The Vietnam Field Hospital examined more than 50 women and girls and gave them gifts and milk tea made by medical staff.
Doctor Nguyen Ha Ngoc, Director of Level 2 Field Hospital No. 5 in Bentiu (South Sudan, Africa) said that on the occasion of March 8, the hospital coordinated with the government and United Nations agencies to organize medical examinations for local people on March 5.
More than 50 women received general health check-ups, gynecological examinations, ultrasounds, and advice on early detection of abnormalities and proper care. After the examination, each person received a gift including a shirt, slippers, hat, and feminine hygiene solution.
Major Tran Thuan Trang, head nurse, and head of the women's group Nguyen Thi Thanh Hang made each gift and brewed 50 liters of milk tea to give to the women and girls there. "The milk tea was the most enthusiastically received by everyone. We received a lot of compliments, some even wished for the field hospital to return soon," said Major Trang.
Women and girls in Africa enjoy milk tea made by Vietnamese military medical staff. Photo: Field Hospital 2.5
Dr. Huynh Thi Thanh Giang, in charge of obstetric examination and consultation, said the screening discovered two cases of gallbladder stones, ureteral stones, one early pregnancy and one case of stopped pregnancy. These women were scheduled for a follow-up examination, given detailed instructions and suggested next steps.
According to Dr. Giang, what makes the team happiest is that patients and local organizations appreciate the spirit and attitude of Vietnamese doctors. "Many local people even asked to take photos with them because it was the first time they had contact with and learned about the country and people of Vietnam," said Dr. Giang.
Vietnamese military doctors take a photo with people after the medical examination. Photo: Field Hospital 2.5
Bentiu is the most impoverished and insecure region in South Sudan. Its people depend on UN aid. Many ethnic minority groups are isolated due to ethnic, religious and sectarian conflicts. Among them, girls, the elderly and women are the most vulnerable.
Level 2 Field Hospital No. 5 consists of 63 people, working at UNMISS - the largest United Nations Peacekeeping Mission, located in South Sudan with nearly 18,000 staff./.
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