Over 1,200 People Benefit From Free Medical Camp in Bhatkal as Early Health Issues Are Detected

Bhatkal: A two day free medical camp organised by the Indian Navayath Forum concluded successfully at M M Siddiq Hall on Bandar Road in Bhatkal, benefiting around 1,200 people. The camp offered free medical consultations, health screenings, and diagnostic services under the supervision of experienced doctors, attracting a large number of residents.

Camp Convener Ghufran Lanka said teams of leading cardiologists and physicians participated in the programme. Dr Ali Faisal was joined by two junior cardiologists and two physicians, Dr Yusuf Kambale was assisted by two junior cardiologists and one physician, while Dr Salman Salahuddin worked alongside two junior cardiologists. Nursing staff, ECG technicians, and support personnel also played an important role throughout the camp.

According to Ghufran Lanka, the participating doctors expressed satisfaction over the strong public response, describing it as a sign of the camp’s success. During the screenings, several participants were diagnosed with diabetes, high cholesterol, and other medical conditions that had previously gone unnoticed.

Around 200 people underwent specialised cardiac examinations, while many others were found to have various health concerns that require timely medical attention. At the same time, many participants were relieved to learn that they were in good health.

Ghufran Lanka said such medical camps play an important role in promoting public health awareness and encouraging early detection of diseases. He added that improving access to quality healthcare within Bhatkal would reduce the need for residents to travel to Mangaluru and other cities for treatment.

He also stressed the need for a modern hospital in Bhatkal equipped with specialised facilities, including a dedicated Heart Care Centre, to ensure timely treatment during medical emergencies. The visiting doctors assured their support for such initiatives.

Expressing gratitude for the camp’s success, Ghufran Lanka said many participants personally thanked the organisers after discovering health conditions they were previously unaware of. He noted that the camp not only helped people receive early diagnoses but also saved them considerable time and medical expenses.

All 1,200 participants received blood tests, ECG examinations, medical consultations, and professional advice free of charge. The doctors and their medical teams volunteered their services without charging consultation fees and even declined reimbursement for their travel expenses.

Ghufran Lanka thanked the office bearers of the Indian Navayath Forum, the visiting doctors, INF members, volunteers, media representatives, and everyone who contributed to making the medical camp a success through their dedication and support.