Port Blair, Mar 25: On the occasion of World TB Day to create awareness on prevention and control of Tuberculosis Primary Health Centre, Chouldari organized a Rally from Primary Health Centre, Chouldari to Chouldari Bazaar. The Rally was flagged off by the Chief Guest of the programme Mr. Subash Dey, Pradhan, Chouldari Gram Panchayat. Along with rally an awareness programme was also organized at Conference Hall of PHC, Chouldari. 47 community members including PRI’s & AWW’s attended the programme.
Dr. P. C. Bhatnagar (Medical Officer In-charge) PHC, Chouldari discussed about the causes, Symptoms & Prevention of the Disease. It was highlighted that, cough for more than two weeks may be due to TB.
TB can be diagnosed by Sputum Test. TB is fully curable. It’s treatment is free in all government health facilities. There should not be any stigma & discrimination with TB patient. Mr. Tapan Kumar Parida, Health Educator and ANM’s of the PHC also shared their views about Tuberculosis. Participants also raised various questions to clarify their doubts. The Community members appreciated the efforts of the staff of the PHC to spread awareness.
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