Shija Hospitals hosts 1st IPCCON 2026
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, October 24 2026: Shija Hospitals hosted the first Infection Prevention and Control Conference (IPCCON) 2026 today.

The Shija Hospitals & Research Institute (SHRI) organised the conference through its Infection Prevention and Control Committee (IPCC), in collaboration with the Department of Microbiology, Shija Academy of Health Sciences (SAHS) .

The conference which marked International Infection Prevention Week 2026 brought together over 300 healthcare professionals under the theme "Generations of Infection Prevention: Past, Present & Protected" .

Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals from the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS), Babina Hospital, Acme Fertility & Healthcare Centre, Mother's Care Children Hospital & Research Centre, Churachandpur Medical College and other healthcare facilities took part in the conference.

Health Services Director Dr N Hemantakumar Singh, who attended the conference as the chief guest, emphasised the importance of strengthening infection prevention and control measures to safeguard public health and address the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance.

He encouraged people to maintain hand hygiene, clean their environment, and practice prudent use of antibiotics.

He also urged doctors and other healthcare workers to step up infection prevention and control measures.

Professor Dr Oinam Guneshwar Singh, Department of Orthopaedics and Medical Superintendent, SHRI, highlighted the importance of integrating infection prevention practices into clinical care to enhance patient safety and healthcare quality.

Dr Bonney Khundongbam, Chief Executive Officer, SHRI, reaffirmed the institution's commitment to strengthening infection prevention and control, promoting responsible antibiotic use and maintaining high standards of patient safety.

Winners of poster and slogan competitions, held as part of the International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW), were feted at the event.

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