Medical camp held in Zunheboto under ‘Bridge to Health’ initiative

DIMAPUR — A two-day medical camp for men and women above the age of 50 was organised under the initiative “Bridge to Health” in three villages of Zunheboto.

The camp, held on August 8 in Vekuho village and Akuhaito town and on August 9 in Yemishe village, was conducted under the banner "Beauty with a Purpose" by Miss Sumi 2024 and Miss Nagaland 1st Runner-Up 2024, Nikali K Shohe, in collaboration with the Beauty and Aesthetic Society of Nagaland and the Sumi Totomi Hoho.

According to an update, each session began with a prayer, followed by an address from Nikali, who shared that her advocacy in pageantry has always been rooted in serving her community through healthcare awareness and support.

On August 8, the camp was led by Dr. Gihuka V Chishi, medical officer of Atoizu, and his team, along with Dr. Hitoli K. Zhimo, optometrist. On August 9, the programme continued under Dr. Tokaito N Aye, medical officer of Kilomi, assisted again by Dr. Hitoli K Zhimo.

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The camps provided free medical services, including eye check-ups, blood pressure monitoring, blood tests, sugar level testing, and consultations for various illnesses. More than 150 elderly individuals received care over the two days.

The programme was attended by Dr. Samuel Akho Konyak P, extra assistant commissioner of Atoizu, who commended the organisers for their service to the community.

Nikali noted that this medical camp marked the first phase of the “Bridge to Health” initiative, and similar programmes will soon be conducted in other villages to continue extending healthcare access to rural communities.