DHS observes National Immunization Day
Source: Chronicle News Service
Senapati, March 03 2024:
District Health Society, Senapati organised 'Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization' on the occasion of National Immunization Day at Traffic Point, Senapati on Sunday.
The event was attended by Senapati DC Mamoni Doley as chief guest and CMO Dr Sumpi Percy as guest of honour.
During his speech, Mamoru Doley commended the frontline workers for their hard work in helping India achieve the status of a polio-free country in 2014.The DC also informed that a house-to-house survey would begin on March 4, 2024.CMO Dr Sumpi Percy emphasised the importance of observing the Polio Day to prevent the virus from spreading and causing paralysis.
She urged everyone to visit Polio booths in the district to ensure 100 per cent immunization, stressed the need for taking Polio drops and urged hygienic living, proper sanitation, and cooperation with ASHA and Anganwadi workers to maintain health in the locality.
Earlier, Senapati DIO Dr LD Shepei delivered the keynote address.
The guests of the day administered two Polio drops each to children present on the occasion.