Dimapur observed “Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day” on October 24 at Dimapur District Hospital Chapel Hall.
In the programme, ZLO & Nodal Officer (NIDDCP) Dr. Toshirenla gave a comprehensive presentation on the importance of Iodine in the body and the consequences of iodine deficiency such as low mental and physically development not only of children and adults but could affect even the unborn child.
She further stated that the effects of iodine deficiency such as mental retardation or stunted growth were irreversible and will have permanent effects which could be easily prevented by consuming only iodized salt.
The function was chaired by deputy CMO Dr. Imchameren and the welcome address was delivered by CMO Dr. M. A. Wati. The function concluded with a vote of thanks by medical superintendent, DH Dimapur Dr. Ditsolo Mero. The function was attended by programme officers and staff under CMO and MS and principal along with tutors and students of Nursing School, Dimapur.
It has also been informed that awareness programmes will also be carried out through pastors of various churches in Dimapur in the coming week.
Earlier, with an aim to generate awareness of adequate use of iodine and to highlight the consequences of iodine deficiency, Dimapur district organized awareness programmes in various schools and churches from October 18-22 in view “Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day”.
ZLO and nodal officer, NIDDCP Dimapur Dr. Toshirenla conducted awareness programmes in five schools i.e. El-Shaddai Academy, Cambridge School, GHSS Medziphema, Rivenberg School, Medziphema, SFS School Medizphema.
Altogether 1510 school students and nursing students were imparted awareness on the importance of Iodine in the body and the consequences of iodine deficiency.
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