Afghan, Coalition forces provide medical care in Kandahar

BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan (April 25, 2008) - Afghan and Coalition medical personnel provided free medical care to local citizens in Kandahar Province, 21 Apr.

A joint Afghan and Coalition medical team conducted medical screenings and provided routine treatment to more than 490 local citizens, including 230 children.

Working with local leaders, the team set up a temporary treatment facility at an ANCOP station in Kandahar City. The team treated citizens suffering from various health conditions, such as back and joint pain, stomach ailments, common colds and skin disorders. The team also provided citizens with free clothing, blankets, first aid kits and school supplies.

"This was the most rewarding mission I have personally been involved with since I've been here," said one Soldier who participated in the medical treatment. "I saw the reactions of mothers as their children received necessary care, and it made me think that we all just want what's best for our families."

As a safety measure, Afghan and Coalition forces escorted the medical team.