Why Mobile Medical Clinic?
There are many villages around Tiruvannamalai where villagers have no access or only limited access to even basic medical care. A lack of transportation and time off work are often significant barriers to travelling for medical care. Without medical care, many suffer from acute issues such as wound care and infections and chronic problems such as diabetes and hypertension. Without access to medical care, minor issues can develop into bigger issues with implications not only for individuals but also for entire families.
Goal
Provide basic health care and health education to the people living in remote villages around Tiruvannamalai.
Impact
The Mobile Medical Clinic has not only reduced suffering and disease but also provided a sense of security to entire villages and kept parents healthy and able to provide for their children. Regenboog also provides health education to village residents, offering a sustainable solution to many of their health issues. Moreover, our staff members are available 24/7 to answer any health questions by phone.
Today, the Mobile Medical Clinic treats over 35,000 patients annually, and its annual operating cost is less than $35,234. A $20 donation provides medical care for 17 villagers.
Where?
Currently, the mobile medical clinic serves Tiruvannamalai, Chengam, Kilpennathur and Jamnamarathur Taluks (Taluk is a region of villages).
How?
A team consisting of a doctor, two nurses, a pharmacist, a driver cum social worker, and an assistant, travels to villages in the Mobile Medical Clinic. The modern clinic has separate rooms for nursing care, doctor consultation, and a pharmacy. It is fully air-conditioned and has water tanks, an oxygen cylinder, a refrigerator, and storage for medicines.
Three days a week, the mobile medical clinic visits the remote villages around Tiruvannamalai and the Chengam area. The team visits the Jawadhu Hills region every Friday. The Jawadhu Hills region is a remote area with limited access to healthcare, education, and other basic infrastructure.
Renovation of the Paediatric Ward of Government Hospitals
Regenboog has assumed responsibility for renovating the district government hospital's pediatric ward to provide a happier, healthier environment for children. Lovely cartoons were painted on the walls, and informational charts were displayed. A water dispenser Regenboog is excited to undertake the renovation of the district government hospital's pediatric ward, making it a brighter, healthier space for children. We proudly painted cheerful cartoons on the walls and set up helpful informational charts. A water dispenser has been added to keep everyone refreshed. We also organised a donation drive to collect and share fun board games and soft toys, and created a cosy space for the kids to enjoy. It's heartwarming to see how these efforts are bringing joy and comfort to the children! A small library has been installed. We conducted a donation drive and distributed the collected board games, soft toys, and a small library, which we also created on-site for the children.
