DIMAPUR — To strengthen the healthcare facilities and deliver service at the doorstep of the public in rural areas, the Health department under Longleng division conducted a Reproductive Child Health (RCH) camp at Tamlu CHC on Tuesday.
The RCH camp was jointly organised by the office of the chief medical officer (CMO) and District Health Society (DHS), Longleng.
An update from the CMO stated that the health services and medicines were provided free of cost to all the beneficiaries. The camp drew a substantial turnout from the community with individuals spanning across various age groups including children and elderly persons. During the camp, a total of 90 beneficiaries availed free medical services.
The services provided included 13 laparoscopic tubal ligation, 3 IUCD insertions, 8 Ultrasound scanning, 8 ANC under EPMSMA, 27 Paediatrics, 33 general OPT, 6 immunisation and eligible couples and lactating mothers received health talks (FGD) on family planning during the camp.
Additionally, family planning corner and IEC corner were also set up and IEC pamphlets and leaflets, condoms, Ezy pills and Mala-N were distributed to the attendees.
The medical team included Dr. Imotemsu, medical superintendent of DH Longleng; Dr. Imtijungshi, DPO (RCH/UIP); Dr. Sanuzolu, junior specialist of paediatrician at DH Longleng; Dr. Moingan, medical officer of CHC Tamlul; and dedicated field staff from CMO office, District Hospital and CHC Tamlu.
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