"The greatest disease is
not TB or leprosy; it is being unwanted, unloved and uncared for. We can cure physical
diseases with medicine, but the only cure for loneliness, despair and hopelessness
is love. There are many in the world who are dying for a piece of bread, but there
are many
more dying for a little love."
- Mother
Teresa
Vision Behind the Programme
Tapahsthali launched the programme
as part of its endeavour to introduce healthcare awareness and contemporary healthcare
services seeking behaviour among the rural masses and the underprivileged.
Health Services Provided
The services provided are OPD, Ante-natal/post-natal services, identification of
difficult pregnancy and
referral for institutional care,
Immunization - Mother & children, Minor surgery, BP examination, X-ray, ECG,
First Aid, Distribution of Iron Folic tablets, Vit-A Prophylaxis, Treatment of mal-nutrient
cases, etc.
Children and Women's health is one of Tapahathali prime concerns. A referral service network for them also needs to be developed. Education and counselling on Health
and hygiene, Family planning promotion with emphasis on condom usage for safe sex,
spacing methods would also be imparted. The programme would also ensure organising
regular health camps, including minor surgical interventions.