We Improved Health Outcomes for the Underprivileged in Mianwali

Transparent Hands, with the sponsorship of Packages Foundation, recently organized a free medical camp and preventive healthcare session at Bulleh Shah Packaging Centre, Piplan, District Mianwali. The primary objective of this camp held on December 19, 2024, was to provide essential medical assistance to the needy in Mianwali.

Free Consultations, Medicines, and Diagnostic Tests

A total of 330 deserving patients received free consultations from our expert doctors. Along with consultations, 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

Diagnostic Tests Breakdown

 Most Common Diseases

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

•         Fever, cough, flu, and chest congestion
•         Seasonal allergies and scabies
•         Asthma, backache, and joint pain
•         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 330 deserving patients and their families. Many patients received free consultations, essential medicines, and diagnostic tests, addressing essential health needs effectively. Essential medicines were distributed at no cost, while free diagnostic services facilitated early disease detection and timely treatments.

Additionally, the camp included a preventive healthcare session that educated attendees about hypertension.

Overall, this camp successfully played a part in bridging the gaps in access to healthcare in Mianwali.

Medical Camp Team

The medical camp was managed by a dedicated team of 13 members, including:

•         1 Supervisor
•         4 Doctors (2 Males, 2 Females)
•         1 Lab Technician
•         1 Pharmacist
•         3 Patient Registrars & Crew Members
•         2 Staff Nurses
•         1 Photographer