Patna: More than 13 lakh cases of hypertension, diabetes, cardiac abnormalities and cancer were detected during a non-communicable disease (NCD) screening drive in the state in a month.The campaign, which started from Sept 2 and continued till Sept 30, screened 1.74 crore people above 30 years to facilitate early detection and timely treatment of lifestyle-related diseases. According to health department data shared on Friday, 7,05,214 people were found to have hypertension, while 6,01,319 were diagnosed with diabetes. ECG screening of 1,14,373 people detected 24,334 Non-STEMI (abnormal) and 995 STEMI cases, which are severe and life threatening.The campaign also detected 308 oral cancer cases, while breast cancer was confirmed in 42 women after further investigation and biopsy.Among those diagnosed with hypertension, 5,84,697 are receiving free medicines, while 1,20,517 have been counselled on lifestyle changes. Similarly, 4,94,713 diabetic patients are being provided free medicines and 1,06,606 have been given lifestyle counselling.The screening drive also covered other NCDs. Of the 80,31,104 people screened for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), 11,165 cases were identified. Similarly, 78,75,415 people were screened for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), out of which 10,935 cases were detected.Among women, 42,30,913 were screened for breast cancer. While 53 women showed suspicious symptoms, subsequent investigations confirmed cancer in 42 cases. Cervical cancer screening covered 30,51,110 women, with 45 women showing suspicious symptoms and being linked to further medical evaluation.Health minister Nishant said the govt’s aim was to reach every household and ensure that no eligible person was left out of screening. He appreciated the efforts of health officials, ASHA workers and ANMs and directed them to continue the campaign with the same momentum.The ‘Jaanch evam Upchar–Chikitsa Aapke Dwar’ campaign will continue till Nov 30 through door-to-door screening, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs and govt health facilities. The department has urged all people above 30 years to undergo regular NCD screening for early detection and treatment.
