On 26th March 2026, a health screening camp was organized for the community in collaboration with PHC, Hirebettu. The programme was conducted by the II Year MSc Nursing students and faculty of the Department of Community Health Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing, under the guidance of Dr. Malathi G. Nayak, Head of Department and Professor. The programme was held from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM at 80-Badaghabettu Panchayat, with the objective of promoting early detection of health problems, providing basic health screening services, and creating awareness regarding the importance of regular health check-ups and healthy lifestyle practices. Aligning with the global agenda, the initiative directly supports Sustainable Development Goals 3 (SDG 3): Good Health and Well-being, and Sustainable Development Goal 17 (SDG 17): Partnership for the Goals, recognizing that good health and collaborative partnerships are essential for sustainable community development.
A total of 41 individuals participated in the programme, of whom 12 were females and 29 were males. The programme included general health assessments, blood pressure screening, blood sugar testing, BMI calculation, and eye screening services. Of the 41 participants screened, 10 had elevated blood sugar levels above 140 mg/dL. During blood pressure screening, 16 individuals were identified as having high blood pressure. In addition, Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated for all participants, revealing that nine were overweight and two were underweight. These identified cases were referred to PHC Hirebettu for further evaluation, treatment, and follow-up.
As part of the programme, eye screening services were also conducted with support from government health services, adding value to the overall health camp by enabling early identification of visual problems and promoting awareness regarding eye health. This collaborative effort ensured that the participants received a more comprehensive health assessment.
The programme also included health education and awareness activities, wherein participants were informed about the importance of regular screening, early diagnosis, prevention of lifestyle diseases, healthy dietary habits, physical activity, and timely follow-up care. The awareness component of the camp played a vital role in sensitizing the community to the prevention and management of common health problems, especially hypertension, diabetes, nutritional imbalance, and visual health issues.
The programme was successfully conducted, with active community participation and effective collaboration between Manipal College of Nursing and PHC, Hirebettu. It served as a valuable initiative in promoting community health, identifying individuals at risk, and strengthening the linkage between the educational institution and the public health system. Overall, the Health Screening Camp was informative, beneficial, and successful in addressing the preventive and promotive health needs of the community.
