As we usually do at the beginning of every school year, a blood check-up camp was set up in Yashodhara Shelter Home to see if any children were suffering from anemia. When any cases are found, the doctor prescribes special nutrition and medication to counteract their iron deficiency. Towards the end of the year, the tests are repeated to see the impact of the nutrition provided and check whether the child has improved or not.
The camp was conducted by a lab technician from a government hospital. All of the 178 children at Yashodhara were tested for hemoglobin count and their blood group. Most of the children had their HB count up to 10, which is very good sign, while only one girl’s was below 9.
We believe it is essential to look after the physical health of children so that their mental, emotional and social development can also blossom.
