Free medical camp conducted for students
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, September 29 2023:
A free medical camp for school students was held at UBC Jubilee Hall Kamphasom in Ukhrul district on September 27 last.
The free medical camp was jointly organised by the Participatory Action for Sustainable Development Organization (PASDO); National Health Mission (NHM), Ukhrul and All Recognize Schools of Ukhrul District (ARSUD) .
Speaking in connection with the medical camp, Gajendra Prasad Mohanty, Project Director, PASDO said that the medical camp has been organised with the objective of addressing the health concerns of the students to ensure that they stay healthy.
Meanwhile CMO, Ukhrul Dr AS Kapangring stressed on the importance of early detection of body ailments for effective treatment and cure.
During the camp, a team of specialist doctors from various departments examined the students and free medicines were distributed.
Over 800 students from six schools of Ukhrul town were also given health counselling during the camp.
As a part of health awareness activities, extempore speech competition for the students was also held.
A special performance was staged by KTL Excel Hr Sec School students in connection with health related issues and maintenance of one's well being.
The medical camp was conducted with the support of MISEREOR and Brot for die Welt.