How many people have benefited from the Nalam Kaakkum Stalin health camps?

Over seven lakh individuals have been identified and referred for treatment, with a total of 18,52,561 persons benefiting from the NKS scheme.

What major health conditions were identified in the NKS camps?

The camps identified conditions such as cancer, heart diseases, diabetes, and hypertension among the individuals screened.

What is the 'Nalam Kaakkum Stalin' (NKS) scheme?

The NKS scheme is a health initiative by the Health Department that organizes camps to identify individuals needing treatment for various health conditions.

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Massive Health Drive: Over 7 Lakh Identified for Care

28 Feb

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Summary

Over 7 lakh individuals identified for treatment via NKS camps.
Camps identified 222 cancer cases and 1,626 heart disease patients.
Nearly 1.5 lakh new diabetes and 4.2 lakh hypertension cases found.

Massive Health Drive: Over 7 Lakh Identified for Care

The Health Department, through its "Nalam Kaakkum Stalin" (NKS) scheme, has successfully organized 1,256 health camps. These camps have been instrumental in identifying over seven lakh individuals who are now receiving necessary medical treatment.

The initiative provided a wide array of 17 different medical services. Significant health concerns were identified, including 222 individuals diagnosed with cancer and 1,626 persons requiring care for heart diseases. The camps also led to the new diagnosis of 1,50,708 individuals with diabetes and 4,28,454 with hypertension, placing them under medical supervision. Health Minister Ma. Subramanian reported that the NKS scheme has benefited 18,52,561 persons overall.

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