Health Professionals in Holguin Lead Community Outreach

A team of health professionals in Holguin, led by the provincial health director, Dr. Julio Yamel Verdecia Reyes. Recently conducted a community outreach program in the rural town of Limoncito, in the municipality of Urbano Noris.

According to a social media post, doctors from various specialties, dentists, optometrists, and vector control workers traveled to this rural community. Of approximately 288 residents to offer their services. This initiative benefits hard-to-reach areas by bringing healthcare closer to the people. At a time when the country is facing a complex socioeconomic situation. Exacerbated by the latest restrictive measures implemented by the Donald Trump administration.

Medical Care in a Rural Community of Holguin: According to a statement from the Provincial Health Directorate on its official Facebook page. The intervention included vaccinations with MMR and Tdap, Pap smears, optometry and stomatology consultations. And services in pediatrics, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, dermatology, physiatry, orthopedics, and surgery. As well as the distribution of donated supplies and medications.

During the day, vector control measures, health education sessions, and health promotion activities were also carried out. With the support of local government representatives.

This initiative reaffirms the humane and compassionate nature of Cuban public health and reveals the sensitivity, dedication, and commitment of its workers. The current situation in Cuba demands great effort and dedication from healthcare professionals. Amidst the worst economic blockade the people have suffered in over 60 years.