PSMAS members share transformative experiences ‘You too can act now; for a healthy lifestyle’
Since the beginning of the year, Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS)’s Premier Lifestyle has been to several parts of the country offering free wellness screenings to its members. Services offered range from blood pressure, blood glucose, body mass index (BMI), and cancers such as breast, cervical, and prostate among others. Turnout to date is inspiring, but the real story lies in the lives impacted. Their experiences underscore a universal truth, that is, preventive health screenings are not just a service but they’re a lifeline.
Below are extracts from interviews done with some of the beneficiaries:
“I assumed I was fine, until the screening results told me otherwise”
Yeukai Nzuma, a PSMAS member from Harare’s testimonial captures the essence of why these screenings matter: “It served as a wake-up call. I had invisible health issues I never knew existed.” Like many, she discovered elevated blood sugar and body mass index levels, prompting immediate lifestyle changes.
Another member Lazarus Sithole, screened for prostate cancer, emphasized how the outreach educated him on maintaining long-term health: “Early detection means treatment before disease spreads.” These stories are not unique. Screenings uncover hidden risks, empowering members to act before conditions escalate. As another participant from Marondera Mr Gilmore Taderera noted, “You can’t manage what you don’t measure.”
Why screenings matter: Silence isn’t safety
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like hypertension, diabetes, and cancer often develop silently. By the time symptoms appear, treatment becomes costly and less effective.
Consider this:
The World Health Organisation (WHO) postulates that
- 99 percent of cervical cancer deaths are preventable with early detection
- 80 percent of cardiovascular disease, including heart and strokes can be avoided through lifestyle adjustments
PSMAS’s screenings bridge this gap. Members gained insights into their BMI, dietary needs, and exercise plans, with one stating, “I’m now informed about choices that could save my life” said Bonface Ntonga of Chitungwiza, Makoni.
PSMAS: Your Partner in Proactive Health
The society’s commitment shines through its holistic approach. Beyond physical checks, mental health and heart assessments were included—a rarity in standard care. “The range of screenings shows PSMAS’s dedication to our well-being,” remarked Tamika Zivuvu of Chivhu. Zivuvu praised the seamless process: “The services were excellent and enlightening.”
For many, the event was a revelation. One woman attended after seeing a Facebook post, motivated by rising cancer deaths: “Early detection saved me, it can save others too.”
A Call to Action: Don’t Wait for Symptoms
To current PSMAS members:
- Act now. Schedule your next screening, don’t assume you’re “fine.”
- Spread the word. Encourage family and friends to prioritize check-ups.
To those without medical aid:
- Join PSMAS today. Gain access to lifesaving screenings and a community invested in your health.
As one member urged, “Prolong your life—get screened.”
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