Moul Mouj Foundation, GK Labs organise Free Health Camp for Elderly
Srinagar, Nov 17: Moul Mouj Foundation (MMF), in collaboration with GK Labs, organised a Free Memorial Health Camp for senior citizens at the Moul Mouj Health Centre, Karan Nagar here.
The camp witnessed an encouraging participation of elderly patients who benefitted from free medical consultations, medicines, laboratory investigations, ECG, X-ray, spirometry, and spot urine examinations provided on the spot. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Zubair Saleem, Senior Geriatric Consultant, said the camp was not only aimed at providing routine geriatric consultations and investigations but also focused on winter wellness and preventive awareness for older adults.
He noted that a significant number of attendees were suffering from knee, leg, back, and shoulder pains, which are commonly aggravated during winter.
“Keeping warm and well-hydrated is extremely important for seniors,” Dr. Zubair emphasised. “Elderly individuals should wear adequate warm clothing, avoid unnecessary painkillers, and follow safe, simple home-based care practices.”
Key Winter Wellness Tips shared during the camp included: Stay warm with layered clothing and avoid exposure to cold; Drink warm water frequently to maintain hydration; Do mild stretching exercises and walk inside the home to keep joints flexible; Take prescribed medicines on time without skipping doses; Do not ignore warning signs such as chest discomfort, dizziness, breathlessness, sudden weakness, or swelling in feet; Maintain a balanced diet and avoid self-medication.
Participants expressed satisfaction with the comprehensive medical guidance, diagnostic services and treatment provided at the camp.
As part of MMF’s routine social intervention, four financially marginalised senior citizens, identified as dependent on others for their healthcare needs, were enrolled under the Moul Mouj Lifetime Privilege Card. This card entitles them to lifelong free medicines, consultations, and investigations, reaffirming MMF’s and GK Lab’s commitment to supporting vulnerable elderly citizens.
