ISLAMABAD: A free medical camp found that as many as 42pc population of an area of Kallar Syedan suffering from stomach diseases, diabetes and Hepatitis C.
Eye-opening findings were revealed during a free medical camp held at Nala Musalmana Kallar Syedan, a tehsil of Rawalpindi district.
The goal of the medical camp, organised by Maroof International Hospital’s Clinical Investigation Centre and Research Department, was to provide treatment services and blood screening free of cost to the local community. It was placed targeting communities in distant small towns that often lack access to essential medical facilities.
Over 100 persons attended the medical and screening camp of which it was found that 23 persons were suffering from H. Pylori, 17 persons from diabetes and two persons from hepatitis C.
H. Pylori bacteria are usually spreads through contaminated water and food. It also spreads from person to person through direct contact with saliva, vomit or stool. The bacteria cause gastritis or a peptic ulcer in some people.
Dr Saboora, Associate Director of MIH and other specialist doctors, provided essential services on HBV, HCV, Malaria, dengue screenings, H. Pylori tests and more.
According to a statement, during medical checkups and screening, the most prevalent health issues among attendees were gastric diseases, with cases showing positivity for H. Pylori.
Locals also visited the camp with other medical complications. Two cases of HCV (Hepatitis C Virus) were also reported.
This data underscores the significance of addressing these health challenges within the community.
Healthcare experts at the camp also educated locals on the importance of creating a concept of healthier community. The team also visited local girls’ school and college.
There Nida Ashraf conducted an awareness session with young women, emphasising the importance of maintaining proper menstrual hygiene and good nutritional health.
“This educational and awareness effort has the potential to significantly improve the health and well-being of the students,” she said.
Published in Dawn, August 29th, 2023