Department of Community Medicine

QUIZ ON THE OCCASION OF WORLD HEALTH DAY ON 03.04.2024 (DAY- 1)

QUIZ conducted on the occasion of “WORLD HEALTH DAY ” on 03.04.2024  at Rural Health Centre, Jawan and Urban Health Training Centre of the Department of Community Medicine, AMU, Aligarh under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson) and under the supervision of Dr. Tabassum Nawab (MOH) and Dr. Ali Jafar Abedi, Assistant Professor & Member-In-Charge, UHTC.

The format was MCQ based and interns participated individually for the Quiz .The time limit was set to 30 mins with a total marks of 60.

Dr. Shivangi Kumari, (senior Resident) and Junior Residents (Dr. Danish Kamal, Dr.Syed Sohaib Hashmi ,Dr. Ajitha S , Dr. Mohd Bilal ,Dr. Ameer Ayyub and Dr. Prabhakaran S) conducted the Quiz.

Ashhar Ayaan secured I^st position, Deeksha Singh secured 2^nd
position , Hamza Ansari and Aniket Srivastava hold 3^rd
Place in the quiz.

TREASURE HUNT AND SKIT ON THE OCCASION OF WORLD HEALTH DAY ON 04.04.2024 (DAY- 2)

Treasure Hunt and Skit was conducted on the occasion of “WORLD HEALTH DAY ” on 04.04.2024 at Rural Health Centre, Jawan under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine under the supervision of Prof. Uzma Eram, Member-In-Charge, RHTC, Jawan.

Treasure hunt was conducted over two rounds : First round was a Beg, Borrow and Steal competition  in which 3 teams qualified and entered the treasure hunt round which constituted riddles and questions at each step. Harshit Kumar Varshney and Faiz Khan won the treasure hunt.

Quiz conducted on the occasion  “WORLD TB DAY” at Rural Health Centre, Jawan under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine under the supervision of Prof. Uzma Eram, Member-In-Charge, RHTC, Jawan. The Quiz has been conducted over two days spanning 22^nd
and 23^rd of March, 2024.

The preliminary round was held on 22^nd  March, 2024 in a Multiple-choice Question (MCQ) format and 16 teams participated ,each team comprising 2 members each. After the prelims ,5 teams qualified for the finals. The Final Event took place on 23^rd March, 2024. Dr. Althaf Assis inaugurated the programme and welcomed Prof. M. Athar Ansari and    Prof. Uzma Eram.

There were 3 rounds for the 5 qualified teams. Dr. Raghul S conducted the audiovisual round, Dr. Mohd Yasir Zubair (Senior Resident) conducted the MCQ round and Dr. Danish Kamal (Junior Resident) conducted the Rapid-Fire round.

Prizes were distributed among the winners after the declaration of results by Prof. M. Athar Ansari and Prof. Uzma Eram.

Prof. M. Athar Ansari and Dr. Uzma Eram gave a vote of thanks in the end.

 HEALTH TALK ON THE OCCASION OF WORLD TB DAY-2024

Health Talk conducted on “WORLD TB DAY ” on 21.03.2024 at Community Health Centre, Jawan under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine under the supervision of Prof. Uzma Eram, Member-In-Charge, RHTC, Jawan. Dr. Ankit Singh (Medical officer, CHC, Jawan) inaugurated the programme.

Dr. Uzma Eram (Medical officer, RHTC) welcomed the general public  and oriented them about the health talk .She then introduced the Doctors present infront of the general public.

Dr. Shubham Upadhyay (JR 2) gave the introductory information about TB Awareness and Prevention of TB. Dr. Chandramouli Mitra briefed about investigation and treatment. Dr. Danish Kamal, Dr. Althaf Assis ,Dr. Syed Sohaib Hashmi ,.Dr. Mohammad Bilal ,Dr. Prabakaran. S and Dr. Ameer Ayyub conducted an interactive session with the audience and solved their concerned doubts.

 EDUCATIONAL GATHERING OF THE ASHA WORKERS

Educational gathering for ASHA workers working at the grassroot level conducted on the occasion of “WORLD TB DAY ” on 21.03.2024 at Community Health Centre, Jawan under the guidance of Prof.Saira Mehnaz, Chairpersdon, Department of Community Medicine under the supervision of Dr. Uzma Eram, MIC, RHTC.

