Impact of RBSK and District Early Intervention Centre (DEIC) for Identification and Treatment of 4Ds (Defects at Birth, Diseases, Deficiency, Developmental Delays including Disabilities) among 0–18 Year Children in Koraput District of Odisha

This Master of Public Health (MPH) dissertation evaluated the impact of Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) and the District Early Intervention Centre (DEIC) on the identification and treatment of 4Ds : Defects at Birth, Diseases, Deficiencies, and Developmental Delays including Disabilities among children aged 0–18 years in Koraput District, Odisha. The study assessed screening coverage, referral pathways, service utilization and treatment outcomes to identify opportunities for strengthening child health services under RBSK.