Chinese Peacekeepers Launch Free Medical Outreach in South Sudan
The 11th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry Battalion and the 12th Chinese medical team recently provided free medical outreach in South Sudan, serving 423 patients and distributing 1,097 medical supplies. They offered consultations in various medical specialties and educated villagers on disease prevention, receiving strong community praise.
Recently, the 11th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry Battalion, in cooperation with the 12th Chinese medical team deployed in South Sudan, conducted a free medical outreach for villagers near their mission area. This initiative is part of their ongoing commitment to support local communities under the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
The outreach provided residents with consultations across various medical fields, including internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, ophthalmology, and otorhinolaryngology. In addition, services such as routine physical examinations and disease diagnosis and treatment were made available, catering to the health needs of the local population.
Chinese medical staff educated villagers about preventive measures against prevalent diseases, including malaria, cholera, and monkeypox. On-site services included blood pressure checks, blood sugar assessments, malaria tests, and treatment for common ailments. A total of 423 patients received care, alongside the distribution of 1,097 medical supplies, which were met with widespread acclaim from the community.
The recent medical outreach by the Chinese peacekeepers and medical team in South Sudan exemplifies their commitment to improving local health conditions. Through comprehensive health services and education on disease prevention, the initiative significantly benefited the community. The praise received highlights the positive impact of such humanitarian efforts in conflict-affected regions.
Original Source: eng.chinamil.com.cn