Dr. Ankit Singh (Medical officer, CHC, Jawan) inaugurated the programme. Dr. Uzma Eram (Medical officer, RHTC) welcomed the ASHA workers.

Dr.Shubham Upadhyay (JR 2) began with thanking the ASHA workers for their dedicated work at the grassroot level of health system and briefed them about Tuberculosis prevention and schemes of government to combat the burden of Tuberculosis in the country.

Dr.Danish Kamal, Dr.Althaf Assis ,Dr.Syed Sohaib Hashmi, Dr.Chandramouli ,Dr.Mohammad Bilal ,Dr.Prabakaran.S and Dr.Ameer Ayyub conducted an interactive session with the ASHA workers and solved their concerned doubts regarding the problems they face while convincing the rural population for proper prevention and treatment of TB.

Department of Community Medicine was celebration on International Women’s Day was celebrated at Rural Health Training Centre, Jawan, Department of Community Medicine, J. N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh under the able guidance and supervision of Chairperson Prof. Saira Mehnaz under the theme 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress”.

Dr. Ajitha A welcomed the general public and oriented them about ‘International Women’s Day’. And  then introduced the Doctors present infront of audience.        Dr. Sharad Bansal explained about the theme of this year’s Women’s Day Celebration. Dr. Afeefa  Shakaib and Dr. Shubham Upadhyay (JR-2) collaboratively explained about the Gender Equality
Dr. Ameer Ayyub described the roles of women in society.

Dr. Chandramouli Mitra conducted an interactive session with the public judged by Dr. Shivangi Kumari, Senior Resident, Dr. Danish Kamal, and Dr. Althaf Assis. After that a fun activity was organized for the attendees including  a gift distribution ceremony.

In an effort to promote environmental awareness and tackle the urgent problem of single-use plastic waste, the Department of Community Medicine at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, arranged an extension lecture. Entitled "Environmental consciousness, a key to sustainability" and "Single-use plastic waste: A curse for the environment," the lecture sought to increase understanding of the effects of pollution on everyday life. Dr. Arshad Husain, Associate Professor in Civil Engineering at the University Polytechnic, was the featured speaker for the session.

The event commenced with welcome address from Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson of the Department of Community Medicine, setting the tone for an engaging discourse. Dr. Husain emphasized the importance of cultivating environmental consciousness and highlighted how environmental health intertwines with human well-being. He commented on the global shift towards renewable energy sources and stressed the need for collaborative efforts.

Dr. Husain presented alarming statistics on global plastic production and consumption; he underscored the significance of reducing, reusing, and recycling plastics, urging responsible consumer behavior to curb pollution.

The lecture garnered participation from faculty members and residents of the Department of Community Medicine, facilitating a meaningful exchange of knowledge and experiences. Concluding the session, Dr. Karthika P, extended vote of thanks.

Link: https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2024/2/21/extention-lecture-on-topics-related-to-environmental-awarenss-held

A Rally was conducted from RHTC to CHC, Jawan, Department of Community Medicine. It was followed by nukkad natak and health talk on “CLOSE THE GAP IN CANCER” on 3^rd February, 2024, at Community Health Centre, Jawan under the guidance of Professor Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine). Dr. Ankit Singh (Medical Officer, CHC Jawan) inaugurated the session.

Professor Uzma Eram (Member-In charge ,RHTC) welcomed the general public and oriented them about the health talk .

Dr. Afeefa Shakaib delivered a speech about cancer and then introduced the Doctors who are participating in the skit infront of audience .In skit: Dr. Syed Sohaib Hashmi (JR 2) played a role of a male doctor and gave information about the oral cancer, signs and symptoms of the same, importance of screening and hospital visits if have any symptoms and treatment .Dr. Nishu Malik (JR 1) played a role of female doctor and gave the information about the breast cancer ,signs and symptoms and self breast examination. Tarushi, Bhanu,Vikram (Interns) were participated in skit as a patient and attendant. Dr.Shubham Upadhyay (JR 2) gave the information about the facts and myths of the cancer and concluded the session by thanking the audience for their kind attention. Other Interns participated in IEC activities by making posters and charts regarding the topics related to Cancer. Dr. Chelsea,Dr.Tijo Rahim, Dr.Abirami S Dr. Al Hilal Yousuf Shaikh held an interactive session with the audience at CHC, Jawan after the session.

