The identification of previously undiagnosed instances of high blood pressure, raised blood sugar levels, and hepatitis among members of the university and local residents emphasizes the importance of routine medical check-ups, following a screening initiative held by the Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun, Osun State, on Wednesday.
Approximately 1,000 individuals, including students, faculty, and residents from surrounding areas, participated in the medical outreach part of the celebrations for the institution’s first convocation.
This screening focused on hypertension, diabetes, hepatitis B and C, obesity, and various weight-related health issues, with participants receiving medical guidance and referrals as needed.
Dr. Abayomi Ojo, Chairman of the university’s Medical Outreach Committee and Dean of the Faculty of Clinical Sciences, mentioned that the exercise uncovered that some attendees were unaware they had potentially serious health conditions.
He noted that these results underscore the growing concern regarding the tendency of individuals to
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