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Free Medical and Hepatitis B, C & HIV Screening Camp

Dow University of Health Sciences

October 11, 2024

NVJ Boys Secondary School, Chanesar Village, Karachi

Overview

On October 11, 2024, VFAHT-DUHS organized a free hepatitis screening and medical camp at NVJ Boys Secondary School, Chanesar Village, Karachi. The camp provided essential healthcare services to the local community, offering 200 medical consultations, 52 hepatitis screenings, and free medicines for everyone.

Four individuals tested positive for Hepatitis C and were counseled on next steps for care and treatment. The camp aimed to enhance access to medical care, promote early detection of hepatitis, and support the health and well-being of underserved populations in the area.

RESULTS

Table 01: Hepatitis B & C Screening

Screening Test Method HBV and HCV RDTs (Rapid Diagnostic Testing Kits)
Population Age Range (Years) 18 – 70

 

  Total Males Females
No. of Population Screened 52 17 (32.69%) 35 (67.30%)
HBsAg +ve 0 0 0
Anti-HCV +ve 4 (7.69%) 2 (11.76%) 2 (5.71%)

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