National Voters Day was celebrated on 24th January 2024, at RHTC Jawan. The importance of Voting for election and what are the rights of a voter was explained by Dr. Uzma Eram (Medical Office, RHTC) and emphasized on the importance of using the citizens right to vote to choose their representatives. She also said that the voter should choose their representative regardless caste, creed or religion but for the benefit of the community.

Senior Resident, PG students, Interns, Staff members of RHTC and residents of Jawan Village also participated in the program.

Pledge for the National Voters Day was recited by Mr. Tahir, MSW and was followed by all the Faculties (Dr. Uzma Eram), Senior Resident (Dr. Shivangi Kumari), PG Students (1. Dr. Chelsea, 2. Dr. Afeefa Shakaib, 3. Dr. Tijo Rahim 4. Dr. Ragul J S, 5. Dr. Shafia Shafiq, 6. Dr. Abhirami S, 7. Dr. Al-Hilal Yousuf Sheikh), Interns (Tariq Anwar, Vikram Atul, Waquas Jamil, Imran Ali, Mohd Irfan, Zainab Shaheen, Zainab Yousuf, Zara kazmi, Zikra Hasnin, Zohma Ansari, Mohd Sif Raza, Mohd Noman, Noman Hai, Bhanu Choudhary, Sumaiyya Rafique) MSWs, and other staff and the villagers present.

Interns (2018 batch) participated in IEC activities by making posters and charts regarding various aspects of National Voters Day including the importance of voting and elderly measures to be taken during voting day.

The staff at RHTC helped in organizing the event.

The Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan, working under the Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, organized an eye check up camp on 30.12.2023 for the students of Purv Madhyamik Vidyalaya , Jawan.

Prof. M. Athar Ansari, officiating Chairman, Department of Community Medicine, Dr. Uzma Eram (Member-In-Charge, RHTC) and Dr. Tabassum Nawab supervised the camp.

Dr. Uzma Eram presented an orientation talk highlighting the importance of caring for the vision and maintaining it through regular checkup.

Link:  https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2024/1/02/eye-checkup-camp-held-at-rhtc-jawan

The Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan, running under the management of the Department of Community Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University organized a health camp on 26.12.2023 for school children, under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, and Dr. Uzma Eram (In-charge, RHTC). Dr. Tabassum Nawab supervised the camp.

Dr. Uzma Eram welcomed the doctors and school children and oriented them about various health issues and their remedies.

The Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan, run by the Department of Community Medicine, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University organized a health talk on “Hypertension and its Complications”, at the Community Health Centre, Jawan, under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, Dr.Tabassum Nawab, Assistant Professor and under the supervision of Dr. Uzma Eram, Member-In-Charge, RHTC, Jawan.

Dr. Uzma Eram welcomed the general public and introduced the doctors present.

Dr. Ankit Singh, Medical Officer In-charge, CHC, Jawan inaugurated the session and delivered a speech.

Link:  https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2023/12/18/talk-on-hypertension-and-its-complications-held

The Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, hosted an extension lecture on the “Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI)” on 22nd November 2023 at 02:00 pm in the Seminar Room of the Department. The distinguished resource person for the event was Prof. Jamal Masood, Department of Community Medicine, Principal & CMS, Eras Medical College, Lucknow.

The event commenced with a warm welcome from Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, who extended her greetings to the assembled audience. The primary objective of the lecture was to enhance awareness among residents regarding the significance of comprehending AEFI and the crucial aspects of its reporting.

Prof. Jamal Masood provided a comprehensive overview, delving into the historical evolution of AEFI reporting in India. He elucidated the classification and various types of AEFI, offering insights into the criteria and methodologies involved in reporting AEFI incidents among hospitalized individuals. Drawing on his extensive expertise in the field, Prof. Jamal engaged the audience through a discussion of real-world vignettes, sharing valuable insights from his personal experiences. The interactive session included scenario-based discussions, further enriching the learning experience for the participants.

The lecture garnered attendance from esteemed faculty members, as well as Senior and Junior Residents of the Department of Community Medicine. The engagement of both the speaker and the audience contributed to a meaningful exchange of knowledge and experiences in the realm of AEFI reporting.

Concluding the session, Dr. Sameena Ahmad, Assistant Professor, expressed gratitude on behalf of the department by delivering a vote of thanks to Prof. Jamal Masood for his enlightening presentation. The extension lecture proved to be a valuable initiative in promoting awareness and understanding of AEFI reporting.

