Pulwama, Oct 15, KDC: A comprehensive health camp was organized today at C.B. Nath, within the premises of Government High School, by Chinar International in collaboration with the District Hospital Pulwama.
The camp featured multiple specialties including Gynaecology, General Medicine, Palliative Medicine, Dental Sciences, and Psychiatry, providing evaluation and treatment to children, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds. as well as their parents.
To ensure comfort for all attendees, refreshments were arranged while they awaited their turn. Senior volunteers . Fayaz Ahmad Wani (Pharmacist) and Nisar Ahmad Lone extended their dedicated voluntary services throughout the event.
Rouf Ahmad Khanday, Program Manager (South), along with his team, played a pivotal role in organizing the camp in this remote area, which catered to children and families from several adjoining villages of Pulwama and Shopian districts.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Farooq Gani stated the importance of maintaining good health during winters, particularly among children and the elderly. Nadia Ismail, Clinical Psychologist and Counsellor, discussed behavioral issues and screen addiction among children, highlighting effective parenting strategies.
Dr. Nadia Assad, Senior Dental Surgeon, conducted dental screenings and observed a high prevalence of poor oral hygiene among children. Dr. Syed Taskeen Rasool, Senior Gynaecologist, created awareness on adolescent health and identified a case of Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (AIS), ensuring appropriate referral and management. Dr. Yousuf Tak, Senior Consultant, evaluated parents and treated cases of arthritis and chronic pain, underlining the need for early diagnosis and regular follow-up for age-related ailments.
The medical team, led by Dr. Yousuf Tak, expressed satisfaction over the enthusiastic participation of beneficiaries. For patients requiring tertiary care, liaison was established with concerned district and associated hospitals to ensure continuity of treatment.
The initiative was widely appreciated for bringing quality healthcare services closer to remote communities and for its compassionate outreach to vulnerable populations. (KDC)
