Safe City clinic reaches 4,768 patients with free care in 9 months

This August, Safe City treated its highest number of patients yet—786 in a single month—bringing the total number of people reached with free primary healthcare to 4,768 in just nine months. Over half of this month’s visits were returning patients, while 44% were new, showing that even as the clinic matures, word continues to spread among neighbours in Oworoshoki.

Safe City continues to serve those who would otherwise go without care: 97% of patients were uninsured and living on an average monthly income of $29 while supporting a household of four. While this figure is slightly higher than in previous months, it remains far below the poverty line. The clinic has become a true medical home and safe haven for mothers, children, and fathers alike, people whose lives have been improved or even saved thanks to your support through Kwanda. On behalf of our Oworoshoki friends, thank you for the real, tangible change you’ve made possible.

Developments:

• In August, 786 people received care, bringing the total number of patients treated from 3,982 to 4,768.

• Patients also recycled approximately 3 pounds of waste this month. The clinic will receive funds generated from the past four months of recycling through WeCyclers by the end of September.

Activities:This month, Safe City's medical team treated:

• 193 malaria patients, many of them children under 10 at high risk of severe illness or death

• 94 hypertensive patients

• 134 respiratory infections

• Over 300 patients with other illnesses, including rashes, insomnia, and peptic ulcers

Hear from Mrs Kehinde, one of Safe City’s patients, this month:

Challenges:Young adults aged 19–25 remain underrepresented among clinic visitors. We suspect this is due to work hours conflicting with the clinic’s weekday schedule (Monday–Friday, 8 am–4 pm). We’re exploring possible solutions, including telemedicine, and would welcome any thought partnership on identifying and addressing the root cause.

Financials:

About 54% of Safe City’s six-month budget has helped provide free care to 2,044 patients.