Home » Archives » "HEALTH SCREENING HELPS MANY IN AL KUSH"

HEALTH SCREENING HELPS MANY IN AL KUSH

Aug-20-2004 » Filed Under: 3/2 SBCT

[Link to Press Release]

MOSUL, Iraq - More than 60 residents of Al Kush received a free health screening Aug. 17 during an assessment of the medical needs of citizens in the city and its surrounding areas.

Medical professionals from the Multi-National Force performed the health screenings. Patients were given advice on medical conditions and will be able to receive further medical treatment within a few weeks when the next screening will be conducted.

"You can't beat hands on treatment. Talking to the people and hearing how thankful they are to be receiving medical attention is the best feeling in the world," said Lt. Col. Walter Franz, Chief of the Public Health Team for the 416th Civil Affairs Battalion. "MNF are committed to helping improve health care for the people of Iraq, which is an important aspect of helping Iraq to become a safe, prosperous and democratic nation."

The doctors were also able to determine what medicines are needed for the patients and what medical equipment will be needed for the local clinics. These supplies will be delivered during the next health screening.

Release Number: 04-08-65


Advertisements