We Reached Needy Patients with Free Medical Care in Dera Ghazi Khan

Transparent Hands, with the support of the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) and the Pakistan Lions Youth Council (PLYC), organized a free medical camp and preventive healthcare session at BHU, Makol Kala, Tehsil Taunsa, District DG Khan, on September 5, 2025. The primary objective of this camp was to provide essential medical assistance to the underprivileged community.

Free Consultations, Medicines, and Diagnostic Tests:A total of 314 deserving patients received free consultations from expert doctors. Along with medical consultations, the patients were provided with free medicines and underwent various diagnostic tests, including:

•         Diabetes Tests
•         Hepatitis B and C Screenings
•         Uric Acid Tests
•         Cholesterol Tests
•         Blood Pressure Checkups

Diagnostic Tests Breakdown

Diagnostic test	Number of tests
HBV screening	14
HCV screening	14
Cholesterol test	07
Uric acid test	19
BSR	38
TOTAL	92

Most Common Health-Related Issues

Patients received consultations for a variety of diseases, including but not limited to:

•         Hyperuricemia
•         Flu, Cough
•         Gastritis
•         Hyperthyroidism
•         Scabies
•         Otorrhea
•         Backache
•         Waterborne diseases
•         Arthritis
•         Fever
•         Hypertension
•         Diabetes
•         Migraine

Preventive Healthcare Session

In addition to the medical services, one of our expert doctors held a preventive healthcare session to educate the attendees about Urinary Tract Infection.

Identification of Surgical Cases

During the camp, one patient was identified who required a surgical procedure. Depending on the detailed medical and financial evaluation, Transparent Hands may register him for further treatment at one of our panel hospitals. 

Impact

This free medical camp had a meaningful impact on the lives of 314 deserving patients and their families. Many individuals who had been unable to access healthcare services due to financial constraints were finally able to receive medical support. Patients benefited from thorough check-ups, consultations, and essential treatments at no cost.

Overall, the camp played a vital role in meeting the community’s healthcare needs and improving the well-being of underserved communities. The residents expressed their deepest gratitude to you for making healthcare services accessible to them.

Medical Camp Team

The medical camp was managed by a dedicated team of 17 members, including:

• 2 Camp Managers
• 4 Doctors (2 Males, 2 Females)
• 1 Lab Technician
• 1 Pharmacist
• 6 Crew Members & Patient Registrars
• 2 Staff Nurse
• 1 Photographer