Our Work

The Nalam Model

A comprehensive approach to diabetes prevention through free testing, targeted education, and community-driven follow-up.

Process

How It Works

From community outreach to lasting health outcomes, here's the journey of every individual we serve.

1

Community Outreach

We coordinate with Village Panchayats, local clubs, and community leaders to identify high-need areas and schedule clinic events. WhatsApp and social media campaigns spread the word in Tamil and English.

2

Free A1C Testing

At each clinic, individuals receive a free A1C blood test through our vetted local laboratory partner. The A1C test measures average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months — the gold standard for diabetes screening.

3

Personalized Health Guidance

Each participant receives immediate, bilingual guidance based on their results. This includes practical advice on local foods to eat and avoid, exercise routines suited to their lifestyle, and understanding their risk level.

4

Data-Driven Follow-up

High-risk individuals are enrolled in our WhatsApp-based follow-up system. They receive automated reminders for 3 or 6-month re-testing depending on their risk level, plus ongoing health tips and preventive care information.

5

Trend Analysis & Reporting

Anonymized data from all clinics is collected and analyzed to identify regional trends. Reports are shared with local health authorities to help them understand the diabetes landscape in Coimbatore villages.

A1C blood testing at a Nalam clinic

Programs

Our Core Programs

Free A1C Testing Clinics

25+ events per year

Our flagship program partners with vetted local Coimbatore laboratories to provide gold-standard A1C blood sugar testing at no cost to participants. We negotiate bulk testing rates to maximize the impact of every dollar raised.

  • Gold-standard A1C blood testing
  • Vetted local laboratory partnership
  • Completely free for all participants

Bilingual Health Education

Tamil & English

We design and distribute educational materials that translate complex medical advice into practical, local lifestyle changes. Every resource is available in both Tamil and English to reach the widest possible audience.

  • Nutrition guidance with local food recommendations
  • Exercise routines adapted to community lifestyles
  • Printed pamphlets and digital resources

WhatsApp Follow-up System

Automated reminders

Our technology-driven follow-up system uses WhatsApp — the most widely used messaging platform in India — to keep high-risk individuals engaged with their health journey.

  • 3 or 6-month re-test reminders based on risk
  • Ongoing preventive health tips
  • Trend monitoring for early intervention

Local Governance Partnership

Village-level coordination

We work directly with Village Panchayats, local clubs, and community leaders to organize clinics where they're needed most. This ground-up approach ensures trust and high participation rates.

  • Direct coordination with Village Panchayats
  • Focus on high-need rural areas
  • Data shared with local health authorities

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Every clinic we run, every test we provide, and every life we touch is made possible by supporters like you.

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