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As a corporate responsibility, Total Health has
designed 'free general health screening' in the Mandal
on a periodical basis. Under this model, screening tests
are conducted to detect diseases at an early stage,
before any symptoms become noticeable. The
intention is to treat the disease early to ensure
complete cure and eliminate complications. Those who
are identified are supported with suitable medication/
procedures on reasonable charges or free of cost
when the patient's financial situation warrants. Along
with general health screening camps, Total Health has
introduced eye-screening camps.

House Hold Survey– From the year 2013 to 2019,
31151 members of the community have been covered
for general health screening during this door-to-door
survey

NCD Management (DM and HTN) - Regular follow
ups of 1895 diabetic and hypertensive patients with
investigations, medication and counseling have been
performed
Supplementary nutrition for pregnant and lactating women
RNTCP– Screening of 206 patients with chest
Health Screening Camps symptoms was performed in the designated
microscopy centre, out of which 15 persons were
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), especially
detected with Tuberculosis and were successfully
cancers, are a cause of concern across the globe.
managed.
Cervical, breast, and cancer of the oral cavity are the
three most commonly encountered cancers. Screening General Health Camp– Over 1450 members from the
programs are essential to cure these diseases at an community attended the General Health Camp.
early stage.

Hypertension and Diabetes mellitus are the two other
NCDs, which have impacted on the quality of life of
the population and their lifespan. Appropriate
screening tests can detect these and simple algorithms
for their complete diagnosis and management can be
followed at the primary and secondary healthcare
facilities.

Another critical and neglected problem among women
is anaemia. It impacts their ability to work and also
increases the risk to their life during childbirth. It is
easily diagnosed in the field setting and is also treat
able in most primary healthcare facilities.

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