2010 MANGAPWANI COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR

ur second annual health fair took place June 7 through 11th. This year we collaborated with the Blood Bank of Zanzibar, Dr. Mohammed Said, and Dr. Nafaul Mohammed of The Zanzibar Outreach Project. We examined 300 people over five days, among the services provided were screening glucose, measuring blood pressure, gynecological exams, ear exams, eye testing, orthopedic exams, STD testing and blood donations. A three day workshop on hygiene and the environment was conducted by Amour and Dulla, which demonstrated several techniques which can be used to prevent common diseases.
Of the patients seen, 109 were 50 years and above, their major problems dealt with eyes, high blood pressure, diabetes and bones. Of the women tested, the results were surprising, as we saw several cases of problems which could be prevented with regular checkups. Patients were advised on diet, exercise and natural cures by Dr. Mohammed, who also had several natural remedies available for sale.
We also had several volunteers who were instrumental in pulling the event together and seeing that it ran smoothly. The volunteers from Vanderbilt University in America and Alex Stewart from Australia were invaluable in the preparation stage. Sanaa Ladhani, also a volunteer from Vanderbilt was this years driving force behind the activities and donations. Julie McGruger and our staff assisted Sanaa with glucose exams and blood pressure testing.

We owe a debt of gratitude to the following sponsors and donors;
Zenith Tours and Travel, Zanzibar KOOL, Stone Town Traders, Rotary Club of Zanzibar, Memories of Zanzibar, ZIFF, Project Care America, Dr. Melody Noah, Alexandria Shirley, Rajan Dang , Helen Peeks, Dr. Mwanaheri, and special thanks to the doctors who volunteered their services.