Breast Screening and General Health Screening Camp: 16th-18th December 2024
Varthur Government Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Organized by Telerad Foundation in collaboration with DISH Network Technologies at Varthur Government Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Breast Cancer Screening Camp Highlights
Objectives
- Early detection of breast cancer.
- Raising awareness about breast cancer.
- Educating individuals on the importance of self-breast exams.
- Emphasizing the critical need for early detection.
- Providing basic screening facilities for women from economically weaker sections.
Key Features of the Breast Screening Camp
- Quick, efficient screening.
- Non-invasive and radiation-free.
- AI-generated reports with follow-up doctor consultations for abnormal results.
General Health Screening Camp Highlights
Objectives
- Early identification of health issues.
- Spreading awareness about common health risks.
- Promoting healthier lifestyle choices.
Tests Conducted
- Height and Weight Measurement
- Blood Pressure Check
- GRBS (Random Blood Sugar)
- Hemoglobin Levels
- Troponin T and Myoglobin Tests
- Body Composition Analysis (BCA)
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
This initiative aimed to empower individuals with accessible healthcare and promote preventive health practices.
The breast screening camp and health check screening camp was graced by
- Dr. Yoshitha – Varthur PHC Medical Officer
- Dr. Rakesh – MOH, Mahadevapura
- Ms. Bharathi Krishnamurthi (HR Head), Mr. Raj (General Manager for Engineering Operations) and Team Members – Dish Network
- Ms. Suma S, Ms. Sabha Ahmed, and Mr. Mahendray – Represented the TF Team at the camp
- Mr. Saleem, Mr. Vinod, Mr. Srikanth, Mr. Shivkumar, Mr. Vishnu, Ms. Tejaswini, and Ms. Parvathi – RxDx Healthcare
Telerad Foundation thanks all the community mobilisers, including ASHA and Anganwadi workers, for contributing to the mobilization, awareness creation activities and for their endless support.
