Since February 2018, MediRite pharmacies located in Shoprite and Checkers supermarkets across South Africa, have been offering free wellness screenings to senior citizens aged 60 and older on the first Wednesday of every month.
To create awareness around the free service, MediRite Bethelsdorp (located within Shoprite Bethelsdorp) recently visited Bethelsdorp Old Age Home.
The check-ups done included blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) tests.
To take advantage of this free service, pensioners are urged to make an appointment at their local MediRite pharmacy and need to produce their green identity books when doing so.
MediRite within the Eastern Cape division visit different organisations for older persons monthly to encourage the elderly to visit their nearest branch and make use of the free service.
Author: Angelique Wagner
Website: https://www.shopriteholdings.co.za/
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