Basma Health Center Report – Beyaz Eller
Beyaz Eller Association inaugurated the project on 01/06/2023 in the northern countryside of Aleppo, specifically in the residential village of Basma, which was also constructed by the association earlier and accommodates more than 300 families.
The Beyaz Eller Association established the health center to provide healthcare to the residents of Basma village and the local communities, as well as to the displaced individuals in northern Syria.
Location of the Health Center
The center is strategically situated to serve Basma residential village and a group of camps and surrounding areas (Basma residential village and the surrounding camps - Shikh al-Deir area - Ghazawiyah area – Al Eskan area - Baswfan area - Bashkoy area). The population in these areas is between 40,000 to 50,000 people.
The Clinics in Basma Health Center
The health center offers comprehensive services that include women's clinics, internal medicine clinics, emergency services, and a pediatric clinic. Since the opening of the center, more than 7300 patients have benefited from its diverse healthcare services. The details are as follows:
Month | Women's Clinic | Internal Clinic | Children Clinic | Emergency Clinic |
June | 99 | 49 | 111 | 150 |
July | 218 | 88 | 144 | 493 |
August | 134 | 88 | 96 | 522 |
September | 207 | 85 | 104 | 465 |
October | 330 | 172 | 239 | 717 |
November | 329 | 183 | 276 | 680 |
December | 329 | 147 | 246 | 688 |
As part of its ongoing efforts, the health center provides various services such as heart monitoring, echocardiography, and blood sugar analysis, in addition to emergency interventions, pregnancy tests, and natural childbirth.
Operating Hours of the Health Center
The center operates diligently to ensure the regular provision of these services. The women's clinic operates four days a week, the general clinic operates three days a week, and emergency services are available throughout the week.
This humanitarian initiative reflects the commitment of the White Hands Association to providing medical care to those in need in affected areas. It plays a vital role in improving the health conditions of both the local population and displaced individuals.
The numbers indicate the remarkable success of the project so far, with thousands benefiting from the essential medical services provided by the health center. Numerous success stories have been achieved, showcasing the positive impact of this initiative.
Success Story
The health center attended to the patient Ghofran Sheikh Ahmed, 25 years old, who was 39 weeks pregnant with a positive listening placenta and a torn amniotic sac.
After a clinical examination, it was found that the cervix was fully dilated, and the baby was in a breech position. The patient had a history of three previous cesarean surgeries. Due to the unavailability of an ambulance and the urgency of the situation, the decision was made to proceed with a natural childbirth at the center.
The patient successfully delivered her baby at the center following standard procedures, including the delivery of the placenta, administering medications, and providing postnatal care. No complications were observed, and both the baby and the mother were in excellent health.
The newborn, with a weight of 4 kg and a perfect Apgar score of 10 out of 10, was monitored by the center's medical team. Both the baby and the mother were discharged in very good health and returned home.
The patient continued to receive follow-up care at the center by the women's health team. Additionally, the center provided educational sessions on the benefits of breastfeeding, along with the necessary vitamins and medications for the mother.