Bhopal, March 9 – Under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA), a district hospital in Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, conducted health check-ups and counselling sessions for 40 pregnant women at its OPD.
The program provided guidance to pregnant women on maternal and newborn health, nutrition, and timely check-ups.
At least four high-risk cases were also identified and subsequently received appropriate medical advice and prescribed medications for special care.
Helpline numbers were also shared for support.
The PMSMA, a dedicated service for pregnant women, was initiated by the Central government with the objective of providing fixed-day, free-of-cost, guaranteed, comprehensive, and quality antenatal care to all pregnant women in their second/third trimester of pregnancy at designated public health facilities by government obstetricians or medical officers, on the 9th of every month.
In the Burhanpur district, the health camps were organized under the aegis of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and the Civil Surgeon.
A total of 40 pregnant women underwent prenatal physical and mental health check-ups.
District Officer Seema David told IANS, "Today marks the observance of the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan. This campaign is conducted every month on the 9th and 25th at district, community, and primary healthcare levels. It focuses on specialized health check-ups for pregnant women..."
During the check-up, four pregnant women were identified as being in a high-risk pregnancy, and their families and health workers were advised to take special precautions and maintain regular monitoring.
They were also provided with information on the importance of physical and mental health during pregnancy, timely check-ups, nutrition, and care for the mother and newborn during and after delivery.
A couple of beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to the Narendra Modi-led Union government for the support, which they believe has led to a decline in infant mortality rates and promoted the concept of safe and secure pregnancy.
A family of a beneficiary said, "We bring pregnant women here for ANC check-ups. If anemia is detected during these check-ups, measures are taken so that the next time we visit."
A couple of helpline numbers were also issued by the authorities, including toll-free numbers 080-47093146/47, Suman Helpline 9098640869, Suman Sakhi WhatsApp 9770905942, and Tele-Manas Helpline 14416.
