Health -- Shakuntaladevi Charitable Trust

Health Care

This is the first phase successful mega health camp to offer improved healthcare services to tribals of Keonjhar District in the state of Odisha
The Generic Health Campwas jointly organised by ShakhuntalaDevi Charitable Trust and the District Administration & RITES

Two days Mega Health Camps were organized in five blocks viz Keonjhar Sadar block, Jhumpura block,Telkoi block,Saharpada block and Banspal block of keonjhar district. In these camps Mr.Bipin bihari Patra Medicine specialist and pragya paramita nayak Gynecologist along with Ajit jena and Lusi mahakud Lab Technicians facilitated the camps and diagnosed the patients,administered with appropriate medicine. These are the issues of adolescent girls addressed through appropriate motivation and generate awareness among the montackling the issues which are mentioned below continuity of care.

Common gyneco logic problems include:

Heavy periods or abnormal bleeding
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis
Vaginal discharge

HEALTH AWARNESS PROGRAMME

Heavy periods or abnormal bleeding:

If your period lasts for more than seven days, or if your flow is so heavy that it is difficult to maintain your normal lifestyle and activities during your menstrual period, you should see your healthcare provider. Many of the causes of abnormal or heavy bleeding are minor issues that are easily treated, enabling you to resume your normal activities quickly; however, some causes of abnormal bleeding may be more serious and require immediate medical attention.

Approximately one in five women experiences abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding as a part of her regular cycle. This is called menorrhagia. If you consistently experience extremely heavy menstrual bleeding, contact your doctor. Many treatments are available, and we can help you find the best one for you.

Common causes of pelvic pain include:

Uterine fibroids:

Fibroids are usually small – often so small that they are not easily detected during a regular pelvic exam. But they can also be quite large and cause problems, such as:

Menstrual changes like heavy bleeding, longer or more frequent periods, and increased cramping

Pain or pressure in the pelvisor lower abdomen, often during sex
Urinary changes like pressure, difficulty, or frequent urination
Rectal pain and/or constipation
Infertility and miscarriage

Endometriosis:

The endometrium is the lining of the uterus. This lining builds up over the course of the menstrual cycle in order to allow a fertilized egg to implant and develop into a fetus. When a fertilized egg does not implant, this lining is shed as your monthly menstrual flow.

Vaginal discharge:

It’s normal for women to experience a small amount of clear or cloudy white vaginal discharge. These natural secretions help to keep vaginal tissues moist and healthy.
The vaginal area normally has a balance of naturally present bacteria and yeast that help to keep the area healthy. When this balance gets upset, it can cause abnormal discharge. You may also experience itching, burning, or an unpleasant odor.
Different factors can upset this balance. Often, the issue is something minor like a regular yeast infection (candidiasis), but bacterial infections, sexually transmitted infections, or even HIV can cause frequent yeast infections or symptoms that mirror a yeast infection.
Over-the-counter treatments may be an option, and some can provide relief, but it’s also a good idea to see your doctor if you’re experiencing vaginal discharge. He or she can help to determine what is causing it and what the best treatment plan will be for you.

Geriatric care and Management:

During the Mega Camp organized, the Consultants focused on the objectives to protect, care and management of elderly persons. The main objectives are as follows.

To establish social contact and mutual co-operation amongst the senior citizens of the locality.
To consider and adopt ways and means to serve the community in general, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, or sex, in the field of Health, Education, and Financial help to the poor and needy, etc.
To make efforts in solving common man’s problems by making suitable representation on behalf of the public, based on the wide and varied experience concerned, wherever considered necessary.
To approach Government or Semi-Government bodies or social institutions for socio-economic aid and assistance for aged persons in respect of reasonable necessities, comforts, and conveniences conducive to the health and well-being of persons of advanced age.
To periodically arrange talks, lectures, meetings, entertainment programs, picnics, outings, etc. for the benefit of members.
To render medical relief to members by opening, establishing, managing, controlling, and conducting dispensaries, hospitals, nursing homes, sanatoria, and medical and First-Aid Centers, and such other beneficial activities.

BLOOD DONATION CAMPS:

SCT was organised a Blood Donation camp on 12th May 2019 with the support of AMA ODISHA. About 19 units blood collected from donors. Mr Akshaya Kumar Sahu, Blood Donation camp, Jagannath Mohanta, LT, Subrata Swain, Sambad, District Correspondent, Mr.Sudhansu SekharSahu, City Reporter also presented in the blood donation camp.