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Free medical, vet services starting today
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Posted on Jul 12 2023
Soldiers unload medical equipment for clinic setup and patient treatment at the Commonwealth Healthcare Corp.’s Medical Care and Treatment Site in preparation for Operation Wellness CNMI, which begins today, July 12. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)
Saipan community members seeking medical and veterinary services are encouraged to visit the Commonwealth Healthcare Corp.’s Medical Care and Treatment Site, the Saipan Mayor’s Office Dog Shelter, or Saipan Cares for Animals from July 12 to July 18, 2023. These services, provided at no cost to the public, aim to support the local community’s healthcare needs.
Tinian community members can access medical services at Tinian Junior/Senior High School, while veterinary services are available at the Tinian Dog Control Office. Rota community members can receive medical and veterinary services at Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Junior/Senior High School. The clinics on Rota and Tinian will operate from July 12 to 17, 2023.
Individuals on Saipan who are planning to access medical services are asked to park and register at American Memorial Park baseball field. From there, a shuttle bus will be available to transfer patients to the CHCC MCATS.
These services are part of the Innovative Readiness Training “CNMI Wellness Mission,” which is a joint-service medical mission primarily comprised of approximately 130 service members from the U.S. Army Reserve and augmented by the Air National Guard, U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Air Force.
No insurance or identification is necessary to receive services.
Service members who are credentialed healthcare providers will provide vision screenings, health exams, dental services public health education, and veterinary services.
The IRT CNMI Wellness Mission provides military medical members training opportunities while providing direct and lasting benefits to the residents of Saipan.
For more information, visit the CNMI Office of the Governor’s Facebook page (@cnmigovernor) or visit https://tinyurl.com/IRTCNMI. The Commonwealth Bureau of Military Affairs will be providing service updates on its Facebook page (@cbmagov).
Additional information on the IRT program can be found at irt.defense.gov. (Office of the Governor)
