A large-scale health camp, organized by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) in partnership with the Çare Association, took place in Uganda’s Yumbe region from May 2 to May 11. The camp aimed to address the region’s lack of accessible health care by offering free medical examinations, surgical services, and health consultations.
Yumbe, an area facing significant challenges in health care access, greatly benefited from the camp, which saw the participation of volunteer doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals from Turkey. The health camp helped improve the well-being of the local population by providing essential medical services.
One of the key focuses of the camp was eye surgeries. Many individuals who had lost their vision regained sight through cataract surgeries and other procedures. This not only improved their quality of life but also facilitated their reintegration into the community.
Over the course of the camp, a total of 131 eye surgeries, including cataract and related operations, were successfully performed. In addition, 58 general and pediatric surgeries were carried out. The camp also provided medical consultations to approximately 1,500 people, with outpatient examinations and follow-up care offered to prevent postoperative complications.
As part of the initiative, local health care personnel received training on basic hygiene, postoperative care, and health management, which will help sustain health awareness and improve health practices in the Yumbe region long after the camp’s conclusion.
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