We Provided Essential Medical Support to the Needy in Depalpur
Transparent Hands, with the sponsorship of Packages Foundation, recently organized a free medical camp and preventive healthcare session at Biomass Purchase Centre, Hujra Shah Muqeem, Tehsil Depalpur, District Okara. The primary objective of this camp held on December 27, 2024, was to provide essential medical assistance to the underserved community, ensuring they receive quality healthcare services.
Free Consultations, Medicines, and Diagnostic Tests:
A total of 249 deserving patients received free consultations from our expert doctors. Besides this, the patients were provided with free medicines and underwent various diagnostic tests including:
- Diabetes tests
- Uric acid tests
- Hepatitis B and C screenings
- Cholesterol tests
- Blood pressure checkups
- Ultrasound scans
Diagnostic Tests Breakdown
Diagnostic Test | Number of Tests |
HBV screening | 17 |
HCV screening | 17 |
Cholesterol test | 3 |
Uric acid test | 13 |
BSR | 42 |
Ultrasound scans | 13 |
TOTAL | 105 |
Most Common Diseases
At the free medical camp in Depalpur, patients received consultations for a variety of diseases, including but not limited to:
- Asthma, backache, and joint pain
- Fever, cough, flu, and chest congestion
- Seasonal allergies and scabies
- Migraine and kidney problems
- Diabetes and high blood pressure
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and acidity
Preventive Healthcare Session
In addition to the medical services, one of our expert doctors held a preventive healthcare session to educate the attendees about the prevention and management of Hypertension.
Impact
This free medical camp made a significant impact on the lives of 249 deserving patients and their families in Depalpur. It brought immense relief to the residents, many of whom faced financial challenges that prevented access to quality healthcare. Through this camp, we provided free medical consultations, treatments, and medicines, ensuring that individuals could address their health concerns. Early diagnosis of their health issues meant that they could begin timely treatments.
Additionally, a preventive healthcare session on hypertension was organized, raising awareness about its risks and promoting lifestyle changes to manage hypertension effectively.
Medical Camp Team
The medical camp was managed by a dedicated team of 14 members, including:
- 1 Supervisor
- 4 Doctors (2 Males, 2 Females)
- 1 Lab Technician
- 2 Pharmacists
- 2 Crew Members
- 1 Staff Nurse
- 1 Photographer
- 2 Volunteers
Packages Foundation
Donated: $ 832.96