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The Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan has successfully concluded as India's largest health outreach program for women and children. This massive initiative screened nearly 10 crore citizens across various health parameters including diabetes, hypertension, and cancers. The campaign provided critical services like antenatal care, immunizations, and nutrition counselling to millions nationwide. Jointly led by Health and Women & Child Development ministries, it strengthened preventive healthcare at community levels through thousands of health camps.

Key Points: Swasth Nari Abhiyaan Concludes With 18 Lakh Health Camps

  • Over 18 lakh health camps conducted nationwide with 10 crore citizen participation
  • 1.78 crore screened for hypertension and 1.72 crore for diabetes detection
  • 37 lakh women received breast cancer screening and 19 lakh cervical cancer checks
  • More than 1.43 crore children received life-saving vaccines during the campaign
  • Over 62 lakh antenatal check-ups conducted to support maternal health
  • Nutrition counselling reached 1.16 crore people promoting healthy lifestyles
  • 85 lakh citizens screened for TB and 10 lakh for Sickle Cell Disease
  • 4.30 lakh blood donors registered supporting national blood banks
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'Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar' Abhiyaan concludes with over 18 lakh health camps nationwide

India's largest women's health drive screened 10 crore citizens for hypertension, diabetes, cancer & anaemia while providing vaccines and nutrition counselling nationwide.

"The Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan marks the largest ever health outreach for women and children in India - Ministry of Health & Family Welfare"

New Delhi, October 3

The "Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar" Abhiyaan, launched from September 17 to October 2 and concluded with widespread participation across India, benefiting lakhs of women, children, and families through comprehensive health services, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

By the end October 2, over 18 lakh health camps (comprising both screening and speciality camps) were held under the Abhiyaan, registering a footfall of nearly 10 crore citizens nationwide.

Over 1.78 crore citizens screened for hypertension and 1.72 crore for diabetes, more than 37 lakh women screened for breast cancer, and over 19 lakhs for cervical cancer. Oral cancer screening has covered more than 69 lakh people, more than 62.60 lakh antenatal check-ups conducted, while more than 1.43 crore children received life-saving vaccines, ore than 1.51 crore screened for anaemia. Nutrition counselling sessions reached more than 1.16 crore people, over 85 lakh citizens screened for TB and 10.23 lakh for Sickle Cell Disease and more than 4.30 lakh blood donors registered, alongside more than 10.69 Ayushman/PM-JAY cards issued are the key achievements of the Abhiyaan.

In addition to the extensive network of NHM health camps, AIIMS, other Institutes of National Importance (INIs), tertiary care hospitals, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, medical colleges, and private institutions have also been at the forefront of this national drive.

These facilities have hosted thousands of specialty camps, providing advanced screening, diagnostics, counselling and treatment services to beneficiaries, thereby complementing the efforts of state governments and community-level health workers.

The Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan marks the largest ever health outreach for women and children in India. The initiative, jointly led by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD), involved organising lakhs of health camps from September 17 to October 2 at Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, Community Health Centres (CHCs), District Hospitals and other government health facilities across the country to provide women-centric preventive, promotive, and curative health services at the community level.

The Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan strengthened screening, early detection, and treatment linkages for non-communicable diseases, anaemia, tuberculosis, and sickle cell disease, while also promoting maternal, child, and adolescent health through antenatal care, immunisation, nutrition, menstrual hygiene, lifestyle and mental health awareness activities.

At the same time, the campaign mobilised communities towards healthy lifestyle practices with a special emphasis on obesity prevention, improved nutrition, and voluntary blood donation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While the numbers look impressive, I hope the follow-up treatment is equally efficient. Screening is just the first step - what about those who test positive? Do they get proper referral and affordable treatment? The government should ensure complete healthcare chain.
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Sarah B
As someone working in public health, I'm amazed by the scale of this campaign. The focus on women's health, especially breast and cervical cancer screening, is much needed in India. More than 37 lakh women screened for breast cancer is a significant achievement! 👏
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Arjun K
The vaccination numbers are impressive - 1.43 crore children vaccinated! This will significantly improve child health indicators. Hope such drives continue regularly, not just as one-time campaigns. Healthy children mean a healthy future for India.
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Meera T
In our village, the health camp was very well organized. They checked for anemia, which is so common among women here. The nutrition counseling was particularly helpful. More such initiatives needed in rural areas where healthcare access is limited.
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David E
The integration of private institutions with government facilities shows good coordination. The 4.30 lakh blood donors registered is fantastic - this will help address blood shortage issues. Hope they maintain proper records for future needs.

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