Due to the urgent need for dental care in remote areas, a student-led initiative of CDC – Community Dental Care at Misr International University is working to provide dental care to patients suffering from lack of care in these communities.
In addition to surgery, this philanthropic student initiative offers a variety of services including teeth and gum cleaning, pediatric dental care, fillings and root canals. These services are performed by graduate volunteer dentists who use the tools and materials at their disposal to provide care.
Since the initiative’s inception in 2015, the CDC has deployed about 22 medical convoys, the latest of which was in Shibin al-Qanatar, where it was able to treat 402 patients. This success reflects CDC’s commitment to providing medical and dental care to those in need.
In addition to clinical groups, CDC participates in other activities within the university and local community. This includes not only distributing Ramadan blankets and bags, visiting orphanages and the elderly, but also raising awareness about the importance of oral health and protecting teeth.
It should be noted that CDC’s work is a great example of student volunteerism and initiatives that can make a real difference in people’s daily lives. Programs like these are important for improving public health across the country.
Initiatives like CDC – Community Dental Care are of great importance in supporting communities, especially communities that suffer from lack of health services. These efforts contribute to the provision of health care to individuals who may not be able to access these services due to geographic, economic or social barriers.
In practice, such initiatives provide basic medical services that contribute to improving the general health and daily life of individuals. In this context, an initiative like the CDC’s can contribute to reducing the prevalence of oral and dental health-related diseases, thereby reducing the burden on the community’s healthcare system.
On the other hand, these initiatives play a very important role in promoting health awareness among individuals in the society. By providing awareness and education about the importance of dental health and how to maintain it, these efforts help individuals make better health choices.
Last, but certainly not least, initiatives like the CDC provide opportunities for students and alumni to serve the community and improve their clinical and social skills. Provides a platform for learning and professional development while contributing to positive change in society.
Thus, student philanthropic initiatives such as CDC play an important role in promoting public health and community development. They contribute to creating a healthy and cooperative society where everyone works together to improve the lives of all.
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