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The Administrator of Arms Hospital, Mr. Alex Agyei Danso, has called on the general public, especially residents of Techiman and its neighboring communities, to take advantage of free health screening exercises organized by the hospital.
His call comes in light of growing concerns about hepatitis B, a serious viral infection that often goes undetected until significant damage is done.
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, or liver cancer if left untreated. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), hepatitis B is a major global health problem, with over 296 million people living with chronic infection worldwide. It is often called a “silent killer” because many infected individuals show no symptoms until severe liver damage has occurred.
Speaking to the media during a free health screening event at the Zongo Municipal School Park, Mr. Danso stressed the importance of early detection in combating life-threatening conditions.
According to him, the initiative is part of Arms Hospital’s ongoing corporate social responsibility efforts and was held in the Zongo community in appreciation of the area’s strong support for the hospital over the years. He disclosed that the community has donated critical items, including hospital beds, to support the facility’s operations.
“Our aim in organizing the health screening exercise is to raise awareness about hepatitis B and the serious health risks it poses. We offered free screenings for blood pressure, hypertension, hepatitis B, and several other conditions.
“We chose to hold the screening at the Zongo Municipal School Park because, first and foremost, it is part of our corporate social responsibility. Additionally, the Zongo community has been very supportive of us, they have donated various items, including hospital beds, to help improve our facility.” He stated
The Administrator explained that several cases of hepatitis B were identified during the screening exercise. He reassured affected individuals that the hospital has vaccines and treatment options available and is committed to providing the necessary care.
He emphasized that the virus is transmitted through contact with infected blood, unprotected sex, or from mother to child during childbirth. While there is no definitive cure for chronic hepatitis B, he stated that it is vaccine-preventable, and early diagnosis can greatly reduce health risks through timely medical intervention.
“I am truly impressed with the number of people who turned out for the screening. We recorded a few positive cases of hepatitis B, but we have assured them that we have vaccines available and are ready to start them on appropriate treatment at our facility.
“Hepatitis B vaccination is administered in three doses. Once completed, the vaccine provides protection for up to ten years. We have encouraged everyone who tested negative to prioritize getting vaccinated to safeguard their health.
“Hepatitis B is one of the leading silent killers in the world, which is why we made it a focal point of this screening. We plan to organize free health screenings quarterly, and we encourage the public to take advantage of these opportunities to check their health status.” He said.
Mr. Alex Agyei Danso revealed that Arms Hospital is committed to providing quality and accessible healthcare. He noted that the facility offers emergency services, operates a fully equipped diagnostic laboratory, and is accredited by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)
“Arms Hospital remains committed to serving the people of Techiman. We have qualified and certified health professionals ready to attend to your needs. We offer emergency services, a fully equipped laboratory for all tests, and we are accredited by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).” He said.
Source: Ghanaweb.mobi
