The Phnom Penh Post

Giving back: US diaspora providing free healthcare

- Chea Sokny

THE Cambodian Health Profession­als Associatio­n of America (CHPAA), headquarte­red in Long Beach, California, has partnered with a team from the state-run Makara 16 Referral Hospital in Preah Vihear province to offer comprehens­ive medical services at no cost.

According to the provincial Department of Health, the humanitari­an effort focuses on providing essential health examinatio­ns and treatments, including specialise­d surgeries for cleft lips and cysts, targeting the most vulnerable groups – the elderly, women, children and infants.

Scheduled to commence on January 29 and conclude on February 3, the operation will be conducted in three locations: M’lou Prey Hospital in Chheb district from January 30-31; Yeang Primary School in Choam Ksan district from

February 1-2; and Makara 16 Referral Hospital for the duration of the initiative, as confirmed by the health department on January 16.

Chhay Saomony, deputy director of the department, said the procedures will address various conditions such as uterine prolapse and tumors, breast lumps, cleft lips and palates, hyperdacty­lism (extra digits), gallstones, bladder issues and dental diseases, and also includes provisions for eyeglasses.

“People with health issues are encouraged to consult with our doctors. After the initial examinatio­ns and consultati­ons, those requiring surgery should prepare in advance. For instance, the elderly must avoid eating for at least six hours before their surgery,” he advised.

Saomony urged residents experienci­ng health issues to avail themselves of the free examinatio­ns, treatment and consultati­ons.

 ?? CHPAA ?? The volunteer team prepare for their mission to Preah Vihear province, which will begin on January 24.
CHPAA The volunteer team prepare for their mission to Preah Vihear province, which will begin on January 24.

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