Entrance University Hospital offers free eye screening
The Entrance University Hospital (EUH) last Saturday organised free eye screening for residents of Accra New Town to mark its seventh anniversary celebration and the expansion of its facility.
The health screening aimed to raise awareness and educate patrons on common lifestyle-related conditions, while providing them with essential health checks.
The event was attended by over 250 residents, who were also screened for various health conditions such as fasting blood sugar and hypertension.
Rationale
In an interview with the Daily Graphic, the Administrator of the EUH, Emil Opeku, stated that the health screening was to mark the addition of an eye clinic to its facilities, which is equipped with comprehensive eye care equipment.
“The Entrance University Hospital, a seven-year-old healthcare facility, has been expanding its services since its establishment in 2018, and today, we have added an eye clinic to our facilities.
“The hospital is offering free eye screening to everyone, regardless of their health status,” he said.
He added that the facility provided patrons needing spectacles or medication with a discount of up to 25-30 per cent, depending on the cost of these services.
“As part of the free services, patients could also consult general practitioners or doctors for other health issues.
The hospital offers lab services, including tests for prostate cancer at a discounted rate of up to 50 per cent,” the hospital administrator said.
Mr Opeku emphasised the importance of taking health seriously and encouraged the public to prioritise their health by visiting the hospital regularly for check-ups.
Maintaining healthy vision
Dr Alphaeus Asamoah Amoasi, the ophthalmologist at the EUH, emphasised the importance of early detection in treating eye conditions.
"Many eye diseases, such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, can be asymptomatic in their early stages.
Regular eye screenings can help identify these conditions before symptoms appear, allowing for timely treatment and potentially preventing vision loss," he said.
He urged the public to keep healthy habits to prevent harm to the eyes.
