As part of efforts to alleviate the suffering of flood victims in Bauchi State, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali-Pate has launched a free medical outreach programme offering critical healthcare services to thousands of Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs.
DAILY POST reports that flooding caused by heavy rainfall left many homeless and several properties destroyed particularly in Bauchi North Senatorial district. Speaking at the temporary Internally Displaced Persons, IDP camp in Azare, the Katagum LGA headquarters on Sunday, the Minister commended the dedication and professionalism of the medical team attending to the victims. “The people are receiving treatment for common diseases like malaria, pneumonia, and hypertension, among others.
He further disclosed that over 1,200 individuals had been treated that day, with many diagnosed with ailments like malaria, pneumonia, and skin conditions. “This is about providing access in an emergency situation. We have internally displaced populations here, and we must do everything possible to support them,” he stated further.
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