Berhampur, Nov. 6: A free Mega Health Camp was organised by Institute of
Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital-3 at Sitalapalli here in partnership with
‘Bharosa’, a NGO, where a comprehensive range of medical services were
provided to the people.
The camp, held at Bharati Vidyapeeth at Ganjam, was attended by around
400 people from nearby villages.
The event was designed to enhance healthcare accessibility and awareness
with a team of specialists from different departments including Neurology,
Medicine, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dermatology,
Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology and Dentistry in attendance.
The people who attended the camp received expert consultation in
different specialties and about preventive health practices which could improve
their long term well being.
Addressing the inaugural function, Mr. Deba Prasad Dash, Director of the
hospital, underscored the organisation’s commitment to serve the people by
bringing quality healthcare directly to the community.
“This camp exemplifies our commitment to enhance community health
through accessible medical care and preventive guidance,” he said.
Persons afflicted by different health issues including common ailments,
infections, respiratory and skin diseases attended the camp. In addition to
specialized consultations, the camp included educational sessions focused on
disease prevention and lifestyle modifications to encourage healthier habits
among attendees. The hospital provided free medications to those in need. A
team comprising nursing staff and pharmacists managed distribution of
medicines.
The feedback received from the attendees was overwhelmingly positive
with many expressing happiness for getting the opportunity to receive specialist
attention for their ailments without having to pay for it.
The event also highlighted the power of partnership in expanding
healthcare access as the hospital in tandem with ‘Bharosa’ worked to make it a
success by bringing essential healthcare service to a rural area. The camp served
as a model for effective healthcare outreach demonstrating that a collaborative
approach can bridge gaps in healthcare access in needy areas.