Healthcare Initiatives in Rural Areas Make Significant Contributions to Early Diagnosis
Visiting villages to deliver healthcare services to rural residents, health teams reached nearly 3,000 people in one month and contributed to the early diagnosis of cancer in 6 individuals.
Healthcare teams operating in the city continue their efforts by reaching even the most remote villages to ensure that citizens living in rural areas have easier access to health services.
Comprehensive Health Services Carried Out in Villages
Visiting villages within the scope of a designated program, the teams perform basic health checks while also informing citizens about healthy living.
Checks Performed by Mobile Teams
Providing services particularly for elderly, disabled individuals, and those experiencing difficulty in reaching healthcare facilities, the teams perform blood pressure and blood sugar measurements as well as oral and dental health checks.
Versatile Support with Expert Staff
Including psychologists and social workers, the teams listen to the needs and demands of citizens and direct them to healthcare institutions when necessary.
Cancer Screenings and Early Diagnosis Results
In the studies carried out with the support of Cancer Early Diagnosis, Screening and Education Center teams, citizens were informed about the importance of cancer screenings and early diagnosis.
In the efforts where teams reached approximately 3,000 people within a month, they contributed to the early diagnosis of cancer in 6 individuals.
Dental, Physiotherapy and Psychological Support Activities
Within the scope of the activities, 365 people underwent dental examinations, 100 people were referred to dental polyclinics, and 385 people were examined by physiotherapists.
Additionally, psychologists provided direct service and psychological support to approximately 400 people in the region.
Polyclinic Services Offered with Mobile Vehicles
Dr. Sedat Korul, the Responsible Physician of the Erzincan Healthy Life Center, stated that they offered polyclinic services with mobile vehicles at points established in village headmanships.