Lecture on lifestyle diseases
Source: PRO Cell IGAR(s) *
Imphal, December 04 2017:
12 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (South) conducted a lecture on 'Lifestyle Diseases' at Tengnoupal village on 03 Dec 2017.The lecture was taken by the Medical Officer of the unit which was attended by 50 locals including 22 males, 20 females and eight children.
The Medical Officer highlighted the reasons and consequences of chronic 'Lifestyle Diseases' like Hypertension, Diabetes, Atherosclerosis, Obesity and Myocardial ischemia.
The villagers were also informed on measures to avoid such diseases and benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
The lecture culminated with interaction between villagers and Assam Rifles personnel followed by tea and refreshments.