DODA, May 13: Continuing its mission and legacy of serving humanity, Social Workers Forum Doda (NGO) in collaboration with the Health Department Doda organized its 21st Multi Speciality Health Camp at the remote Village Dhara in District Doda.
The camp was inaugurated by the Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Tanveer Ahmed Rather in the presence of Block Medical Officer Ghat Dr Abdul Gafoor and representatives of the NGO including Hafiz Ullah Khora, Aman Ullah Khan and other distinguished members of the Social Workers Forum.
During the camp, a wide range of healthcare services were provided to the people of the area including consultation by General Physicians, Consultant Gynecologist, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dermatologist, Eye Specialist and Child Specialist. The Health Department also provided on-spot ultrasound facility through the MMU vehicle besides NCD screening, free medicines and distribution of free sanitary pads among beneficiaries.
The camp received an overwhelming response from the public as more than 700 patients availed free health check-ups and medical consultation by a dedicated team of doctors and healthcare professionals.
Speaking on the occasion, CMO Doda Dr. Tanveer Ahmed Rather appreciated the efforts of the Social Workers Forum and the health staff for reaching out to people living in far-flung and remote areas. He stated that such initiatives play a vital role in ensuring accessible and affordable healthcare services at the doorstep of the needy population. He further reiterated the commitment of the Health Department towards strengthening healthcare delivery in remote areas of District Doda.
Representatives of Social Workers Forum Doda expressed gratitude to the Health Department Doda including CMO Doda, GMC Doda besides doctors, paramedical staff and volunteers for their wholehearted support and cooperation in making the camp a grand success. They stated that the organization will continue its humanitarian mission and social service activities in the future as well.
On this occasion, the NGO members also recalled and paid rich tributes to the deceased members of the organization including Late Raja Anayatullah Khan, Late Romal Chand, Late Abdul Latief Rangrez, Late Choudhary Abdul Latief, Late Zaffar Ullah Butt and Late Nizam-ud-Din Butt for their selfless services and valuable contributions towards social welfare and humanitarian activities in District Doda.
The NGO also provided refreshments to all attendees of the camp. Later, the NGO felicitated all the health staff, doctors and officials with mementos and gifts in recognition of their dedication, sincere efforts and valuable contribution towards the successful conduct of the mega health camp.