KARACHI, May 28: More than 200 patients were provided free consultation and medications at a mental health camp at Ibrahim Hydri, organised by the Pakistan Association for Mental Health, Pakistan Fisher Folk Forum with the assistance of a pharma company here on Sunday.

The patients coming from Ibrahim Hyderi and adjoining areas attended the camp were advised to attend the mental health clinic of the Pakistan Association for Mental Health 90-Depot Lines behind Prince Cinema for further follow up and advice.

An interactive session was also held between the psychiatrists and teachers for the recognition of mental health issues.

Leading psychiatrist Prof S. Haroon Ahmed, Dr Sirajuddin, Dr Uzma Ambreen, Dr S Ali Wasif, Dr Rubeena Kidwai, Dr Nazila Bano, Dr Rossha Nawaz and Dr Junaid Ahmed Shaikh attended the camp.

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