The National Association for Blind Employment and Training (NABET) India organised a series of health and wellness camps including eye checkups for the residents of villages in and around Dhana on 13 March. Doctors from Fortis Memorial, Artemis and AIIMS along with specialist oncologists, ophthalmologists, surgeons, gynaecologists and specialists in medicine curated the camp and participated in the event.
The camp was held with the support of Aon PLC, a leading global professional services firm. Aon is one of the key supporters of NABETIndia and is deeply invested in creating social impact in communities; to improve the availability and access to quality health care, especially for those residing in rural areas, women and children.
Essential medicines, iron, zinc, vitamin, calcium tablets, cough syrups, ORS immunity boosters, sanitary napkins, sanitisers, face masks, were distributed to all free of cost. There was a huge demand for eye examinations. Eyeglasses (with corrective lenses) were donated to the needy and as per the surgeon’s recommendations.
This was a unique health and wellness initiative – in addition to medicines and free health checks the beneficiaries were counselled and health benefits were explained. The daylong camp saw a huge turnout that resulted in thousands of beneficiaries availing the opportunity.
Managing Trustee Usha Mishra, said, “These programs bring a sense of participation and sense of belonging among the villagers as was evident by their voluntary participation. It brought a sense of feel-good amongst them. We welcome the support from Aon PLC has been a long-term supporter of NABET India’s initiatives including Project Vidhi a premium skill generation program for People with Disability. We appreciate their support in our initiatives to create a healthier community.”