More than 1,000 residents across communities within the Sogakope Area of the Church of Pentecost have benefited from a free medical outreach aimed at improving access to healthcare and promoting community well-being.
The four-day exercise, organised by the Pentecost Men’s Ministry (PEMEM) in collaboration with the Okada Ministry, provided medical screening, treatment and health education services to residents from June 16 to 19, 2026.
The outreach formed part of activities marking this year’s National PEMEM Week celebration and was held under the leadership of Apostle Edward Brains Agidi-Quarshie, the Sogakope Area Head of the Church of Pentecost.
According to Reverend Prosper Kpeli, Sogakope Area PEMEM Leader, the initiative was inspired by the Church’s mission to demonstrate the love of Christ through practical service by addressing both the spiritual and physical needs of people.
The programme was implemented in partnership with a medical team from the Akatsi South Municipal Hospital and covered four zones within the Sogakope Area, namely Sogakope, Adidome, Akatsi and Dabala.
Residents who participated in the exercise received a wide range of healthcare services, including general medical screening, consultations, blood pressure checks, blood glucose testing, counselling, health education, diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses, as well as referrals for patients requiring specialised medical attention.
At the conclusion of the outreach, a total of 1,005 individuals had received medical screening, consultation and treatment services.
The beneficiaries included church members, community residents and commercial motor riders, many of whom took advantage of the opportunity to access healthcare services at no cost.
In addition to the medical services, the programme also addressed challenges related to health insurance coverage.
Organisers facilitated the renewal of 141 expired National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) cards and assisted 51 individuals to register for new NHIS cards free of charge, helping to improve their access to future healthcare services.
Church leaders said the success of the outreach demonstrated the impact faith-based organisations could make in supporting national health delivery efforts, particularly in underserved communities.
They noted that beyond providing immediate medical care, the initiative contributed to raising health awareness, encouraging preventive healthcare and promoting healthier lifestyles among residents.
The organisers reaffirmed the Church of Pentecost’s commitment to community transformation through holistic ministry and pledged to continue supporting interventions that improve the quality of life of people in the communities it serves.
The outreach has been widely welcomed by beneficiaries, many of whom expressed appreciation for the opportunity to receive quality healthcare services and health insurance support within their communities.
