AKHNOOR, Oct 10: Live For Others – Being Helpful Foundation (LFO-BHF), in collaboration with Talla Jewellers and Talla Cares Foundation, successfully organised a free medical camp at Kameshwar Temple, Akhnoor, with the aim of providing accessible healthcare services and promoting preventive health awareness among the local community.
The camp was organised with the support of Amandeep Hospital, Pathankot; Sharp Sight Eye Hospital; National Hospital, Jammu; Directorate of AYUSH; Ajay Hearing Care Centre; Ajay Medicine Traders; and Government Dental Hospital, Jammu. The initiative brought together healthcare professionals, volunteers, and community members to encourage timely medical consultations and routine health screenings.
The camp was inaugurated by Kashish Gupta, CEO of Talla Jewellers, whose presence highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing community healthcare needs. Around 300 beneficiaries availed themselves of various medical facilities during the camp, making the initiative a meaningful step towards improving healthcare accessibility in the region.
A range of free medical services was provided, including doctors’ consultations in orthopaedics, gynaecology, general medicine, eye care, and dental care. Beneficiaries also received free medicines and access to blood sugar testing, haemoglobin and blood grouping tests, liver screening, kidney screening, pulmonary function tests (PFT), and basic vital health check-ups, including blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, and weight assessment.
Speaking on the occasion, Kashish Gupta, CEO of Talla Jewellers, said, “Healthcare is one of the most essential needs of every individual, and access to timely medical advice and preventive screenings can significantly improve quality of life.
Through such initiatives, we aim to reach communities, spread awareness about health and wellness, and encourage people to take proactive steps towards their well-being. We are happy to be part of an initiative that brings meaningful benefits to so many people.”
Vivek Parihar, Director and CEO of Live For Others – Being Helpful Foundation, expressed his gratitude to all the supporting organisations, healthcare professionals, and volunteers for their valuable contributions. He stated, “Our mission has always been to serve society through impactful initiatives that address real community needs.
Medical camps like these help bring essential healthcare services closer to people and encourage early detection and prevention of health conditions. We sincerely appreciate the support of Talla Jewellers, Talla Cares Foundation, all the supporting institutions, and the medical teams for joining hands with us in this endeavour.”
Speaking on the occasion, Stuti Abrol and Abhinandan Sharma, Domain Incharges of Health at LFO-BHF, highlighted the importance of organising medical camps to promote preventive healthcare and ensure that essential medical services reach people from all sections of society. They said, “Regular health check-ups and timely medical consultations play a vital role in identifying potential health concerns at an early stage. Through initiatives like this, we aim to create greater awareness about health and hygiene while encouraging individuals to prioritise their well-being. We are grateful to all the medical institutions, healthcare professionals, and supporting organisations whose cooperation made this initiative possible.”
The camp witnessed active participation from LFO-BHF members and volunteers, including Aditya, Abhishek Gupta, Vidit, Abhinandan, Radhika Sharma, Shruti Sharma, Kunal, and many others.