Bhopal, Dr Narendra Chaudhary, Additional Professor, Pediatrics, AIIMS Bhopal, participated in an outreach health checkup camp across the border of the state of MP at Govt Higher Secondary School, Akarsada, District Bhilwara, Rajasthan. The camp was organised on August 16–17, 2024, by the GSS Akarsada Alumni Association with the help of villagers and school staff. 366 children were screened over 2 days, of which 50% were girls.
Anaemia was found in only 7% of children as healthcare workers regularly supplemented iron, folic acid, and anti-worm medications.
A total of 57 children were planned for further workup or referral. One was suspected to have congenital heart disease, one had varicocele, and one had genetic syndrome to be worked up at AIIMS Bhopal. On this occasion, Dr Narendra Chaudhary made people aware of the facilities available at AIIMS Bhopal, especially for children with cancer.
The group also participated in the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. He thanked the organisers, especially Mr GC Chaudhary and Mr Gopal Sharma, for the invitation. He also thanked Prof. (Dr) Ajai Singh, Director, AIIMS, Bhopal, for continuous encouragement and support for outreach activities.
