Baran, 23-05-2024
A medical camp was organized in Gara village of Baran district on Wednesday to provide health consultations to the villagers. CMHO Dr. Sampatraj Nagar informed that non-communicable diseases were examined in the camp, and consultations were provided. He mentioned that screenings were conducted for high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, and other diseases.
Dr. Nagar further explained that the camp was organized with the assistance of the health department and Peepal to People Health Foundation (P2PHF). P2PHF’s coordinator, Akash Meena, stated that free health check-ups and consultations were provided for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer. In addition to this, free health check-ups were also conducted for healthy individuals. Spirometry tests were performed to assess lung function and identify respiratory issues.
During the camp, tests were conducted for blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Spirometry tests evaluated lung function. Information about health awareness was provided to the villagers. Over 120 people received consultations, and among them, 97 individuals were tested for high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer. Free consultations and health advice were provided to 97 individuals, and 12 people were referred for specialized health services.
DPHE Coordinator Dharam Nirvikar emphasized the need for vigilance in their work areas, particularly during the current time’s special caution requirements. ASHA workers increased home contact activities to educate people about heatwave precautions and provided immediate primary treatment to those affected by the heat, directing them to medical institutions with the help of 104/108 services.
District IEC coordinator Nitin Sharma, Dr. Bujra Bahadur Suman, Dr. Mohit Nagar, CMO, ANM, ASHA, and other officials were present during this period.
