FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE OVWIAN TAKES HEALTH AWARENESS CAMPAIGN TO MARKETS ACROSS UDU

FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE OVWIAN TAKES HEALTH AWARENESS CAMPAIGN TO MARKETS ACROSS UDU LGA. The Federal Medical Center, Ovwian, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, took an impactful step beyond the walls of the hospital, bringing healthcare awareness directly to the people of Udu Local Government Area. In a well-coordinated sensitization campaign, a team of dedicated professionals moved across major markets within the LGA, engaging residents, traders, and community members on the services, operations, and capacity of the hospital. The outreach team which made up of experienced medical doctors, health educators, and public relations personnel, used the opportunity to educate the public on the importance of seeking proper medical care and to reassure them of the hospital’s readiness to meet their health needs. They emphasized that FMC Ovwian, currently operating from its temporary site in Otor-Udu Town (opposite the Udu LGA Secretariat), is fully functional and equipped with seasoned professionals committed to delivering quality and accessible healthcare services to the people of Udu and surrounding communities. During the campaign, the team highlighted a wide range of services available at the facility. These include core clinical and medical services such as Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Infectious Disease/Microbiology, Psychiatry, and Immunization. Surgical and specialized care services like General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Oncology, Anaesthesia & Pain Management, ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat), Dental Services, and Ophthalmology/Optometry were also emphasized. In addition, residents were informed about the hospital’s diagnostic and support services, including Radiology, Haematology, Histopathology, Metabolic Clinic, Family Planning, Physiotherapy, and Laboratory Services, among others. The sensitization campaign covered key locations across Udu, including Ubogo Market, Ovwian Express Junction Market, Ekete Market (near Mofor Junction), Orhuwhorun Market (Iron Gate), Orhuwhorun Main Market, Jigbale Market/Orhuwhorun Junction axis, Udu Market and the Sawmill/Wood Market opposite Harbor Market. At each stop, the team interacted directly with the people, answering questions, clearing misconceptions, and encouraging early hospital visits for better health outcomes. Leading the medical team were Dr. (Mrs.) Rita Efetobor and Dr. Efegbere A. Henry, while the Health Education unit was represented by Edaferierhi Fumi Elohor (HOD), Ojitaire Christian, Voke Honey, and Katherine Ejaita. The Media Unit was also actively on ground, with Dabor Emuesiri Nataniel (HOD) and Merit Sotu ensuring proper coverage and documentation of the exercise. This initiative reflects FMC Ovwian’s growing commitment to connect with communities and remind people that quality healthcare is within reach. MEDIA UNIT: PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, OVWIAN