Health camp, flash mob mark World Health Day
The Hindu
A health camp and a flash mob was organised to create awareness on non communicable diseases (NCD) among the public to mark the World Health Day on April 7
A health camp and a flash mob was organised to create awareness on non communicable diseases (NCD) among the public to mark the World Health Day on April 7.
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) - Junior Doctors Network, Medical Students Network Tamil Nadu State Chapter in association with the Greater Chennai Corporation and the Greater Chennai Police organised the NCD screening camp and flash mob at Besant Nagar on Friday. Screening for blood pressure, blood sugar and obesity was conducted for the public.
Senthamil Pari, State president of IMA, Tamil Nadu State Branch, explained the risk factors of NCDs to the public. Abul Hasan, president- elect of IMA, TNSB, expressed concern on the increased morbidity due to diabetes, obesity. Early screening, detection, prevention and management of NCDs such as hypertension, diabetes and leading a healthy lifestyle by avoiding foods that are high in salt, sugar and fats would help in reducing NCD fatality rates in India, the release said.
The event ended with a candle light march by doctors and students creating awareness on the theme “Health for all”.
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