A total of 2,086 children were screened for anaemia and 499 for pneumonia, while 1,165 children were vaccinated against preventable diseases during the block-level health fairs, themed ‘Healthy Society – A Step Towards a Strong Future’, organised by the National Health Mission (NHM) across the state.The five-day fair was organised at community health centres (CHCs) and primary health centres (PHCs) across all 264 blocks of the state from January 5 to January 10. Additionally, 5,632 PMJAY/CMIAY cards were issued on-site, while 21,997 ABHA Health IDs were generated, promoting digital health integration.National Health Mission director Shashi Prakash Jha said, “The fairs were organised in a planned manner, keeping in view local socio-cultural conditions, disease prevalence and available health infrastructure, so that maximum benefit could reach the community.”Anima Tirkey, a resident of Madhukum, said, “For people like us, visiting big hospitals means losing a day’s wage and spending heavily on travel. In addition, 1,535 beneficiaries availed of tele-consultation services.Moreover, a total of 10,998 blood pressure check-ups were conducted, 3,370 individuals received dental treatment, 3,658 people underwent cancer screening, and 7,230 blood tests were carried out as part of diagnostic services.Screening for blood pressure, diabetes and general ailments are being conducted, along with eye examinations and free distribution of spectacles to patients with visual impairments.
Author: Times News Network
Published at: 2026-01-11 20:54:58
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