CHILD HEALTH PROJECT

PSRD undertook a project in Burki, a village outside Lahore, to provide medical, surgical and rehabilitation services to children coming from the lower economic sector.   238 children benefitted under this project, from January – December 2013.  They were treated entirely free of cost. Treatments included medical consultation, surgeries, physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy and medicines as required.  Transportation to and from PSRD was also provided.  The project revealed that majority of the children suffered from nutritional deficiencies resulting in stunted growth, low IQ and general weakness.  More than 20% of them were suffering from Cerebral Palsy.  An additional 15% suffered from musculoskeletal problems.  Widespread intermarriage was prevalent among the families and there was a lack of awareness about management of health issues.  The PSRD health initiative was greatly appreciated by the local community who have very limited access to proper medical facilities.  For many of the children it was the first time they were seeing a qualified doctor.

The project was funded by a private donor.