More than 600 residents from Mikumbune in South Imenti Constituency, Meru County, have today received free medical services, thanks to an initiative by Karatina University.
Karatina University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Linus Gitonga, stated that the medical camp is part of the university’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts. He highlighted that a similar activity was recently conducted in Nyeri County, with the institution aiming to extend the initiative to all 47 counties in Kenya.
Prof. Gitonga encouraged residents to take advantage of cancer screening services available at the camp. As a cancer survivor himself, he emphasized the importance of early detection, which significantly increases the chances of successful treatment.
The medical camp was made possible through Karatina University’s partnership with various healthcare providers. These collaborators contributed medical personnel who attended to residents seeking free healthcare services.
Ann Ngochi, the Head of the Medical Unit at Karatina University, urged Kenyans to prioritize regular health check-ups. She attributed the rising cases of cancer and other chronic illnesses to lifestyle choices and stressed the need for early detection.
Ngochi also called on the government to regulate the use of chemicals on food crops, noting that harmful substances contribute to lifestyle diseases.
Jane Silas, a local resident, expressed her gratitude for the initiative, stating that many people suffer due to a lack of awareness about the importance of regular medical
check-ups. She urged Karatina University to continue organizing such free medical camps to support grassroots communities.
