Bangladesh Navy has launched a three-day free dental and medical campaign in Pekua upazila of Cox’s Bazar, bringing hands-on care, medicines and health advice directly to people who need it most. The camp, set up at Purba Magnama Government Primary School and managed by the Commander of the Chattogram Naval Area with supervision from the Commander Submarine, offers free dental check-ups and treatments delivered by specialist Navy dental surgeons, as well as general medical services for other illnesses. Local residents lined up to receive care, and organisers handed out essential medicines to patients at no cost. Dental teams not only treat problems but also teach simple steps for better oral hygiene so families can prevent pain and costly care later. The medical team treats common illnesses and also makes an effort to identify and refer more complex cases for follow up when needed. By running clinics in a school compound, the Navy makes it easier for children, elders and working people to attend without long travel, and community members welcomed the chance to ask questions and get quick, friendly help. The campaign uses trained staff, basic diagnostic tools and clear guidance to ensure people get safe care and understand basic health tips. Volunteers and local helpers helped manage lines and explain where to go, which kept the services moving and made the visit smooth for many first time patients. Free medicines cover core needs so people leave with both treatment and the drugs needed to recover. The programme also shows how simple, focused actions can improve public health: short outreach efforts bring services to hard to reach places, raise awareness, catch early problems and reduce the burden on distant hospitals. Naval leaders said they will continue similar welfare activities and local health partners noted that regular, low-cost outreach can build trust and steady improvements in health outcomes. The camp highlights the value of teamwork between uniformed services, local communities and health staff to reach people who often miss out on basic care. For many attendees the event was a rare chance for quick check-ups, timely medicine and simple advice that can prevent future illness. By keeping the approach practical, friendly and local, the campaign points to an affordable way to bring essential health services closer to people across coastal and island areas, and organisers hope to repeat such drives so more communities can benefit. Staff also ran short awareness sessions that explained simple oral care steps like brushing, checking gums, and when to seek a dentist. These sessions stressed how basic habits can save money and time by avoiding bigger problems. Many attendees said the clinic helped them plan follow-up care and feel more confident managing their health at home.