Link: https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2023/11/25/extension-lecture-held-on-adverse-effect-of-immunization

The doctors, faculty members and senior and junior residents at the Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan, run under the Department of Community Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University organized an awareness programme to observe the Global Handwashing Day, highlighting the theme of the year, “Clean hands are within reach”. Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson of the department supervised the programme.

While stressing the importance of hand washing, Dr. Tabassum Nawab (Medical Officer, RHTC) highlighted how it affects our health and how one can maintain hand hygiene throughout the day.

The Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC) at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, AMU, is taking significant strides to improve healthcare services in rural areas. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by rural populations, the RHTC has embraced a comprehensive approach to address the healthcare needs of Aligarh's rural communities.

While inaugurating the newly renovated building, Prof. Mohd Gulrez, Vice Chancellor of AMU, lauded the RHTC's pivotal role since its establishment in 1968 and said that this transformed center is now equipped to provide high-quality healthcare services at no cost to the local rural population.

The event, organized by Prof. Saira Mehnaz (Chairman) with her team, was attended by university officials including Prof. M Mohsin Khan (Finance Officer), Prof. Veena Maheshwari (Dean of the Faculty of Medicine), Prof. Rakesh Bhargava (Principal of J.N. Medical College), the Executive Committee Members Prof. Moinuddin (Department of Biochemistry), and Prof. Mohammad Shameem (Department of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases).

Covering six registered villages, namely Jawan Sikandarpur, Chhota Jawan, Gadia Bhojpur, Sumera, Tejpur, and Jawan, the RHTC caters to a population of approximately 24,000 individuals. The center offers a wide range of treatments, screening facilities, and tests, ensuring comprehensive healthcare services. Additionally, it provides free essential medicines to the rural population.

Prof Saira informed that the RHTC initiatives include the Anemia Mukt Bharat plan, National Tuberculosis Elimination Program, National Program for Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases, National Vector Borne Disease Control Program, regular antenatal services, family planning services, National STI/RTI Prevention and Control Program, routine immunization of children through the National Immunization Schedule, and integrated management of neonatal and childhood illnesses (IMNCI) for neonates and children under 5 years. To further promote health awareness, the center frequently celebrates health days, fostering a deeper understanding of prevalent health conditions in the community.

As a symbol of their commitment to sustainable and holistic healthcare, a plantation drive was organized during the inauguration ceremony at the RHTC campus.

World Environment Day was celebrated at Rural Health Training Centre, Jawan, Department of Community Medicine, J. N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh under the able guidance and supervision of Chairperson Prof. Saira Mehnaz on 05^th June 2023 under the theme- Solutions to plastic pollution.

The program commences with a brief introduction about World Environment Day by Dr Uzma Eram, Associate Professor and MIC, RHTC; Dr Saleem Mohammed Khan, Senior Resident, Department of Community Medicine interacted with the public and asked them about the environment and what are the common types of environmental pollutions about which they are aware and what are their causes then he discussed about the what should be the solution to avoid plastic use. All the doctors along with the public took a pledge that we will keep our environment neat and clean and we will avoid unnecessary use of our resources like electricity, water etc and we will avoid the use of plastic which are not recyclable and also will aware our friends and relatives about how to keep our environment neat and clean.

The Urban Health Training Centre commemorated World Environment Day on 5th June 2023, with a focus on the theme of "Beat Plastic Pollution." A series of activities were organized to raise awareness about environmental issues. Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson of the Department of Community Medicine, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The event was attended by Dr. Suboohi Afzal, Lady Medical Officer, and Dr. Sameena Ahmad, Assistant Professor.

The event began with Dr. Afeefa Shakaib introducing the theme and extending a warm welcome to all attendees. Prof. Saira Mehnaz addressed the gathering, emphasizing the harmful effects of plastic pollution and advocating for sustainable alternatives. She also administered the World Environment Day pledge during the event.

At the Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan, a group discussion was held with a brief introduction about World No Tobacco Day by Dr Uzma Eram, Associate Professor and MIC, RHTC.

Dr Saleem Mohammed Khan talked about the theme of the year, while Dr Hira Alam and Dr Absar Ahmad discussed the ill effects of consuming tobacco and the prevalence of tobacco in India. Dr Muntazim, Dr N. Harapriya, Dr Jabir, Dr Shubham Upadhyay, Dr Adarsh and Aditya discussed the various aspects of tobacco use-related diseases and methods of screening for different types of cancers. Aatika presented a poem on tobacco and its harmful effects

The Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC), working under the Department of Community Medicine organized the health awareness visit of a team of doctors to the Urban Health Post under the guidance of the Chairperson, Prof. Saira Mehnaz. The team comprised Dr Digvijay Gupta, Dr Al-Hilal-Yusuf-Sheikh, Dr Ameer Ayub, Dr Danish Afridi, Dr Anuj Saraswat, Dr Areeb Abbasi and Mr Faisal.

