(Photo: Unspalsh)
A cervical cancer screening camp was held at Central Jail Number 06, where 265 prisoners over the age of 35 participated, according to an official statement released on Monday.
The screening camp, organized by Delhi Prisons, took place on May 18 in collaboration with AIIMS and the Savera Foundation Trust.
The event was attended by Director General (Prisons) Satish Golcha, along with a distinguished team of doctors from AIIMS, as stated in the release.
Emphasizing the importance of ongoing efforts to ensure timely diagnosis, treatment, and management of preventive diseases among inmates, Golcha remarked that this camp exemplifies the commitment of Delhi Prisons and its partners to the health and well-being of inmates, highlighting the importance of preventive healthcare measures in correctional facilities.
During the screening, AIIMS Dean Kaushal Kumar Verma provided an overview of the comprehensive screening program and stressed the importance of proper nutrition and cervical cancer awareness and prevention, the statement added.
Most victims were children, as recurring drownings exposed inadequate barriers, poor drainage and other lapses
Police arrest 31 people, including alleged mastermind, software developer and fund handlers, after busting a…
Delhi may see more polling stations as the voter cap per booth is reduced to…
Healthcare institutions and concerned officials have been told to keep a close watch on infection…
Delhi Master Plan 2047 raises FAR for educational institutions and allows taller campuses, while easing…
Security tightened at Jantar Mantar as police deploy additional personnel and barricades ahead of proposed…
