Integrated Health Camp launched in West Jaintia Hills: Two month initiative aims to reach 200 villages

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaAugust 2, 2024

An Integrated Health Camp was launched today in the West Jaintia Hills District with the aim of providing comprehensive health care services over a two-month period throughout the entire district. The initiative targets the establishment of 17 static camps and outreach services, covering 150 to 200 villages.

The campaign is a collaborative effort involving the District Medical & Health Officer, Jowai; the office of the West Jaintia Hills Deputy Commissioner; Meghalaya AIDS Control Society, Shillong; and other line departments.

Over the two-month period, beneficiaries will receive a wide range of services, including general health check-ups, testing and treatment for tuberculosis (TB) and HIV, testing for Hepatitis B and C with appropriate treatment, MHIS registration, and house-to-house visits.

Army Lipon, President of Synjuk Ki Waheh Shnong Ri Jaintia, graced the event as the Chief Guest, accompanied by Waheh Chnong Ladthadlaboh, ABM Shullai, and other esteemed dignitaries from the Health Department. Lipon expressed appreciation for the ongoing campaign in his address, emphasizing the importance of health and highlighting the campaign as a valuable opportunity. He commended the efforts of health workers and volunteers, encouraging the public to actively engage with the campaign activities and take advantage of the health facilities brought to their doorstep.

Dr. (Mrs) B. Decruse, Project Director of MACS, highlighted the significance of the campaign with a focus on rural areas in her keynote address. She outlined the campaign’s objective of providing free medical consultation and noted that HIV remains a primary concern. She emphasized the need for increased awareness and preventive measures.

R. Passah, District Social Welfare Officer, also spoke on the occasion. The program was chaired by Dr. M. Syngkon, District Surveillance Officer, Jowai, and Dr. S. Suja, DNi, NVHCP, proposed the vote of thanks.