Description
Transparent Hands, with sponsorship of the Packages Foundation, arranged an impactful free medical camp and a preventive healthcare session at Biomass Purchase Centre, Mandi Yazman, Bahawalpur, on July 17, 2026. This camp was arranged to provide essential healthcare services to deserving patients in Bahawalpur.
Free Consultations, Medicines, and Diagnostic Tests:
A total of 220 deserving patients received free consultations from our expert doctors. In addition to the consultations, the patients were provided with free medicines and underwent various diagnostic tests, including:
· Diabetes tests
· Uric acid tests
· Hepatitis B and C screenings
· Cholesterol tests
· Blood pressure checkups
. Ultrasound scans
Patient Demographics
Male Patients: 119
Female Patients: 49
Children: 52
Total Patients: 220
Common Health-Related Issues
At the camp, our team provided free consultations and medical care to address the following health-related issues:
· Asthma
· Scabies
· Diarrhea
· Jaundice
· Fever, Flu
· Hypertension
· Acidity
· Eczema
· Diabetes
· Arthritis
· Sore throat
· Foot pain, Shoulder pain
Community Health Trends
• Diabetes mellitus is a common health condition observed among community members, with several patients requiring regular blood glucose monitoring and management.
• Patients frequently presented with uncontrolled blood glucose levels and diabetes-related complications, highlighting the need for ongoing awareness and follow-up care.
• Allergic conditions, including seasonal allergies, allergic rhinitis, and skin allergies, are commonly reported during community medical camps.
• Complaints of itching, skin rashes, and respiratory allergic symptoms are frequently observed among patients attending the camps.
• Lumbar pain and other musculoskeletal disorders, including chronic lower back pain and lumbar strain, are commonly reported and often affect patients' daily activities and mobility.
Preventive Healthcare Session
In addition to the medical services, one of our expert doctors held a preventive healthcare session to educate the attendees about diabetes.
Impact
This free medical camp became a source of hope for 220 needy patients in Bahawalpur. Before this camp, numerous patients faced issues in receiving timely healthcare services. Through free consultations, diagnostic tests, and essential medicines, patients received quality healthcare services. Overall, this camp played a vital role in improving the health and well-being of underprivileged communities in Bahawalpur.
Medical Camp Team
The medical camp was managed by a dedicated team of 15 members, including:
· 1 Camp Manager
· 4 Doctors (2 Males, 2 Females)
· 1 Pharmacist
. 1 Lab Technician
· 3 Crew Members
· 2 Patient registrars
· 2 Staff Nurses
· 1 Photographer
Recommendations
Based on observations from the camp, the following recommendations are proposed:
-Conduct regular community-based screening for diabetes, allergies, and musculoskeletal disorders.
-Promote awareness of healthy diet, physical activity, allergy prevention, and proper posture to reduce the burden of these conditions.
-Ensure the availability of essential medications for diabetes, allergies, and pain management during medical camps.
-Encourage early diagnosis, timely treatment, and regular follow-up for patients with chronic conditions.
-Refer patients with uncontrolled diabetes, severe allergic reactions, or persistent lower back pain to appropriate specialist care.
