ArticleIndian journal of community medicine : official publication of Indian Association of Preventive & Social Medicine
Mixed-Method Analysis of Community Health Camps: A Novel Approach Beckoning.
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- Screening of non-communicable diseases through health camps: A sustainable way to intercept the modern epidemic.Journal of education and health promotion · 2026Article
- Assessing the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges of health camps conducted in rural areas of Dehradun, Uttarakhand: A mixed-method study.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2025Article
- Mixed method analysis of mobile screening clinic for cancer in a tribal community of Maharashtra.Journal of education and health promotion · 2025Article
- Preparedness of diabetic patients for receiving telemedical health care: A cross-sectional study.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2024Article
- Integrated people-centered eye care: A scoping review on engaging communities in eye care in low- and middle-income settings.PloS one · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundIn India, 60% of the population lack basic medical facilities, so health camps which provide short-term medical interventions for target communities may be beneficial. This study epidemiologically analyzes a health camp event in a rural area of Maharashtra to provide practical insights for organizing, planning, and implementation of health camps.
objectives1. Assess the sociodemographic profile and spectrum of morbidity of camp beneficiaries. 2. Assess expectations and satisfaction perceived by community and organizers from health camps. 3. Gain practical insights from the camp event to advocate participation-friendly policies in the community. MATERIALS AND
methodsThis is a cross-sectional mixed design study. Using qualitative method, a total of four focus group discussions (FGDs) were held with beneficiaries attending the camp and three in-depth interviews (IDIs) were held with camp organizers. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to interview 358 beneficiaries to be studied quantitatively.
resultsThe camp comprised 52.7% of males and 36.7% of females as beneficiaries. Observed were cases of acute disease (41.6% [
conclusionThe beneficiaries appreciated the event and expressed the requirement of organizing such camps in future again. The camp was need based as revealed by the organizers and beneficiaries. Few strategies in future can result in more participation-friendly health camps.
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