Transparenthands

Due to the floods, the people of Sahiwal were struggling with a lack of access to essential healthcare services. To ease their hardships and ensure timely treatment, Transparent Hands, with the sponsorship of the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) and courtesy of the CHEF International, arranged a flood relief camp and a preventive healthcare session in Dad Baloch, District Sahiwal, Punjab. The primary objective of this camp, held on September 7, 2025, was to provide necessary medical assistance to flood-affected families in Sahiwal. Free Consultations, Medicines, and Diagnostic Tests A total of 161 flood-hit patients were examined by our qualified doctors. Each patient received a detailed consultation, essential medicines, and access to other important healthcare services, which included: · First Aid · Diabetes tests · Uric acid tests · Malaria tests · Hepatitis B and C screenings · Blood pressure checkups · Cholesterol tests Common Health-Related Issues Due to displacement and challenging living conditions, patients experienced multiple health-related issues, including: · Pyrexia · Skin Infections · Scabies · Myalgia · Conjunctivitis · Neck pain, Body pain · Headache · Hepatitis · Gynecological issues Preventive Healthcare Session At the camp, our dedicated doctor delivered a preventive healthcare session on Scabies. The discussion guided patients on identifying symptoms early and adopting measures to minimize the spread of scabies in crowded living conditions. Impact The flood relief camp brought significant relief to 161 vulnerable patients and their families in Dad Baloch. By providing free first aid, checkups, medicines, and diagnostic support, we ensured that their important health needs were addressed promptly. This initiative not only improved their well-being but also gave families hope during this difficult period. The residents extended their deepest gratitude to you for supporting this flood relief camp and helping them during this crisis. Flood Relief Camp Team The camp was organized successfully by a committed 13-member team, consisting of: · 1 Camp Manager · 3 Doctors (2 Males, 1 Female) · 1 Lab Technician · 2 Pharmacists · 4 Patient Registrars & Crew Members · 1 Staff Nurse · 1 Photographer