A free health camp conducted by the United Federation of Doctors for Early Diagnosis and Prevention of Disease in India (UFODI) at Tamulikuchi Playground in 13th Mile on the outskirts of Guwahati on 19 January provided medical consultations and health awareness to nearly 300 attendees.
The camp was part of UFODI’s flagship programme, UFODI HEAL (Health Evaluation and Lifecare), which aims to promote health awareness and early disease prevention. Attendees received free health check-ups and consultations covering various medical concerns, with a focus on health and hygiene.
The event was supported by ARHI Hospital, which provided medical professionals, including a neurosurgeon, a specialist in internal medicine, and two general physicians. These specialists ensured that individuals requiring further medical attention were advised on the next steps for advanced treatment.
UFODI’s Chief Coordinator, Kapil Das, supervised the event’s operations, coordinating with medical teams and the local community to facilitate the camp’s activities.
UFODI Founder and Chairman, Dr Rathangapani Chattopadhyay, expressed appreciation for the participants and stakeholders involved in the initiative. He stated that the camp aimed to promote early disease detection and healthcare awareness. Speaking to eastmojo.com, Chattopadhyay mentioned that some critical cases, including neurological and oncological conditions, were identified during the camp.
“Some of the patients we attended to were already undergoing treatment, while others were in the early stages of conditions such as oral cancer and neurological disorders. With specialists present, we were able to recommend further evaluations and tests for such patients. This aligns with UFODI’s objective of reaching individuals in the early stages of illness to facilitate timely medical intervention,” Chattopadhyay said.
UFODI, established on 3 August 2016, has been engaged in providing healthcare services and education to underserved communities. Through initiatives such as UFODI HEAL and UFODI HOPE (Health Orientation Programme Execution), the organisation conducts health awareness drives in schools and areas with limited access to medical facilities.
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