PPAO Medical Outreach Team (Phuket Care) in Sri Suntron Subdistrict
President Advisor Boonserm Suwannarathphoom together with Council Member Sithichok Dechapiban, on February 23 led a medical outreach team “Phuket Care” in visiting the homes of patients suffering from disability and chronic illness in Sri Suntorn subdistrict in Thalang. Joining them were Dr Harinat Hattayapirom as well a team of health officers, nurses and therapists from PPAO Hospital, officials from PPAO Health Division, staff from Vachira Phuket Hospital, and local health volunteers from Sri Suntorn subdistrict. During this visit, PPAO donated gift packs containing items of hygiene (sanitary towels, soap, towels) to six patients.
Phuket Care medical outreach program was established by PPAO who work regularly in collaboration with local health volunteers, with the aim of supporting housebound patients suffering from chronic illnesses or disability. The secondary aim is to encourage volunteers to play a bigger role in looking after patients in their own community so that the patients and families can lead a reasonably normal life and are able to look after themselves. This strong support system is invaluable and gives strength to patients and the disabled. The program also aims to develop a sense of public service and compassion among members of the community. If you know someone who needs such support, please contact the Public Health Division of PPAO at 076 354 819, 076 354 820.