Nsawo RCC Medical Centre 
Recent Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Medical Camp - November 25, 2025
We are thrilled to share the success of our recent NCD Medical Camp held at Nsawo RCC Health Centre III. Thanks to the generous support of Rotary Club of Clayton Valley / Concord Sunrise, we were able to serve 313 community members with comprehensive health services, including NCD screening, family planning, HIV testing, and for the first time - mental health counselling.
Camp Achievements
A comprehensive health outreach that transformed lives and brought essential medical services directly to our community.
- 313 unique individuals served with various health services
- 137 patients with known hypertension managed
- 23 new cases of hypertension diagnosed
- 17 patients with known diabetes mellitus treated
- 168 people received HIV testing with only 3 new positive cases
- 41 individuals received family planning services
- Mental health counselling introduced for the first time
- Safe delivery of a healthy baby girl during the camp
Mental Health Breakthrough
For the first time in an outreach setting at Nsawo, professional mental health counsellors conducted sessions addressing stress, depression, trauma, family conflict, and suicide-risk assessment.
Community members openly shared their struggles—some for the first time ever. Several individuals expressing suicidal thoughts were immediately supported through one-on-one and family counselling sessions.
The camp revealed a strong link between chronic stress and rising hypertension in the community. As a result, Nsawo RCC HCIII will begin a structured six-week counselling program providing individual therapy, family sessions, trauma counselling, and stress management.
NCD Medical Camp Photo Highlights
See images from our transformative NCD Medical Camp below.
Special International Guests
We were honoured to host Maren and Lars, grandchildren of Tineke and Torsten Jacobsen, who participated actively throughout the camp and brought joy and encouragement to the community. Their presence brought warmth, joy, and excitement to the camp as they actively participated in several activities throughout the day.
At the end of the outreach, the women of Nsawo village prepared a traditional meal, which we shared together. In Buganda we have a light-hearted saying: "Omugenyi bw'otamulisa, tajja kudda." ("If you do not serve a guest food, they will not return to visit.") With this cultural warmth, we are confident that they will surely return to Nsawo village.
Comprehensive Services Delivered
- NCD screening and treatment
- Family planning services
- HIV testing and counselling
- Mental health counselling
- Minor surgical procedures
- Dental care and tooth extraction
- Safe childbirth assistance
- Laboratory investigations
Our Heartfelt Appreciation
To Rotary Club of Clayton Valley / Concord Sunrise: Your generous support made this transformative medical camp possible. Through your partnership, we delivered comprehensive NCD screenings, early detection and treatment, HIV testing, family planning services, mental health interventions, minor surgeries, dental care, and even assisted in a safe childbirth.
Your continuous partnership is transforming lives in Nsawo and the wider Luwero district. "Rotary saves lives."
Community Health Initiatives
At Nsawo RCC Medical Centre, we are deeply committed to improving the health and well-being of our local community through various health initiatives and outreach programs.
Supporting a Healthy Community
Our dedication lies in fostering a healthier community, addressing healthcare needs, and promoting well-being through proactive initiatives.
- Collaborative programs addressing prevalent community health issues like malaria, HIV/AIDS, and malnutrition.
- Health education and awareness campaigns aimed at promoting sanitation, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Empowering community members through access to healthcare services, vaccinations, and maternal & child health programs.
Our focus extends beyond the clinic walls, striving to create a healthier community by actively engaging with residents, addressing their healthcare needs, and fostering a culture of wellness through education and accessible healthcare services.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) machine from Torsten and Tineke Jacobsen of California, USA
Nsawo RCC Medical Clinic received a generous donation of a Complete Blood Count (CBC) machine from Torsten and Tineke Jacobsen of California, USA. This contribution will greatly enhance medical diagnostics and patient care at the clinic. See images below.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to:
- Torsten and Tineke Jacobsen from California, USA, for their generous donation of a Complete Blood Count (CBC) machine to Nsawo RCC Medical Clinic, enhancing medical diagnostics and patient care.
"Rotary saves lives."