To commemorate this year’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work, the management of Asaba Specialist Hospital organized a comprehensive health screening program for its staff. The event, which took place from Monday, April 29, 2024, to Saturday, May 4th 2024, included a range of activities aimed at promoting the well-being of the hospital’s workforce.

The activities included a lecture series, Medical tests such as Fasting Lipid Profile, Electrocardiogram (ECG), Eye Screening, Diabetes Screening, Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test, Breast Self-Examination demonstration, and a staff workout exercise. The workout exercise, which was launched on Saturday, May 4th, will now be held on a bimonthly basis.

Dr. Peace Ighosewe, the Chief Medical Director of Asaba Specialist Hospital, explained that the medical screening was designed to ensure that all staff members benefit from the same services offered to patients. She emphasized that the management prioritizes the health and well-being of its staff, and the exercise was aimed at boosting morale and productivity.

Dr. Ighosewe expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori-led administration for prioritizing the welfare of healthcare workers in Delta State and creating a conducive environment for the hospital to flourish.

She also extended her appreciation to the Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, for his support and approval of the project. Additionally, she thanked Dr. Urhenma Obodoagha, the Chairman of the Organizing Committee, for her exceptional supervision of the activities. Furthermore, she acknowledged the management team, staff, sponsors, and donors for their invaluable support, which made the project a success.

Dr. Ighosewe advised other hospitals to emulate this gesture, showing love and care for their workers’ health and well-being. This, she said, will encourage staff to work better and increase harmony among team members.

Dr. Urhenma, a Consultant Family Physician at the hospital, highlighted the various activities lined up for the event. She noted that the hospital observed World Day for Safety and Health at Work on Monday, followed by ECG and eye test screenings, health talks, and demonstrations on self-breast care. The program concluded with a walk for life, aerobics, and other exercises on Saturday.

Dr Ngozi Onwueme, a Consultant Cardiologist, commended the management for organizing the exercise, stating that many staff members who benefitted were carrying out these tests for the first time. She noted that new diagnoses were made, and treatment has commenced for some staff members.

Staff members who participated in the program expressed their appreciation for the initiative, which showed that the hospital cares about their well-being. Ogala Priscilla, a staff member, said, “I want to thank the management for this thoughtful screening exercise. We appreciate their efforts.” Ngozi Ossai, a cleaner at the hospital, added, “I want to thank the management for including me in the screening. I am very grateful.”

Azubuike Aweni, another staff member, thanked the management for looking after the well-being of staff members, saying, “I want to especially thank the hospital for this kind gesture, most especially the Medical Director, Dr. Peace Ighosewe, for her thoughtfulness.”

The management of Asaba Specialist Hospital has demonstrated its commitment to the well-being of its staff, and this initiative is a testament to its dedication to prioritizing their health and safety.