Medical checks urged as Acholi paramount chief cauti
The Paramount chief of Acholi, Rwot David Onen Acana II, has urged his community to prioritize regular medical check-ups and avoid self-medication. He emphasized that early detection is crucial for managing common conditions like malaria and hypertension.
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Promoting preventative healthcare in rural regions is essential for reducing mortality rates associated with late-stage disease diagnosis.
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Medical checks urged as Acholi paramount chief cautions against self-treatment
“Go for medical checkup when you are not feeling well so that you know the sickness and get the right medication,” Rwot David Onen Acana IIadvised.
The Paramount chief of Acholi, Rwot David Onen Acana II (seated Centre) with his payira clansmen during his home coming at Lacekocot. (Credit: Jackson Kitara)
- The paramount chief of the Acholi cultural institution, Rwot David Onen Acana II, has urged his subjects to undergo regular medical check-ups to identify illnesses early and receive appropriate treatment.
Acana said people should seek medical checks for conditions such as malaria, diabetes, ulcers and high blood pressure, which he said are increasingly common.
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