HOPe Africa Launches Nationwide Free Vital Signs Campaign in Nigeria: A Call for Volunteers, Medical Equipment, and Partnerships

Prepared by: Francis John, Executive Director, HOPe Africa International Secretariat, Kansas City

Contact: Nigeria@hopeafricaintl.org | hopexnigeria@gmail.com | Website: www.hopeafricaintl.org

Creating a Friendly Society for All—One Checkup at a Time in Partnership with British American Nursing School (BANS) and Family Humane Services USA

Abuja, Nigeria —30 May 2025 – In a bold effort to reduce preventable deaths and promote wellness across Nigeria, HOPe Africa International, a United Nations ECOSOC member organization, has officially launched its Free Vital Signs Outreach Campaign. This campaign aims to provide free health screenings and vital signs monitoring to underserved communities across Nigeria—rotating through markets, churches, mosques, schools, traditional palaces, wards, workplaces, and events.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health, tens of thousands of Nigerians die each year due to lack of early detection of manageable conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses. Ignorance and absence of routine checkups remain a major public health challenge. HOPe Africa’s campaign is a timely, humane response to this crisis.

Vital Signs Services Offered and Their Advantages:

HOPe Africa’s free health screenings will include the following essential services, each delivering direct, life-saving benefits to participants:

• Blood Pressure Monitoring – Early identification of hypertension can prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney damage.
• Oxygen Saturation Testing – Detects silent hypoxia and ensures respiratory health, especially important post-COVID-19.
• Blood Glucose Level Checks – Helps reveal pre-diabetic or diabetic conditions before complications arise.
• Weight & Height Measurement – Used to assess growth, general health, and guide other screenings.
• BMI Calculation – A fast and effective way to assess body composition and risk for metabolic conditions.

These screenings serve as first-level indicators for more serious conditions. All participants with elevated or abnormal readings will be referred immediately to the nearest health facility or general hospital for further diagnosis and treatment.

Engaging in these routine checks promotes wellness, saves lives, and fulfills the universal principle of loving your neighbor as yourself—being your brother’s keeper in action.

• Blood Pressure Monitoring
• Oxygen Saturation Testing
• Blood Glucose Level Checks
• Weight & Height Measurement
• BMI Calculation

These screenings will serve as first-level indicators for more serious conditions. Participants found with elevated or dangerous readings will be referred immediately to the nearest health facility or general hospital for further diagnosis and treatment.

What We Need:

• Volunteers (trained or interested in receiving training)
• Blood pressure monitors, oximeters, glucometers
• Height and weight machines, hand gloves, masks, sanitizers
• Office/venue donations (in-kind or cash)

Who Should Join:

All stakeholders and institutions in the healthcare and wellness space are invited to collaborate:

• Government hospitals, clinics & teaching hospitals
• Private pharmacies & medical supply companies
• Fire & ambulance stations, FRSC offices
• Local government health departments
• Community-based organizations

Volunteer Participation, Training & Certification:

HOPe Africa is calling on individuals passionate about public health and community service to join its vital signs outreach campaign.

All approved volunteers will receive free comprehensive training covering:

• Vital signs monitoring (BP, glucose, O2 saturation, BMI)
• Universal precautions and hygiene protocols
• Community engagement and basic referral processes
• Data collection and confidentiality procedures

A certificate of participation (valid for 12 months) will be issued upon successful completion. Refresher training will be available for renewal.

Volunteers will also be trained to educate caregivers and households, especially those caring for the elderly and rural dwellers.

To ensure proper identification and role distinction:

• Volunteer leads will wear HOPe Africa Ambassador T-shirts
• All other volunteers will wear HOPe Africa Volunteer T-shirts

This attire policy helps distinguish responsibilities, improve coordination, and foster professionalism at every outreach site.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM

• Full Name:
• Age:
• Address:
• Phone Number:
• Email Address:
• State of Residence:
• Current Occupation:
• Medical or Related Experience (if any):
• Availability (days/hours):
• Languages Spoken:
• Emergency Contact:
• Preferred Locations for Volunteering:
• Consent to Data Privacy Policy (Yes/No):

Submit completed application to: Nigeria@hopeafricaintl.org All approved volunteers will receive free comprehensive training on vital signs monitoring, infection control, and field data collection. A certificate of participation (valid for 12 months) will be issued upon successful completion.

Volunteers will also be trained to educate caregivers and households, especially those caring for the elderly and rural dwellers.

To ensure proper identification and role distinction:

• Volunteer leads will wear HOPe Africa Ambassador T-shirts
• All other volunteers will wear HOPe Africa Volunteer T-shirts

This attire policy helps distinguish responsibilities, improve coordination, and foster professionalism at every site.

Public Awareness, Signage, and Accessibility:

• All designated locations will be approved through proper permissions.
• Banners and signs will be placed at each site for public visibility.
• Campaign dates and locations will be digitally advertised through websites, social media, and partner platforms.
• Target groups will be reached via community announcements, local networks, and grassroots mobilization efforts.

Monitoring Protocol:

To ensure data accuracy:

• Each participant’s vital signs will be measured three times.
• Only the average or most consistent result will be recorded.
• All data collected is confidential and the exclusive property of HOPe Africa. It will not be sold or shared and will be used strictly for health services and follow-ups.

The Advantages & Why You Should Participate:

• Early detection saves lives – catch high blood pressure, diabetes, and oxygen-related conditions early.
• Immediate referrals – ensure participants are directed to appropriate healthcare centers.
• Empowerment – educate citizens on how to take charge of their health.
• Community wellness – promote a culture of routine checkups.
• Humanity in action – fulfill the principle of being your brother’s keeper.

This campaign emphasizes the timeless value of loving your neighbor as yourself and encourages community referrals so that no one is left behind. The collective goal is to create a healthier society through awareness, love, and proactive service

Monthly Rotational Plan:

The outreach will rotate monthly across Nigeria’s:

• Markets
• Workplaces
• Worship centers
• Senatorial districts
• Communities & town halls

Most locations will be published in our Monthly Health Watch Newsletter, which also accepts ads and sponsorships.

Be Part of a Healthy Future

This is a nationwide call to action. Join HOPe Africa’s mission to build healthier families, safer communities, and a more informed nation.

“Together, we create friendly societies for all.”

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HOPe Africa International is a registered nonprofit in Nigeria, Zambia, Ghana, Uganda, and the United States. A proud member of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), our goal is to transform lives through humanitarian action, education, and medical outreach. We welcome expansion into other African nations.

For partnerships, sponsorships, volunteer enrollment, or donations: 📧 Nigeria@hopeafricaintl.org | hopexnigeria@gmail.com 🌍 Website: www.hopeafricaintl.org