UNTH Foundation Radio Talk: The Plight of Indigent Patients
The UNTH Foundation recently hosted a powerful radio talk show on Dream FM 92.5 at 5:00 PM, focusing on “The Plight of Indigent Patients.” This important conversation shed light on the challenges faced by patients who cannot afford medical care and highlighted the critical role that community support plays in healthcare accessibility.
The program featured two distinguished speakers from the UNTH Foundation: Prof. Theresa Nwagha, Consultant Haematologist and CEO of UNTH Foundation, and Florence Onuoha PhD, Medical Social Welfare Officer and Indigent Patients Officer at UNTH Foundation. Their combined expertise provided valuable insights into the daily struggles of indigent patients and the foundation’s efforts to address these challenges.
During the radio talk, the speakers emphasized that even small contributions—as little as 1%—can make a significant difference in supporting indigent patient care. This message resonated with listeners, highlighting how collective community action can transform individual lives and improve healthcare outcomes for the most vulnerable members of society.
Prof. Theresa Nwagha shared her extensive experience in haematology and her observations about the barriers that prevent patients from accessing essential medical care. As CEO of the UNTH Foundation, she outlined the organization’s strategic approach to identifying and supporting patients who face financial hardships in their healthcare journey.
Florence Onuoha PhD brought her expertise as a Medical Social Welfare Officer to the discussion, providing detailed insights into the social and economic factors that contribute to healthcare inequality. Her role as the Indigent Patients Officer gives her direct experience with the challenges these patients face and the interventions that can make the most impact.
The radio program served as both an educational platform and a call to action, encouraging listeners to understand the scope of the indigent patient crisis and consider how they can contribute to solutions. The speakers stressed that healthcare is a fundamental human right and that community support is essential in ensuring that financial constraints do not become barriers to receiving life-saving medical care.
“Let’s come together to raise awareness and inspire action. Your voice, your support, your compassion can change lives,” was the central message of the program. This call to action reflects the UNTH Foundation’s commitment to building a community-driven approach to healthcare support.
The radio talk on Dream FM 92.5 represents part of the UNTH Foundation’s broader media outreach strategy to educate the public about healthcare challenges and mobilize community support for indigent patients. Through such programs, the foundation continues to build awareness and foster partnerships that can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need healthcare support the most.
For those who missed the live broadcast, the UNTH Foundation encourages continued engagement with their mission to support indigent patients. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps build a stronger healthcare support system for the community.
