Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, April 20: Swami Vivekananda Medical Mission (SVMM) Charitable Hospital, Ambphalla, Jammu today organized a free Vitamin D3 screening camp in collaboration with Abbott India Limited at the Ortho OPD Complex.
The Camp received an encouraging response, wherein 65 patients, along with their attendants and hospital staff, availed the benefit of the free screening services. The initiative aimed at spreading awareness regarding Vitamin D3 deficiency and promoting preventive healthcare.
President of the Hospital Amar Chand Gupta, BB Gupta (senior vice president), B S Jamwal (general secretary), Dr Jatinder Gupta (secretary), Subhash Chander Gupta (retired judge), Dr Sachin Gupta (treasurer), Shanker Dutt Sharma (member), Dr Brij Mohan Gupta (member), along with senior doctors and hospital administration were present in the camp.
Dr. Rajesh Gandotra Sr. Ortho Surgeon SVMM highlighted the importance of Vitamin D3 for bone health and immunity and encouraged regular screening, while Dr. Sham Jurangal Sr. Ortho Surgeon SVMM added that awareness and timely diagnosis are essential to prevent complications related to deficiency.
Speaking on the occasion, Amar Chand Gupta stated, “Nar Seva Narayan Seva “is the guiding principle of our institution, and such health camps are a true reflection of this philosophy. We remain committed to serving humanity through dedicated healthcare services.”
B S Jamwal remarked that such camps strengthen the mission of preventive healthcare and help in early detection of deficiencies while Medical Director Dr Arvind Kohli emphasized that Vitamin D deficiency often remains unnoticed but can have serious long-term effects.
Medical Superintendent Dr Rabinder Rattanpal stated that the Hospital will continue to organize such initiatives for the benefit of staff and patients.
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