More than 4,700 patients treated by Pakistan Navy medical team in Gwadar

KARACHI: With an aim to extend all out support and expressing empathy with the underprivileged people of the coastal areas, the Pakistan Navy established a three-day free medical camp at the Naval Welfare Centre in Gwadar from December 4 to 6 for the local populace of the area.
A medical team comprising gynaecologists, dental surgeons, surgical, medical, eye, skin, ENT and child specialists, along with paramedical staff, were deputed at the camp. The PN medical team provided skilled medical treatment to the patients in general healthcare, ENT, dermatology, dentistry, gynaecology and child care.
For proper diagnosis, a laboratory was also set up for blood, ultrasound and X-ray tests. The team, besides providing free medical treatment and free medicines to the patients, also conducted minor surgeries.
Apart from extending medical facilities, the camp also aimed at educating local populace on public health, prevention of diseases, child health care, personal hygiene and sanitation of living area.
Medical examination of schoolchildren was also carried out besides advising parents and teachers on correctable disabilities and nutritional deficiencies.
Civil and military dignitaries visited the camp to review the facilities at the medical camp. The Pakistan Navy is fully aware of the problems being faced by the people of the coastal areas and is committed to providing humanitarian and medical aid to facilitate them.