MOTHER TERESSAIn Medical Sector Mother Teresa Foundation is working in the area of public health, within which there are some mainly focused areas include Tuberculosis, polio, Immunization, Nutrition, Opthalmic(Eyes) problems as well as maternal Newborn and child health. MTF assists chronic deseased patient to get aid from State Govt/Central Govt. for their treatment and followup their health recovery .
Congenital heart disorders if identified on time reduces physical and mental suffering for the victims and their families. We identify and provide complete diagnostic support to children aged 1 to 18 years suffering from a cardiac disorder in our rural communities. Those in need of surgeries are linked to our partner hospitals for end-to-end treatment free of cost.
We have three mobile vans which are fully equipped for diagnostic screening of eye defects by ophthalmologists. We conduct screening, identification and advise on necessary treatments for eye diseases in these vans. Those identified with refractive errors are given spectacles free of cost whereas those diagnosed with cataract are accompanied to our partner hospitals Laxmi Charitable Trust and HV Desai Eye Hospital for free surgery.
Our goal is to ensure an anemia-free geography for which we do preliminary pricking and screening of hemoglobin levels among students. We then link with the Government mechanism to administer right doses to these children and conduct various awareness building programs for students, teachers, and parents so they adapt and influence others in the community on the causes and repercussions of iron deficiency.
We look after cases of low vision among children with special needs and provide for their cost-free treatment. Our field support not only identifies and accompanies them for treatments but also conduct regular follow-ups to overcome any inconsistency as advised in treatment.