ZIRO, Nov 7: Demonstrating its constant commitment to community welfare, the State Bank of India (SBI), Ziro Branch conducted a free healthcare camp at its campus here today.
Organized in collaboration with the District Health Society (Lower Subansiri), and Indira Gandhi Technological and Medical Sciences University (IGTAMSU), Ziro, the initiative was specifically tailored for senior citizens, pensioners, and the local community, and focused on promoting preventive healthcare and overall well-being.
The two-hour-long camp provided a comprehensive range of health services, including routine Blood Pressure check-ups, Blood Sugar level testing, expert medical consultations, and specialized physiotherapy consultations and guidance.
As part of the collaborative effort, the DHS supplied essential medicines for hypertension, diabetes, and nicotine dependence to support individuals seeking tobacco cessation advice, distributed free of cost based on medical evaluations.
Highlighting the bank's dedication to community service, SBI Ziro Branch Chief Manager Sumit Brahma stated, “Our senior citizens and pensioners are the backbone of our community, and ensuring their health and well-being is a privilege. This camp is a step forward in bringing essential healthcare services and preventive awareness directly to our customers and the general public.’
The event witnessed an encouraging turnout, with community members actively availing themselves of the medical services and guidance provided by the visiting healthcare professionals. (DIPRO)