KU organizes free medical camp for community health awareness

Posted by admin_kas on 2025-02-12 20:13:35 |

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Srinagar, Feb 12: The Directorate of Lifelong Learning (DLL), University of Kashmir (KU), in collaboration with the University Health Centre and Ramzana Hospital Wednesday organized a day-long medical and health awareness camp at Shanpora, Habak.

The camp was organised as part of its community outreach program under the Area-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach.

The camp aimed to provide essential healthcare services to underprivileged communities by offering free medical consultations, diagnostic services, and medicines. Specialist doctors from gynecology, general medicine, and oral medicine conducted thorough health check-ups and raised awareness about preventive healthcare, hygiene, and lifestyle-related diseases.

In her message Vice Chancellor University of Kashmir (KU) Prof Nilofer Khan said the varsity is deeply committed to the well-being of our communities.

"Our community-based health and medical camps reflect our dedication to extending quality healthcare services to those in need, especially in underserved areas. These initiatives not only provide essential medical support but also foster a culture of social responsibility among our students and faculty,” she said.

 Doctors at the camp stressed on the early detection and prevention of common ailments and educated attendees about women’s health, chronic diseases, and oral hygiene.

They also guided patients on the importance of regular health check-ups and lifestyle modifications to prevent long-term health complications.

Director DLL KU, Prof. Shazia Manzoor, emphasized the importance of health awareness and outreach initiatives, particularly in underserved areas.

“Community outreach is also one of our core responsibilities. Through such initiatives, we aim to bridge the healthcare gap and ensure that people, especially women and the elderly, receive timely medical attention,” she said.