With the valuable support of Nepal Medical Students Society (NMSS), we successfully organized a comprehensive free health camp on 15 May 2026 at Tarevir Basic School. Even though Tarevir is not far from Kathmandu in terms of distance, health services are not easily accessible for the community.
The program was conducted for both school children and adults of the local community with the aim of promoting preventive healthcare, early disease detection, and overall health awareness. Topics such as the importance of a balanced diet, eyes health and menstrual health practices were addressed. A total of 208 participants benefited from the health camp.
A wide range of services
The event provided a wide range of free health services delivered by qualified health professionals. They included:
• General health check-ups
• Gynecological health check-ups
• Eye screening and eye examinations
• Blood glucose monitoring
• Blood pressure measurement
• Distribution of free medicines
• Individual health counseling and referrals as per need
In addition to clinical services, the camp focused on health promotion and disease prevention through interactive counseling sessions and educational exhibitions.
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Nutritious food choices
In many parts of Nepal, even in more remote areas, highly processed food is often part of the daily diet – mostly with little awareness of the side effects.
Participants received practical information on balanced diets, junk food vs nutritious food, healthy eating habits, and proper nutrition for children, adolescents, women, and older adults. Educational displays helped visitors understand the importance of nutritious food choices for maintaining overall health and preventing diseases.
Healthy eyes
We conducted awareness sessions on healthy eye-care habits, emphasizing the importance of regular eye examinations – a service little accessible especially in more remote areas. Participants learned about the harmful effects of excessive screen time on eye health and received guidance on screen-time management strategies to reduce eye strain and promote healthy vision. They also got aware of the importance of nutritious food for healthy eyes.
Menstrual health practices
Until today, as natural as the women’s cycle is, it still remains a topic “one does not talk about” especially in more remote areas of Nepal.
A special exhibition of menstrual products was organized to increase awareness about menstrual health and hygiene. Counseling was done on menstrual hygiene management, safe use of menstrual products, and the importance of maintaining personal hygiene during menstruation. The sessions encouraged open discussions and helped address common misconceptions related to menstrual health practices.
Community Impact
The health camp created an important opportunity for school children and community members to access essential healthcare services free of cost. Through health screenings, counseling, and educational activities, the program contributed to increased health awareness and encouraged participants to adopt healthier lifestyles.
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Akasha Academy extends its sincere gratitude to NMSS, Tarevir Basic School, healthcare professionals, volunteers, local government and all participants whose support and cooperation made the event a great success. We are committed to conducting similar community-based health initiatives in the future to improve health outcomes and promote well-being among underserved populations.
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