Event
December 1, 2024
Jamia Ashrafia Madarsa, Karachi
On December 1, 2024, VFAHT-DUHS organized a comprehensive medical camp at Jamia Ashrafia Madarsa in Karachi, providing free medical consultations and medicines to approximately 500 individuals.
Additionally, 155 attendees were screened for Hepatitis B and C, resulting in one positive case for Hepatitis C. Post-screening, the affected individual received counseling on disease management and preventive measures.
This camp highlighted the importance of community-based healthcare, combining diagnostic services with education and support to improve health outcomes in underserved populations.
RESULTS
Table 01: Hepatitis B & C Screening
Screening Test Method | HBV and HCV RDTs (Rapid Diagnostic Testing Kits) |
Population Age Range (Years) | 18 – 78 |
Total | Males | Females | |
No. of Population Screened | 155 | 107 (69.03%) | 48 (30.96%) |
HBsAg +ve | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Anti-HCV +ve | 1 (0.64%) | 0 | 1 (2.08%) |
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