The Julius Agenmonmen Foundation, according to a Thursday statement, was established to provide accessible preventive interventions to bring hope to those who have little or no access to proper healthcare in society.
“It is, therefore, his wish that many in his community of birth and indeed all over the nation and beyond will not suffer from access to early diagnosis and treatment of common health issues.”
According to the statement, a number of equipment were donated during the launch, making the hospital to have the best-equipped eye centre in the local government. The equipment donated include illuminated LED VA chart; SLITLAMP/ Goldman applanation tonometer; examination chair or combi unit; autoref keratometer; wireless binocular indirect ophthalmoscope; ophthalmoscope and retinoscope; photopter, amongst many others.
Agenmonmen, who was born 60 years ago at the hospital where the foundation was launched, said, “It is a privilege to give back to the community and help people live independent lives throughout their lifetime. The JAF Foundation is dedicated to becoming involved in various facets of healthcare to help people feel they have value and a purpose. The ultimate objective of the foundation is to improve their lives in whatever way we can.”All rights reserved.
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