By: Sampson W Weah – sampsonwweah7@gmail.com
Bopolu City – In an effort to tackle long-standing healthcare challenges in rural communities, Gbarpolu County District #1 Representative, Hon. Zinnah A. Norman, has officially launched a Mobile Healthcare Clinic in Bopolu District.
The initiative — the first of its kind in the district — aims to deliver essential medical services directly to towns and villages where residents face difficulties accessing healthcare due to poor road conditions, long distances, and limited facilities.
Speaking at the launch, Rep. Norman stressed that the Mobile Clinic is part of his broader commitment to improving the wellbeing of his constituents, particularly women, children, and the elderly, who are the most vulnerable.
“Healthcare is a basic human right, not a privilege. Too many of our people are dying from treatable and preventable illnesses simply because they cannot reach a clinic or hospital. This Mobile Healthcare Clinic will move to the people, ensuring that every community, no matter how far, receives the care they deserve,” he said.
Local leaders and residents welcomed the initiative as timely, noting that it will help reduce deaths caused by preventable diseases and improve public health outcomes.
Chiefdom authorities in Bopolu praised Rep. Norman for showing practical leadership, saying the project reflects genuine concern for the lives of ordinary citizens.
Health experts have also described the Mobile Healthcare Clinic as a potential model for other rural counties, where healthcare delivery continues to fall short of national standards due to poor infrastructure and limited resources.
Rep. Norman assured citizens that the project is not a one-time intervention but part of a long-term healthcare plan.
“This is just the beginning. Our goal is to ensure that no citizen of District #1 is left behind when it comes to healthcare. Together, we can save lives and build a healthier future for Gbarpolu County,” he added.
The launch of the Mobile Healthcare Clinic marks a major step toward bridging the gap between urban-based medical services and hard-to-reach rural communities in Liberia.
