Clinison Medical Centre Concludes Successful Two-Day Free Medical Camp in Soroti.

By Peterson Hiirya.

Clinison Medical Centre  Soroti city has successfully concluded a two-day free medical camp that provided eye screening and cervical cancer screening services to hundreds of residents from across the Teso sub-region.

Speaking to journalists at the closure of the outreach, Jimmy Julius Mubiri, the Chief Operations Officer of Clinison Medical Centre, described the camp as a major success, citing the overwhelming response from communities seeking preventive healthcare services.

“We have been offering free eye screening and free cervical cancer screening services to the public over the last two days. Every participant was given an opportunity to consult medical professionals, undergo examinations using modern equipment, and receive guidance on their health status,” Mubiri said.

He noted that beneficiaries received treatment recommendations, while some were provided with free medication. Other medicines were made available at subsidized prices to ensure affordability for patients requiring further treatment.

Mubiri revealed that the camp attracted participants from across the Teso sub-region, including Soroti, Amuria, Serere, Ngora, Kaberamaido, Katakwi and neighboring districts.

“The turnout has been impressive and demonstrates that communities value accessible healthcare services. It encourages us to continue bringing health services closer to the people,” he added.

For cervical cancer screening, Mubiri said examinations were conducted and results provided immediately where possible. Patients requiring additional investigations were referred appropriately through collaboration with a pathology team to ensure proper follow-up care.

He emphasized the need for continuous public awareness on preventive healthcare, noting that many people only seek medical attention after conditions have progressed.

“Many people discover eye problems when their vision has already deteriorated significantly. Similarly, misconceptions about cervical cancer prevent some women from seeking timely screening,” he said.

Mubiri pledged that the outreach would not be a one-time event, saying the medical centre intends to organize more community health camps targeting various health conditions in the future.

Meanwhile, Iroco Proscovia, a clinician at Clinison Medical Centre, said the outreach had been particularly beneficial in detecting health conditions that often go unnoticed.

“One of the biggest challenges with cervical cancer is that many women do not experience symptoms until the disease reaches an advanced stage.

During the screening exercise, we identified several women with positive VIA results and other abnormalities and advised them to undergo further investigations,” she explained.

According to Proscovia, eye screening remains one of the most neglected health services in Uganda because many people only seek care after developing serious vision problems.

“Through this outreach, many people were screened free of charge, allowing early detection of eye conditions that could become more serious and expensive to treat if ignored,” she said.

She also commended the community for the positive response, noting that health workers worked until late in the evening on the first day to ensure that all patients who had traveled long distances received care.

The clinician urged women, particularly those aged 45 years and above, to undergo regular cervical cancer screening and encouraged the public to seek routine eye examinations.

Proscovia also called upon parents and guardians to embrace HPV vaccination, describing it as an important preventive measure against cervical cancer.

Beneficiaries who attended the camp praised the initiative and the quality of services provided.

Akuru Deborah, a retired teacher from Opuyo Ward in Soroti City, said she was impressed by the professionalism and friendliness of the medical staff.

“The staff were very welcoming and attentive from the moment I arrived. Patients were attended to fairly and the services were very good,” she said.

Although she experienced a rise in blood pressure during her first visit and required treatment, she returned for further review and expressed satisfaction with the care she received.

Deborah said the outreach had greatly benefited the community, particularly because eye screening services and eyeglasses were offered at affordable costs.

“The response from the public shows that there is a real need for these services. When such needs are addressed, it greatly benefits the community,” she noted.

Another beneficiary, Otyama Okiror Christopher from Toroma Sub-county in Katakwi District, commended the facility for its patient-centered approach and quality healthcare services.

“I came specifically for eye care services because I have been experiencing vision challenges. The specialists examined my eyes, assessed my vision and provided professional advice,” he said.

Christopher encouraged other residents seeking quality healthcare services to visit Clinison Medical Centre, saying the staff are professional, welcoming and committed to providing quality care.

The two-day outreach forms part of Clinison Medical Centre’s efforts to promote preventive healthcare and improve access to essential medical services in the Teso sub-region. Health officials say increased awareness, routine screening and early detection remain critical in reducing the burden of eye diseases and cervical cancer in the community.