International Day for Older Person / World Heart Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, November 06 2022:
As observed across the globe, National Programme for Health Care of the Elderly (NPHCE), District Health Society Ukhrul on Sunday celebrated International Day for Older Person cum World Heart Day at Meizailung Baptist Church, Ukhrul.
Speaking on the occasion, Ukhrul CMO, Dr Kapangring A' Shimray dwelt on the theme "Use Heart for every Heart" and elaborated the main objective of observing International Day for Older Person and World Heart Day.
Stressing on the importance of maintaining a balanced diet, he stated that regular aerobic exercise or yoga and sleep are essential to keep the body fit.
Dr Reisangmi Raikhan, Dr Stephen Daimei, Dr Nongthamba and Dr Sayaila Shimrah also spoke on the occasion.
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Physiologist Milondro demonstrated how to perform physical exercise at home to keep the body fit and strong.
Later, Dr Kapangring distributed blankets to 60 persons above the age of 65 years.
Free health check-up and detection of BP, RBS, ECG, KFT & LFT were also conducted as part of the event.
Pastor Soyarpam Raleng and medical staff of District Hospital also took part in the programme.