditional Area, HEAL, and the National Health Insurance Authority, cost over GHS 30,000. Local leaders and health experts are now calling for wider support to expand similar initiatives.
The outreach was held in partnership with HEAL (Health, Education, Advocacy & Leadership), a non-profit founded by Dr Emmanuel Anim in 2017. Its mission is to connect underserved communities with essential healthcare services. This year’s event offered free screenings, medications, and health education to residents.
Screenings uncovered multiple health issues, including urticaria, dermatitis, and diarrhoea. Doctors also identified 26 malaria cases, anaemia, and severe complications among diabetic and hypertensive patients. Many of those affected had stopped taking prescribed medications due to financial struggles or poor health habits. Dr Anim, HEAL’s founder, urged residents to adopt healthier diets during the Christmas season. He recommended cutting back on processed foods and oils while prioritising natural meals. The exercise also provided free National Health Insurance Scheme registrations and renewals. Nana Adwoa Ohene, the Gyantuahemaa of Domeabra, stressed that the traditional authority views community health as a top priority. The event received backing from local businesses, including PowerStar Auto Technic Ltd, Dannex Ayrton Starwin Plc, Das Pharmaceutic, and Salina Pharmacy. Dr Anim later called for government and corporate funding to extend such programmes to other regions.
The outreach served around 300 people and addressed critical health gaps in Domeabra. Organisers highlighted the need for sustained support to prevent lifestyle diseases and improve access to care. Future initiatives will depend on continued collaboration between health providers, local leaders, and sponsors.
