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VIRAL HEPATITIS OUTREACH PROGRAM (VHOP)
The VHOP Community Outreach Event is a flagship health initiative that brings together schools, health professionals, and local communities to promote healthier living. It is designed to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and the community by offering education, preventive care, and free medical services in a friendly and accessible way.
The event serves as a platform to:
Educate the public, especially young people, on vital health topics such as hepatitis awareness, prevention, and the importance of early intervention.
Engage the wider community through interactive activities, including seminars, radio talks and interview, school competitions, and outreach programs.
Extend essential medical services such as screenings, vaccinations, and health counselling to those who may otherwise face barriers to access.
At its heart, VHOP Community Outreach is more than just a one-day event; it is part of a growing movement to nurture healthier communities, reduce the burden of preventable diseases, and inspire collective responsibility for public health and inspire volunteerism.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
INTER-JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL QUIZ & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEBATE
As part of outreach activities, VHOP organizes Quiz and Debate Competition to engage and educate young people on health and wellness. The quiz challenges students’ knowledge on hepatitis, general health, and lifestyle practices while fostering teamwork, confidence, and critical thinking. Beyond the competition, it empowered participants to become health ambassadors in their schools and communities, spreading awareness among their peers.
2025: La-Dade Kotopon municipality
2024: Ga-East Municipality
FREE SCREENING & VACCINATION
The outreach offers free medical screening to community members, giving them the opportunity to check for hepatitis and other common health conditions. The exercise helps many people know their health status, receive counseling, and take timely steps toward prevention or treatment. As part of preventive care, the program provides free hepatitis B vaccinations to individuals. This initiative aims to protect the community against the disease, reduce future health risks, and encourage wider uptake of immunization as a vital tool for long-term wellness.