CAD Foundation President Dr. Padmanabha Kamath presents an ECG machine donated by Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd., to a PHC representative in Mangaluru on December 18, 2024.
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Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), in collaboration with Cardiology at Doorsteps (CAD) Foundation Trust, distributed 64 ECG machines to Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Namma Clinics across Dakshina Kannada district on Wednesday (December 18, 2024) here.
Distribution of ECG machines to PHCs was an initiative to enhance primary healthcare services in the district, said a release. The project, with an estimated cost of ₹18.8 lakh, aims to improve access to essential diagnostic tools and strengthen the healthcare infrastructure in rural and urban areas.
Zilla Panchayat CEO K. Anandh, CAD Foundation Trust President Padmanabha Kamath, District Health Officer H.R. Thimmaiah, MRPL Chief General Manager Manoj Kumar and others were present.
Mr. Manoj Kumar said MRPL was committed to enhancing community welfare. He said, “Healthcare is a fundamental right and we are proud to contribute towards improving diagnostic capabilities at the grassroot level. We hope this initiative will empower healthcare workers and ensure timely medical interventions.”
Dr. Kamath echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the importance of ECG machines in early detection and management of cardiac conditions, particularly in rural settings.
The release said the initiative underscores MRPL’s dedication to corporate social responsibility and its ongoing efforts to address critical healthcare needs in the region. By equipping PHCs and Namma Clinics with ECG machines, MRPL and CAD Foundation Trust aim to bridge the gap in healthcare delivery and create a lasting impact on community well-being.
Published – December 22, 2024 01:09 pm IST