In a proactive initiative towards enhancing clubfoot awareness and early identification, Ms. Swapnali Mayekar, the District Program Coordinator (DPC) for Ratnagiri, played a pivotal role at the monthly meeting of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) at Dhartale Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Ratnagiri.
🤝 ASHA Monthly Meeting:
The meeting, held at Dhartale PHC, brought together 48 ASHAs, crucial community health workers, who serve as the backbone of healthcare outreach in their respective regions. Their monthly gatherings serve as a vital platform for education, collaboration, and information dissemination.
👩👧👦 ASHAs and Clubfoot Awareness:
During the meeting, Ms. Swapnali Mayekar took the opportunity to educate ASHAs on the identification and referrals of children born with clubfoot. ASHAs play a pivotal role in the healthcare ecosystem, and their understanding of clubfoot, its signs, and the importance of early intervention is instrumental in ensuring that affected children receive timely care.
🔍 Early Identification Matters:
Clubfoot, if left untreated, can lead to lifelong disability. Early identification is key to initiating the necessary interventions promptly. By equipping ASHAs with the knowledge to identify clubfoot in newborns and refer them to the nearest CURE Clubfoot clinic, CURE India aims to bridge the gap between awareness and action.
🌐 Strengthening Community Outreach:
CURE India's outreach efforts extend beyond clinic walls to engage with and educate the broader community. By empowering ASHAs with the information they need, the organization takes a step closer to its vision of a clubfoot-free India.
🤝 Collaborative Partnerships:
Collaborating with local health workers, like ASHAs, strengthens the overall healthcare infrastructure and promotes a holistic approach to community well-being. CURE India values the collaboration with ASHAs in the shared mission of ensuring every child born with clubfoot gets the care they deserve.
🌐 Learn More:
To delve deeper into CURE India's impactful initiatives and clubfoot awareness campaigns, please visit [www.cure.org.in]. For further information or inquiries, contact CURE India at 8800020500.
#CUREIndia #ClubfootAwareness #ASHAOutreach #EarlyIntervention #CommunityHealth #RunFree2030 🌍
Site by NWD.