By NewsDay
More than 19 000 people have so far benefited from the Presidential Medical Scheme, a programme designed to provide free healthcare, first aid training and emergency response skills to underserved and marginalised communities across Zimbabwe.
Speaking during a medical outreach in Mbare, Harare, yesterday, Discovery Ambulance Services chief executive officer David Munowenyu said the initiative has bridged healthcare gaps by offering free treatment, particularly for the elderly, while equipping locals with lifesaving skills.
“We are here today in Mbare, where we are doing our Presidential Majors in Medical Schemes programme, where we go around training first aid,” said Munowenyu.
“What has brought us here today is the same thing that has made us go around the whole country.”
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He emphasised that the outreach is not limited to urban centres but is being rolled out to some of the country’s most remote and neglected areas.
“Since its inception last year, the programme has benefited over 19 000 individuals, including many elderlies.
“The campaign’s goal is to empower local populations to respond effectively during medical emergencies, thereby reducing mortality and improving health outcomes,” Munowenyu said.
He added that the initiative aims to ensure that no one is left behind when it comes to healthcare access.
“We are also able to go to marginalised areas. So, we are coming, working together so that everyone has access to health and medication.”
