2nd Round National Deworming Day was observed at GMS Model Village, 5th Mile Dimapur on August 10. The programme was organized under Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) Dimapur. Dr. Kadila, Medical Officer In-charge, RBSK sensitised the school children on the benefits of de-worming twice a year. She informed them on the harmful effects of STHs as well. After a brief awareness talk, the School Health Team Dimapur also conducted diseases screening and medical checkups of the children. Mop-up round to cover missed out children will be held on August 17. (Photo Courtesy: DPMU Dimapur)
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National Deworming Day 2023 launching programme was observed at Holy Cross School, Yongnyah village under Longleng district through the initiative of CHC Yongnyah under CMO Longleng on August 10. Dr Banglau Phom, Medical Officer, CHC Yongnyah highlighted the significance of the programme and the ill effects of intestinal worm infestations causing malnutrition and anemia which severely affect the physical and mental health of the growing children. He also gave an awareness talk on hygienic practices to reduce the spread of diseases and also demonstrated the step of hand washing to the students. Albendazole tablet was administered orally to each student present and a few tablets were handed to the school headmaster for Mop Up Day. The medical team was accompanied by one ANM, 2 ASHAs along with the medical officer. (DIPR Photo)
The second round of National Deworming Day was launched at GPS, Chukitong in Wokha district on August 10. Dr Lirenthung Khuvung, Medical Officer Wokha mentioned that worm infection in children can lead to anaemia, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Worm infection can be controlled by maintaining personal hygiene and keeping our surrounding clean, he informed and emphasised on proper hand washing methods, washing fruits and vegetables before consumption and discouraging the practice of open defecation. He informed that health workers and anganwadi workers will be distributing deworming tablets at various health units, schools and anganwadi centres across the district. The RBSK team Wokha also conducted medical screening and administered tetanus injection to students of GPS Chukiotng. (Photo Courtesy: CMO Wokha)
The District Handloom Expo named ‘TabaBana’ was inaugurated at the public ground of Mopungchuket village, Mokokchung on August 10. The inaugural was graced by EAC Kobulong, Seyie Pfukri, NCS, along with Functional Manager, Mokokchung, Industries and Commerce, I Nochet. This five-day expo is organised by the Department of Industries and Commerce, with funding from the Development Commissioner of Handloom, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. (DIPR Photo)
Yoshiki Yamanokuchi, Managing Director of Hikoki Power Tools India Pvt Ltd from Japan visited Modern College, Piphema on August 8. He interacted with the students and visited Indoor Stadium and Botanical Garden where he planted a tree in commemoration of his visit.
Theja Meru, chairman Task Force for Music & Arts (TaFMA) and Sunnyy Vyas - Head of Content and Community WynkMusic discussed partnerships for the upcoming Hornbill Music Festival and other ideas for promotion of Naga musicians at RCEMPA, Jotsoma near Kohima on August 9.
A song video album by Noksang, Pastor of Grace Church Yimyu, Mokokchung was released by Lima Lemtur, Proprietor and Project Director Soundwave Studio, Mokokchung on August 8. The dedication prayer was offered by Rev Achet Pongen IEF Mokokchung.