Link: https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2023/6/07/world-no-tobacco-day-observations-continue

The Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan, working under the management of the Department of Community Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University organized a health awareness camp at the Anganwadi Centre No.1, Jawan to mark the Menstrual Hygiene Day under the theme “Making menstruation a normal fact of life by 2030”.

Inaugurating the camp, Dr. Uzma Eram (Medical Officer, RHTC) highlighted the importance of menstrual hygiene and discussed the ways to shed superstitions and dogmas in this regard. She said that wearing of unhygienic cloth segments as a substitute for sanitary napkins is not advisable and can lead to infections of the lower genitourinary tract. She said that if a person has no other means to buy sanitary napkins, then the cloth must be clean and infection free.

At the Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC), the day was observed under the theme, “We are Committed”.

Dr. Chelsea delivered a health talk on menstrual hygiene practices in daily life focusing on the need for educating patients about good MHM practices, addressing taboos associated with menstruation and promoting open discussions in society.

A free Medical Health Camp and Health Check-up was organised by Women’s Club, A.M.U in collaboration with Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College, A.M.U. Aligarh on 20^th May, 2023 at ASRA (Aligarh Self Reliance Alliance) for Women Empowerment.

More than 80 females of reproductive age group specifically from the underserved population were the beneficiaries of the health camp. Dr. Faiza Abbasi (Vice President and Treasurer, ASRA) initiated the programme with introducing the Chief Guests and health team.

Dr. Hameeda Tariq (Paediatrician) founding patron of AMU Women’s Club delivered a health talk emphasising the importance of balanced diet for both physical and mental wellbeing. She also motivated them for female empowerment.

Free drug distribution for various ailments, haemoglobin and blood sugar testing was conducted. Patients were counselled by the doctors on their health and hygiene. Patients were also benefited by general examination.

Prof. Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, A.M.U), briefed about maintaining complete hygiene among females and their importance in society. She also cleared the queries of females regarding health and hygiene.

A fun learning activity was conducted by Dr. Fatima Khan (Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology). She demonstrated hand washing techniques, and hand washing as the simplest method for keeping one healthy.

Senior Resident (Dr. Shivangi Kumari), Junior Residents (Dr. Hira, Dr. Iram, Dr. Shubham, Dr. Chelsea), Interns, Health Inspector and Lab Technicians (Department of Community Medicine, JNMC, A.M.U) helped in carrying out the camp successfully.

ALIGARH May 19: The World Hypertension Day, themed as "Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer", was observed by the Department of Community Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University through an awareness programme held at the Urban Health Post (UHP), Jamalpur.

Addressing the gathering, Prof Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine) said that World Hypertension Day is celebrated every year on May 17 to spread awareness among common people, especially among low to middle-income groups, to keep track of their blood pressure through accurate BP measuring methods and maintain it for sound health.

"Hypertension is a silent killer that rarely shows any symptoms. Increasing public awareness about hypertension is key to early detection and management," said Dr Ali Jafar Abedi (In-charge, Urban Health Training Centre).

He delivered a health talk to create awareness regarding the prevention of hypertension, its symptoms, complications and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

A team of doctors including Dr Ragul JS, Dr Sami, Dr Bhavani and Dr Aatika examined and screened more than 50 patients at the camp.

Dr Ragul extended the vote of thanks, urging the participants to share in

World TB Day was celebrated at Rural Health Training Centre, Jawan, Department of Community Medicine, J. N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh under the able guidance and supervision of Chairperson Prof. Saira Mehnaz on 22^nd March 2023 under the theme-: Yes! We Can End TB!

The program commenced with a Nukkar Natak on world TB Day which is performed by the interns posted at RHTC under the theme: Yes! We Can End TB!

Dr. Uzma Eram, Associate Professor and MIC, RHTC emphasized on the causes, symptoms, prevalence and the treatment of tuberculosis. Dr. Saleem Mohammad Khan, Senior Resident highlighted about the program that is being run by the government of India named as National TB elimination program.

The audience comprised mostly of aged >18 male and female who took part actively and listened to the advices attentively.

