Group, LCDA Offer Free Medical Treatment, Screening

Since health is wealth, the Lafiaji Development Association  in collaboration with  the Lagos Island East Local Council Development Area at the weekend organised a free  medical screening for residents of Cow Lane, Keffi, Obalende, Dolphin Estate,  Araromi, Pike, Foresythe, Okesuna and Sangrouse area of Lagos Island, Lagos State to  determine their health status to avoid health emergencies and untimely death.

The event was held at the Association’s secretariat at Lewis Street, Lagos Island,  southwest Nigeria.

The residents trooped out in their numbers to participate in the exercise.

Drugs were administered where necessary and they were screened for ailments such as  cancer, hypertension and diabetes; children were also given worm expellants.

The medical teams that participated in the screening was led by Dr. Kayode John and  Dr. A. Akeredolu.

Speaking at the event, the president of the association, Mr. Babatunde Abosun said  the association is non-political and non-religious and “we are after the welfare and  progress of our community.

“We normally organise the free medical screening every 1st May and 1st October every  year to assist residents on health matters.

“Apart from health, we have also empowered  school children on summer coaching and  the youth generally.”

Secretary-General, Mr. Remi Agbaosi simply said: “We are giving back to the society  what we have benefited from it.”

—Paul Iyoghojie

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