Peren, July 26 (MExN): Peren district observed Population Stabilization Fortnight from July 11 to 24, where Family Planning services were provided – 24 laparoscopic ligations and 47 IUCD INSERT IGNOREions.
A release from District Media Officer, CMO office, Peren informed that over the fortnight, Family Planning camp was held at District Hospital Peren, CHC Jalukie, Athibung PHC, Tening PHC, Azailong PHC, Ntuma PHC, Mbaulwa PHC, Dungki PHC, Heningkunglwa PHC, Poilwa PHC, Bongkolong SC, Mhainamtsi SC, Samzuiram SC and Gaili SC.
Publicity was made through mikes and announcements were made through the church platform in the district headquarters as well as in the blocks. Banners were also placed block wise to create awareness. Meanwhile, ASHA Co-ordinators conducted Focus Group Discussion (FGD) in 38 villages on the topic Family Planning. Monitoring and supervision was also carried out by. Dr. Denis Hangsing, CMO and Dr. Khrielasanuo, District Program Officer, DPO UIP/RCH in the health units.
Counselling was carried out by the Medical Officers and Nurses in their respective health units, while ASHAs conducted inter personnel communication in all the villages for intensive awareness at the grassroots level. During the camps, condoms, oral pills and emergency pills were also distributed.
