THE Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute (MOI) is set to conduct a free screening camp and treatment for children with injuries and birth defects during commemoration of the International Workers' Day this Wednesday.

Dr Anthony Assey, director of orthopaedic surgery at MOI, said this in Dar es Salaam at the weekend, adding that the cost will be paid by the MOI and urged parents or guardians of children with bone and joint problems to take them to the institute for examination.

 “The exercise is expected to serve more than 200 children,” he said.

 Dr. Bryson Mcharo, orthopaedic surgery manager at children's department said the decision aimed at promoting services to the community and added that children with ankle problems, untreated injuries and those with hip problems should be taken to the hospital for examination and treatment.

 Dr Emanuel Lema, MOI general surgeon, said that the problems of disability in children can be avoided if women get good nutrition, including folic acid intake for three months after conceiving to avoid giving birth to children with foot and ankle problems and spinal bifida.