12/08/2026
Date- 12/08/2026
HWC-PHC Chungthang
An AYUSH Outreach Health-cum-Screening Camp was successfully conducted at Saffo-Salim Pakyel on 12/08/2026 , by a team from PHC Chungthang with the aim of bringing essential healthcare and preventive health services closer to the community. The camp focused on early detection of common health conditions, promotion of healthy lifestyle practices, awareness regarding AYUSH systems, and strengthening community participation in preventive healthcare.
The camp was conducted by a dedicated team comprising of MO/IC, MO(AYUSH), PMOA, Pharmacist, and staffs from Salim Pakyel Sub-Centre.
Key IEC and Health Awareness Activities:
○IEC on AYUSH System: Awareness regarding the AYUSH systems of healthcare and the role of Ayurveda in promoting healthy living and disease prevention.
○Dinacharya: Importance of maintaining a healthy daily routine, including proper diet, sleep, personal hygiene, physical activity, and other healthy lifestyle practices.
○Substance Abuse Awareness: Awareness regarding the harmful effects of substance abuse and the importance of adopting a substance-free lifestyle, aligning with the objectives of the Nasha Mukt Bharat.
Healthcare Services and Screening Activities:
○Medical consultation and health check-up with distribution of medicines as advised during consultation
○Blood pressure screening .
○Random Blood Sugar (RBS) screening.
○Hemoglobin screening for identification of possible anemia
○Height and weight measurement with BMI assessment for screening of underweight, overweight, and obesity.
A total of 71 participants were registered and all 71 participants were screened during the camp. The screening findings were:
○Total Registered: 71
○Total Screened: 71
○Pre-hypertension: 8
○Hypertension Screening Positive: 3
○Raised Random Blood Sugar (RBS): 18
○Diabetes Screening Positive: 4
○Mild Anemia: 15
○Moderate Anemia: 8
○Severe Anemia: Nil
○Underweight: 2
○Overweight: 18
○Obesity: 7
The screening findings enabled the early identification of individuals requiring further evaluation and appropriate follow-up. Participants with abnormal screening results were provided with necessary health advice and counselling and were advised to seek further medical evaluation wherever required.The camp served as an important platform for early screening, preventive healthcare, health education, and promotion of AYUSH-based healthy lifestyle practices among the community.
