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31 Mar
The Christian Mothers of Oshodi Archdeaconry in the Diocese of Lagos West, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), recently organised a one-day medical outreach for the women, as part of activities to celebrate Mothering Sunday. Hosted by the Advent Anglican Church, Ijaye, Mafoluku, Lagos, different foodstuff were also distribute to attendees at the event. The gesture…
16 Mar
As part of efforts towards improving the health and well-being of widows and their offspring in extension, Rose of Sharon Foundation (RoSF) in partnership with CHECK Medicals, held a one-day comprehensive medical outreach for the women in Lagos.
29 Feb
The Zamfara State government has concluded the third phase of its free modified outreach programme, treating a total of 2,213 individuals. The third phase of the programme lasted between February 23 and 25, 2024, according to a statement by Sulaiman Bala Idris, the spokesperson to Governor Dauda Lawal. According to him, the special modified medical…
3 Sep 2023
Many Nigerians rely on out-of-pocket payment for medical care, and this can be inadequate sometimes due to the high cost of treating some ailments. And with no social insurance policies as an alternative to some of the persons having difficulty paying for medical care through out-of-pocket, such persons rely on free medical outreach or friends and family…

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