In a meaningful show of community-focused healthcare, CureAid Chemist wrapped up its first Wellness Awareness Week with over 650 residents screened across Ashalley Botwe, Oyarifa, Madina and Adenta.
The event, held from April 7–13, 2025, provided residents with life-saving health screenings, wellness education and practical tools to take control of their health.
Alongside in-person activities, CureAid Chemist hosted a virtual webinar on nutrition led by Dede Teiko, a leading nutritionist practising at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
The session explored practical ways to improve dietary habits, debunked common nutrition myths and empowered participants to make smarter food choices. The webinar drew attendees from across Ghana and beyond, reinforcing CureAid Chemist’s commitment to accessible health education.
“Nutrition is often overlooked until it’s too late,” said Ms. Teiko during the webinar. “It’s encouraging to see CureAid taking the lead in bridging that gap between medicine and everyday lifestyle choices.”
Throughout the week, CureAid branches were transformed into community health hubs, offering free blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, malaria and BMI checks, along with free in-house medical consultations and counselling for the public.
The goal was clear: to detect silent illnesses early and shift behaviour toward preventive healthcare.
One of the campaign’s highlights was the Hydration Challenge, which encouraged participants to track and improve their daily water intake over Seven (7) days.
The purpose was to raise awareness about the importance of hydration for kidney function, metabolism and overall well-being.
Awards for top performers – yet to be announced – would include free gym subscriptions, free wellness spa sessions, free hydration products and wellness product packs.
“This experience was amazing,” said Linda Asante, a participant from Adenta. “I didn’t realise how dehydrated I was until the hydration challenge opened my eyes. CureAid has really gone beyond just being a pharmacy—this is community care.”
Yaw Obeng, another participant, added: “I walked in for a simple check-up and walked out better informed and motivated to take my health seriously. I hope they do this every year”.
The initiative was made even more impactful through partnerships with notable wellness advocates and brands:
- Jibu Ghana provided clean drinking water throughout the event. “We believe hydration is foundational to good health, and we’re proud to support this important campaign,” Jonathan Zobi (Country Manager, Jibu).
- Bold Gym (Located at Nmai-Dzorn) and The Basement Gym (Oyarifa Mall) offered fitness coaching and health assessments. “CureAid Chemists’ approach aligns with our mission of sustainable wellness—starting from the ground up,” said Nana Dwomo Agyemang Badu (CEO, BOLD Gym).
- Denk Pharma, a pharmaceutical company committed to quality medication and education, supported with personnel, testing kits, equipment and patient information leaflets.
- Ultra Spa, located in Adenta, offered relaxation and stress management tips as well as on-site stress relieving bench massages. “True wellness is holistic. We’re excited to be part of a movement that encourages physical and mental balance,” said Collins Dumevi, CEO of Ultra Spa.
CureAid Chemists’ Director of Operations, Dr. Lovia Nyarko, described the week as a preview of what’s to come. “We’re committed to driving wellness from the community level up.
This is not a one-time effort; it’s the beginning of a long-term vision.” With 650 individuals directly impacted and many more reached through social media and local engagement, CureAid Chemist’s Wellness Awareness Week sets a new benchmark for health promotion in Ghana’s pharmacy sector.
