As part of efforts to ease the suffering of flood victims in Bauchi State, Prof Muhammad Ali-Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, has inaugurated a free medical outreach campaign that will provide crucial healthcare services to thousands of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
According to reports, torrential rainfall caused floods, leaving many people homeless and destroying property, notably in Bauchi North Senatorial District.
On Sunday, Minister Ali-Pate spoke visited the temporary Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp at Azare, the Katagum LGA headquarters, and praised the medical personnel for their devotion and skill in treating the victims.
Ali-Pate said:
“The people are receiving treatment for common diseases like malaria, pneumonia, and hypertension, among others. In these difficult times, we must do everything we can to provide relief to our citizens.”
He also praised the collaborative efforts of health experts, including physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and lab scientists, in assisting impacted areas.
“Anyone who attends this outreach will be examined, diagnosed, and treated at no cost,” Ali-Pate reassured.
He further stated that over 1,200 people had been treated that day, with many being diagnosed with diseases such as malaria, pneumonia, and skin disorders.
“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 added.
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