Mass cardiac screening: Free tests for over four hundred participants in Parbat

Summary

More than 450 individuals received free heart disease tests including ECG and echocardiography at a one-day medical camp in Thulipokhari, Parbat, benefiting underprivileged and elderly patients.

Key Points
  • A one-day heart disease testing camp was held in Thulipokhari, Kushma Municipality-12, testing over 450 individuals.
  • Five individuals with serious conditions were referred to Kathmandu for surgery.
  • The camp was organized by Kushma Basic Hospital with assistance from Save the Heart and Nepal Cardio.
  • Free consultations, ECG, echocardiography, and medications were provided, benefiting rural and underprivileged populations.
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