Early Times Report
MANDI GOBINDGARH, Nov 14: Desh Bhagat University (DBU) observed World Diabetes Day by organising a diabetes awareness and blood sugar screening programme at Village Ramgarh, with the objective of educating the community about diabetes prevention, early detection and effective management.
The programme was organised by the Placebo Club, School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, in collaboration with the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC) and Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Desh Bhagat University, under the visionary guidance of Dr. Zora Singh, Chancellor; Dr. Tajinder Kaur, Pro-Chancellor; and Dr. Harsh Sadawarti, Vice Chancellor.
Pharm.D and D. Pharmacy students actively participated in the awareness campaign under the coordination of Dr. Shafkat and Dr. Imtiyaz Hussain.
According to Dr. Puja Gulati, Principal, School of Pharmacy, the programme aimed to highlight the growing prevalence of diabetes mellitus and encourage people to adopt healthy lifestyles, undergo regular health check-ups and seek timely medical advice.
As part of the campaign, students displayed informative posters explaining the causes, types, symptoms, risk factors and complications of diabetes, along with preventive measures and available treatment options. Educational leaflets were also distributed among villagers, highlighting the importance of balanced nutrition, healthy eating habits, regular physical activity and blood glucose monitoring.
Pharm.D students delivered informative speeches, emphasising the significance of early diagnosis, medication adherence, regular exercise and healthy dietary habits in managing diabetes. They also highlighted the important role of pharmacists in patient education, counselling and supporting effective diabetes management.
A major highlight of the programme was the blood glucose screening activity, which provided villagers an opportunity to get their blood sugar levels checked. Students also guided participants on maintaining healthy glucose levels, identifying warning signs and seeking timely medical consultation.
The programme received an encouraging response from the village community and helped enhance public understanding of diabetes prevention and management. It also offered pharmacy students valuable hands-on experience in community healthcare, patient counselling and health communication.
The initiative reaffirmed Desh Bhagat University's commitment to community welfare, preventive healthcare and social responsibility, underscoring the importance of awareness and education in building a healthier society. |
