The 27th batch of the Chinese medical team to Sierra Leone, local Red Cross volunteers, and children gather in front of an orphanage for a group photo in the Waterloo community of Freetown, Sierra Leone.
To celebrate the International Day of the African Child, the 27th batch of the Chinese medical team to Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the local Red Cross, conducted a comprehensive health and charity outreach event at an orphanage in the Waterloo community of Freetown, Sierra Leone on June 16, 2026.
The medical team deployed a multi-disciplinary medical team, including experts in ophthalmology, otolaryngology, pediatrics, internal medicine, and general surgery, to provide systematic health assessments for over 50 children. During the ophthalmology screenings, the team conducted not only visual acuity tests but also professional assessments for color blindness and strabismus to identify and intervene in potential vision development issues early. Throughout the examinations, specialists identified common health concerns such as refractive errors, peptic ulcers, and umbilical hernias. The team provided on-site clinical guidance and outlined specific follow-up care pathways, ensuring every child received necessary medical attention.
