BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Afghan National Security Forces and Coalition forces offered free medical and dental services to villagers in remote sections of the Nahr Surkh District, Helmand Province, Jan. 9 – 10.
During the two-day clinic, the combined medical team treated more than 80 patients from the village of Gereshk and the surrounding area.
 While many of the patients sought treatment for minor ailments associated with winter illnesses, such as cold and flu symptoms, other patients received much-needed dental care. Villagers in need also received food items, such as rice, beans and other sundry items.
 With the recent winter weather dumping snow and rain on Afghanistan, traveling to the clinic was an ordeal for villagers. However, the Gereshk residents who made the trip were grateful for the assistance.
 “God bless you for helping the Afghan people,” said an Afghan woman, who received medicine after her check-up.
 “The Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is committed to meeting the needs of the Afghan people throughout the winter,” said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, Combined Joint Task Force-82 spokesman. “We are happy to work alongside the Afghan government to provide medical services to villagers in remote areas of the country.”

An Afghan woman receives medicines from a Coalition medic after a check-up. Afghan National Security Forces and Coalition forces offered free medical and dental services to villagers in remote sections of the Nahr Surkh District, Helmand Province, Jan. 9 – 10. During the two-day clinic, the combined medical team treated more than 80 patients from the village of Gereshk and surrounding area. (U.S. Army courtesy photo)

An Afghan man receives a dental checkup from a Coalition dentist. Afghan National Security Forces and Coalition forces offered free medical and dental services to villagers in remote sections of the Nahr Surkh District, Helmand Province, Jan. 9 – 10. During the two-day clinic, the combined medical team treated more than 80 patients from the village of Gereshk and surrounding area. (U.S. Army courtesy photo)