CHERAS: A FREE medical camp by Rotary Clubs at Pangsapuri Suakasih in Cheras, Selangor, brought much-needed healthcare services and awareness to underprivileged urban families.
It was held in collaboration with the Health Ministry, National Cancer Society Malaysia and Balakong assemblyman service centre, among others.
At the event held yesterday (June 21), residents could sign up for health screening and consultations which included blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, hepatitis B and C, eye checks and breast exams, among others.
To boost community emergency preparedness, Rotary Clubs also donated an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
There was also a demonstration for residents to learn how to use AED and perform basic life-saving techniques such as CPR.
Guest of honour Bangi MP Syahredzan Johan expressed his appreciation for grassroots healthcare and preventive initiatives.
There was also a colouring contest to help raise awareness among children on dengue prevention and raising awareness on symptoms.
Also present were Pangsapuri Suakasih joint management body secretary chairman M Khair Johari Ismail, secretary Hamidah Abdul Rahman and treasurer Mohamed Noorzaman Ismail.
Other guests were Hulu Langat health district officer Dr Norsafinaz Mohamed and Rotary past district governor Teoh Kwan See.
