Patholab marks 25th milestone with health screening at Kasoa
The Patholab Medical Laboratory has organised a free health screening exercise for the residents of Kasoa as part of its 25th anniversary celebration.
The screening, which was targeted at local market women, aimed to detect and address common health conditions such as hypertension, high blood sugar and abnormal Body Mass Index (BMI) levels.
The exercise formed part of Patholab’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to promote preventive healthcare and encourage early medical checks among residents.
Health checks
Speaking at the exercise last Friday, the Head of Marketing at Patholab, Cynthia Ahiati, said the outreach was designed to bring healthcare closer to nearby residents, particularly those who may not regularly seek routine medical care.
She said early detection of conditions such as hypertension and diabetes was critical to preventing complications and, therefore, urged the public not to delay in seeking medical care.
“Instead of waiting until symptoms worsen, residents are encouraged to visit the laboratory to check their blood pressure, sugar levels and other vital indicators,” she said.
Ms Ahiati added that some participants had already been referred to the nearby Kasoa Polyclinic for follow-up care after identifying elevated readings.
She disclosed that a kind-hearted individual had offered financial support to some of those diagnosed with high blood pressure to help them access treatment.
Community support
The Branch Manager of Patholab at Kasoa, Victor Opuni, thanked the public for their support over the years.
He disclosed that Patholab operated nationally for 25 years, while the Kasoa branch had served the local community for 10 years.
Mr Opuni said the screening formed part of the company’s commitment to giving back to the community and urged the residents to prioritise regular health checks.
“In recent times, even young people as young as 12 or 15 are being diagnosed with high blood pressure and elevated sugar levels.
“We are encouraging the public to visit for routine checks. Our facility is open and welcoming to all,” he stated.
He said the branch had established working relationships with qualified medical professionals to ensure swift referrals for clients with concerning results.
Mr Opuni further stated that while blood pressure checks continued to be free at the facility, other services, such as blood sugar testing, incurred only a minimal fee.
“Good health is the foundation of a productive life and we are committed to supporting that,” he added.
