Cameroon: The Friendship Circle Donates Medical Supplies worth FCFA 399 Million to 30 Hospitals
May 26, 2024
This donation comes just five months after TFC successfully shipped 20 containers of state-of-the-art hospital beds to multiple hospitals across the country
By Boris Esono Nwenfor
This generous shipment includes a wide range of medical supplies aimed at enhancing patient care, says Njukang Asong, President of the Friendship Circle
BUEA, Cameroon – The Friendship Circle (TFC), a collective of Cameroonians residing in the United States, has partnered with the non-profit organization Colors of Roses Foundation Inc. to send a container filled with medical supplies worth over 399 Million FCFA to more than 30 hospitals in Cameroon.
This donation comes just five months after TFC successfully shipped a 20” container of state-of-the-art hospital beds to multiple hospitals across the country, and continues its unwavering dedication to improving healthcare in Cameroon.
“This generous shipment includes a wide range of medical supplies aimed at enhancing patient care,” Njukang Asong, President of the Friendship Circle said in a Facebook post.
“Among the items are prenatal vitamins for pregnant women, chewable vitamins for children, unisex power readers with various strength levels, as well as separate power readers for females and males. In addition, the container contains essential pharmaceutical products like levothyroxine sodium, used to treat hypothyroidism, and denavir, a medication for cold sores and fever blisters.”
In January this year, The Friendship Circle provided modern hospital beds to five healthcare institutions nestled in the North and South West Regions of Cameroon
This donation follows a recent donation of modern hospital beds to five healthcare institutions nestled in the North and South West Regions of Cameroon. The beneficiaries of this noble gesture encompassed Tiko Health District, Muyuka Health District, Mile 16 Bolifamba Integrated Health Centre, Bobende Health Centre in Limbe, and Mbengwi District Hospital, each receiving a boon that shall enhance their capacity to serve their communities.
According to the president, the shipment includes ChloraPrep Applicators, crucial for disinfecting the skin and preventing infections during invasive medical procedures such as injections, catheter insertions, and surgeries. Sildenafil, a medication for erectile dysfunction, is also part of the donation.
The container holds isolation gowns, level 2 maxi-gard, for use in the ICU and other intensive care situations outside the hospital. The iVisor Shield Blue, a reusable visor and shield kit providing full-face protection against body fluid splatter, is also included.
“This significant contribution would not be possible without the generosity and benevolence of our donors. We express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who have contributed, regardless of the amount. Your support has made a tremendous difference,” Njukang Asong, President of the Friendship Circle added.
The container from TFC holds isolation gowns, level 2 maxi-gard, for use in the ICU and other intensive care situations outside the hospital
About the Friendship Circle
The Friendship Circle was established in 2015 by a group of friends from Cameroon with diverse backgrounds and professions. We are a registered 501(c) (3) non-profit organization in the State of Maryland, to raise funds in compliance with the law and offer tax-exempt benefits for donations.
TFC's community outreach primarily focuses on empowering young people through executive conferences, skill-building, and competitions, and finding investment opportunities. TFC's charity efforts include donating clothing, shoes, food, home and hospital equipment, and merchandise to orphanages and other needy centres in Cameroon and across Africa.
