162 attend medical camp at flood-hit village in Mandi

In the wake of the recent rain disaster devastating the Seraj region of Mandi, the AYUSH Department of the district organised a multi-specialty Ayurvedic medical camp at Kuthah village in Tungdhar panchayat yesterday. The aim of the camp was to provide essential healthcare services to the disaster-hit population. As many as 162 persons participated in it.

District AYUSH Officer Dr Rajesh Kumar Kalia, who inaugurated the camp, emphasised the importance of maintaining hygiene and avoiding water-borne diseases, which were common after a natural disaster. He made people aware about preventive measures to safeguard their health during disasters.

Under the guidance of Dr Sukhdev, Sub-Divisional Ayurvedic Medical Officer from Chailchowk, the comprehensive health check-up was done at the camp. Along with Ayurvedic consultation, screening for blood pressure, diabetes and blood tests were done. Free Ayurvedic medicines were given to patients based on individual diagnoses.

The medical team comprised of Dr Sanjeev Kondal, Dr Bharatendu, Dr Vikas, Dr Shivani and Dr Anamika, along with Ayurvedic pharmacy officials Vinod Kumar, Prem Singh, Surender Kumar and Jaipal. Their collaborative efforts ensured the smooth functioning of the camp and effective delivery of healthcare services to the participants of the camp.

Local residents expressed gratitude to the AYUSH Department for extending medical support in this challenging time. Many beneficiaries stated that the camp not only addressed immediate health concerns but also brought much-needed relief and reassurance during the ongoing crisis triggered by cloudbursts and flashfloods.