Link:  https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2023/3/20/international-women-s-day-celebration-at-rural-health-training-centre



A team of resident doctors from Department of Community Medicine, J. N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh visited Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, New Delhi to participate in Delhi Public Health Conclave on 4^th March, 2023. The theme for the conference was entitled “Urban health: role of public health in securing health for all.”

Dr. Absar Ahmad and Dr. Jubair Shamsi, Junior Residents in the Department of Community Medicine participated in quiz and bagged the 2^nd prize.

International Women's Day was observed on 8th March, 2023 at various departments of the Aligarh Muslim University with a motto to spread awareness for the safeguarding of women's rights and make a congenial environment to empower them in all respect.

The Department of Community Medicine organized an extension lecture on “Ethics in Medical Science.” On 25^th February, 2023 in the Departmental Museum for faculty & Residents under the supervision of Dr. Saira Mehnaz, Professor & Chairperson. “Ethics are a cornerstone of Medical Research,” said Dr. Sonish Azam, Ph.D. Biochemistry, Senior Medical Liaison (Oncology), Kyowa Kirin Canada. She is an alumnus of the Department of Biochemistry, AMU, Aligarh. She talked about the importance and expanse of ethics in the field of medical science. She asserted that Medical Ethics are important to protect patient’s rights and help them in deciding what is best for them.

The event was attended by Faculty Members and students from the department. Dr. Nafis Faizi hosted the event while Prof. M. Athar Ansari felicitated the speaker.

Link: https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2023/3/02/extension-lecture-on-ethics-in-medical-sciences

 

National Deworming Day was celebrated on 10th February, at RHTC Jawan. The event was organized at Ucch prathmik vidyalaya, Jawan. Prof. Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson, Dept. of Community Medicine) said that soil-transmitted helminthiases aka parasitic intestinal worm infestation, is a significant public health problem which have detrimental effects on children’s growth and wellbeing. Dr Uzma Eram (MIC,RHTC)and Dr Tabassum Nawab (Assistant Professor) emphasized on importance of hygienic practices to be adopted and regular deworming for better growth and development of children Dr. Ajitha(JR-1), Dr. Afeefa (JR-1)and Dr. Asma(JR-1) presented a nukkad natak depicting about causes, sign and symptoms of worm infestation.

Link:   https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2023/2/13/awareness-programme-held-on-national-deworming-day

World Cancer Day was celebrated on 04th February, at RHTC Jawan on 04.02.2023. The theme for this year was “Close the Care Gap”. Dr. Uzma Eram (Medical officer, RHTC) said that cancer is a bane for the society with a high disease burden and we must work together to spread awareness about its symptoms, early diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Ankit Singh (Medical Officer, CHC) educated the beneficiaries about the relevance of the theme for this year and burden of cancer in society. He also talked about common etiologies of various type of cancers and busted various myths about cancer cause and treatment. Dr. Suboohi Afzal (Medical officer, UHTC) counselled the participants about cancers in women and their symptoms. She also talked about benefits of early diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Ragini Singh informed beneficiaries about various test available at CHC Jawan and proper channel through which they can get best required treatment. She also talked about various initiatives taken by government for early diagnosis and treatment, to help people fight cancer.

The Department of Community Medicine in collaboration with Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecology Societies of India (Aligarh Society) conducted a free Health Camp at its Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC) situated in Jawan; Aligarh

Prof Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine) welcomed all the dignitaries and a brief account of the programme.

Prof M U Rabbani (Dean, Faculty of Medicine, JNMCH) hoped that more such future collaborations will occur and Prof Rakesh Bharghav (Principal; CMS, JNMCH) stressed on the importance of work at the community level. 

Prof Seema Hakim (President, AOGS) spoke on the long-term consequences of anemia .The Guest of Honor, Mr. Javaid Said, a philanthropist and a social activist, spoke on the high prevalence of anemia.

The Chief Guest Mr. Mohammad Imran (IPS, Registrar, AMU) spelt out various ways to spread awareness about anemia at the grassroot level and the importance of organizing such camps in the future.

The team of Gynecologists assessed all the women attending the Camp for free and a large number of females were examined and given appropriate treatment.

Investigations were also carried out, free of cost. More than 130 rural females were benefited from the health camp.

Faculty members engaged with foundation course (visited RHTC/CHC/ Andanwadi Center), Prof Athar Ansari (Community Medicine), Dr. Mohd Salman Shah (Deptt Community Medicine), Dr Ali Jafer Abedi (Community Medicine), Dr. Tabassum Nawab (Community Medicine), Dr. Nafis Faizi (Community Medicine) also participated in the event.

