AXA Mansard Leads Community-Centred Hepatitis Awareness and Free Screening Campaign in Lagos
In a strategic move to enhance preventive healthcare and early disease detection, AXA Mansard Health has expanded its hepatitis awareness initiative to Bariga, Lagos. The outreach delivered free screening, health education, and support services directly to the community, reinforcing its commitment to accessible health management.
Organized in observance of World Hepatitis Day 2026, this campaign underscores AXA Mansard’s dedication to bridging gaps in healthcare access, especially in communities where routine screening and health information remain limited.
Participants in the program received complimentary hepatitis testing and valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and the importance of seeking timely medical care. The outreach also extended beyond medical services, with relief packages distributed to vulnerable families as part of the organisation’s broader social impact efforts.
According to AXA Mansard Health, “taking health education and screening directly to communities is critical to closing gaps in awareness and access to preventive services.” This approach highlights a growing shift in Nigeria’s healthcare landscape—prioritizing prevention and early intervention over treatment after diseases have advanced.
The initiative aligns with the broader industry understanding that early detection can significantly reduce long-term healthcare costs for insurers and health maintenance organizations (HMOs), while also improving health outcomes. By encouraging timely medical intervention, the campaign aims to diminish the financial and health burden of treatable conditions such as hepatitis.
AXA Mansard Health affirms that its ongoing community outreach will continue to support initiatives that empower Nigerians with the knowledge and resources necessary for informed health decisions. The organisation emphasizes that sustained public education and improved screening access are vital to preventing hepatitis from developing into life-threatening illnesses.
This campaign also exemplifies the vital role private healthcare providers play in complementing government efforts to expand preventive services at the grassroots level. As Nigeria navigates healthcare access and affordability challenges, stronger collaboration among insurers, healthcare providers, government agencies, and communities is essential to building a resilient, prevention-focused health system.
For AXA Mansard Health, the hepatitis awareness campaign is part of a broader commitment to bringing healthcare services closer to Nigerians, fostering greater awareness, early detection, and preventive care across the nation.
