Free medical checks for 300 at camp

A FREE medical camp for more than 300 workers will be held at the Gulf City Cleaning Company’s labour accommodation in Salmabad tomorrow

The event, which begins at 7pm, has been organised by the Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF).

Senior medical consultants will conduct examinations for workers and an ICRF-sponsored buffet dinner will be served to participants.

Employees will also be given health awareness and safety tips and Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) guidelines.

The ICRF, functioning under the aegis of the Indian Embassy, has been holding regular medical camps for many years.

It has already conducted 68 free medical camps, benefitting more than 15,700 workers.

ICRF also provides financial assistance to critically ill people for travel to India for further treatment.

A 24-hour helpline (17713509) is available for emergencies.

For more information call Indian Community Services (ICS) general-secretary John Philip on 39224482.