Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, November 10:- The RBSK (Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram) team of Primary Health Centre Boothgarh has successfully facilitated surgery for a child suffering from a congenital heart defect. Senior Medical Officer Dr. Alakjot Kaur said that three-year-old Navdeep Singh, a resident of Kurali, had a congenital heart defect. The health team visited the child's home, examined him and prepared all the necessary treatment documents. He was then referred to District Hospital Mohali for further examination.
Dr. Alakjot Kaur said that after conducting the necessary medical tests, the child was referred to PGI for surgery. She informed that the child successfully underwent surgery a few days ago and is now completely healthy. She further stated that the entire treatment was provided free of cost, saving the family a considerable amount of money. The team of doctors included Dr. Vikas Sahdev, Dr. Rohini and other staff members.
The SMO explained that under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK), children are provided completely free treatment for several diseases. Families do not have to pay any money for the treatment, as the hospital itself prepares the necessary documents for financial assistance.
Congratulating the RBSK team, she said that their efforts had made the child's free surgery possible and saved the family considerable expenses. She also appealed to the public to take maximum advantage of various health schemes and programmes being run by the Central and Punjab Governments. For any necessary information, people can contact the Health Department helpline number 104.
