On the World Heart Day on Thursday, a free health check-up camp was organised here by the Vikash Multi Speciality Hospital, Bargarh, in association with the Jharsuguda Brahmin Samaj. It was inaugurated by Health Minister and Jharsuguda MLA Naba Kisore Das.
Das said the much-anticipated inauguration of Jharsuguda Heart Hospital would happen soon; and by March 2023, the first heart operation would be conducted at the hospital. In addition, the development of a world-class cancer hospital is taking place at a rapid pace. Moreover, the administration is working towards establishing a medical college in the district in coming months.
Das said the heart hospital in Jharsuguda would also benefit patients in as many as nine neighbouring districts.
Senior cardiologist Prabhat Kumar Mahapatra illustrated some of the prime causes and symptoms of heart-related ailments and urged the residents to become aware of these to take preventive actions. President of IMA, Jharsuguda Branch, Prabhat Kumar Jain, said cardiovascular diseases claim about 1.8 crore lives yearly and treatment for these ailments is beyond the reach of middle and lower-class citizens. However, owing to the Health Minister's initiatives, all local residents would find world-class care for heart-related diseases in the district.
Mentor of Jharsuguda Brahmin Samaj Balgobind Mishra said, "The Brahmin Samaj would be at the forefront of charitable endeavours to serve all of the community.