Southern region: 200 cataract patients cured through surgical campaign
Among the beneficiaries, Mr. Menqerios Ogbasilasie, Ms. Jim’a Ahmed Ali and Ms. Lemlem Meharena expressed appreciation for the free medical service that was rendered at the regional Referral Hospital in Mendefera town.
Dr. Alem Zecarias, coordinator of the campaign, explained that more than 600 other nationals have also become beneficiaries of free diagnosis and prescribed remedies such as medications and eye glasses.
The Coordinator of the medical crew from Al-Beser, Dr. Muhaned Khemaleddin, told Erina that this is their 5th visit to Eritrea, and commended the collaborative manner of fellow Eritrean professionals and the people’s hospitality.
He further pointed out that they have also conducted similar campaign in Asmara, thus curing 270 citizens, 20 of whom are children below 7.