Under the ‘Elderly Health Care Month’ initiative and following the directives of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma, a special health screening and consultation camp was organized at the Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC) in Shantinagar. Health check-ups were conducted free of cost for more than 25 senior citizens.
CMO Dr. Sharma stated that regular check-ups and medicines are available free of charge for the elderly at Urban Primary Health Centres and Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. City Urban Health Officer Rakesh Bisht emphasized the importance of a nutritious diet, regular exercise, and timely medical check-ups for the elderly.
At the camp, screenings were conducted for conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, depression, and bone-related issues, alongside awareness-raising activities. Additionally, assistive devices and fruits were distributed to those in need. The camp was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Riya Uniyal, and the helpline number 104 was shared for assistance.
