Sabarkantha, March 4
Approximately 4,89,722 schoolchildren underwent health screening over the past year under the government's Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district.
Twenty-nine medical teams visited various educational institutions, including primary and secondary schools, as well as Anganwadi centres, to ensure early detection and treatment of diseases among children, officials shared on Tuesday.
During these screenings, 183 children were diagnosed with heart disease, out of which 50 underwent surgery free of cost under government schemes, while the remaining are receiving treatment based on specialist recommendations.
Additionally, 48 children with kidney diseases, 34 with cancer, and 15 with congenital spinal disorders were identified and referred to designated hospitals for further medical attention.
Among the identified cases, 39 children were found with cleft lip and palate defects. So far, 11 have successfully undergone corrective surgery, while the rest will receive treatment at an appropriate age. Furthermore, 40 children with clubfoot were diagnosed, with 37 already receiving successful treatment through plastering and surgery, allowing them to live normal lives.
The remaining three children are still undergoing medical care.