The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Uzma Eram, Department of Community Medicine and MIC, RHTC.

Please open the Link:   https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2022/12/08/free-health-camp-in-rhtc

An Immunization Camp was organized on 10th November, 2022, in village Tejpur, organized by RHTC(Rural Health Training Centre) Jawan under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh. The camp was successfully held under the supervision of medical officer
in Charge-Rural Health Training Centre- Associate Professor, Dr. Uzma Eram.

A total of 28 vaccines were used during the immunization camp. The attendees of the beneficiaries were explained about the benefits of immunization and informed about the AEFI(adverse effects following immunization) .They were also informed about the schedule and their next visit.

The beneficiaries were receptive to the guidance and actively participated in the camp.

The Department of Community Medicine organized an Extension Lecture by Technical Consultant, World Health Organization on “STI/ RTI Services in National AIDS and STD Control Programme V (NACP-V).”

Dr. Abhishek Royal, Consultant, World Health Organization (India) delivered an Extension Lecture on “STI/ RTI Services in National AIDS and STD Control Programme V (NACP-V)” in the Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College. Owing to the importance of the topic, the lecture was attended by faculty members of different departments of the J.N. Medical College as well Junior & Senior Residents.

Dr. Abhishek discussed the different changes in “STI/ RTI Services in National AIDS and STD Control Programme V (NACP-V)” on its different operational and implementational challenges. The interactive session had delved in to interesting public health topic from syndromic approach, task shifting, intersectoral coordination supply chain and other facets of STI/ RTI programme. The lecture was in line with the series of changes implemented by the department in Postgraduate curriculum. The curricular changes are revamped as per the recent changes introduced by NMC.

Link:  https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2022/10/31/extension-lecture-on-sti-rti-services

The Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh conducted an
Immunization Camp at Aheri Mohalla  in Village Jawan on 19.10.2022
under the supervision of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson of Dept. of Community Medicine, JN Medical College , AMU , Aligarh. 

Dr. Uzma Eram, Associate Professor and Member-In-Charge, RHTC, Jawan, Dept. of Community Medicine, motivated the pregnant females and mothers of under 05 children for immunization. Dr. Md. Quyamuddin (Junior Resident-1) and interns assisted Mr. Nizaam Idris in immunization camp. Mrs. Zakia Sultan, Medical Social Worker helped in organization of immunization camp. There were total 29 beneficiaries.

We conducted a school health camp in Shri Mathura Prasad Higher Secondary School, Kasimpur Road, Chota Jawan, Aligarh on 19-10-2022 and 20-10-2022 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm under the supervision of Prof. Saira Mehnaz ( Chairperson of Dept. of Community Medicine, JN Medical college AMU , Aligarh ) and Dr Uzma Eram (MIC, RHTC, Jawan).

Total 100 school children were examined (class 1^st to 8^th ). Dr. Uzma Eram (MIC,RHTC, Jawan) and Dr. Saleem Mohammad Khan (senior resident) examined the children from head to toe and prescribed medication wherever required. Dr. Absar Ahmad (JR) conducted visual acuity test on all the children using Snellen’s Chart. Dr. Quyammudin (JR) examined the children for malnutrition and Dr. Digvijay (JR) gave health talk on hygiene and balanced diet .

Oral and teeth examination was conducted by Prof. Neha Agrawal and Dr. Syed Amaan Ali (Assistant Prof.) from the department of periodontics and community dentistry, Dr. Z A Dental College Amu Aligarh

This school health camp was assisted by Mrs. Zakia Sultan, Mr. Tausif Ahmad, Javed Ali, Mohammad Zaki and interns posted at RHTC.

A programme to observe the ‘Suicide Prevention Day’ at the Rural Health and Training Centre, Jawan; Department of Community Medicine and Department of Psychiatry faculty members and doctors collaborated to organise a week-long ‘Suicide Prevention’ awareness event.   

On the occasion, Prof Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine) pressed for effective suicide prevention strategies to be adopted.

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National Nutrition Week is being celebrated from 1st to 7th September, 2022, in the Department of Community Medicine at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC). On the 7th of September (Day -7), a Lecture Series on the topic, " Focusing on Fortified Rice-
a Strategy To Address Anemia and Micronutrient Deficiency Disorders, was " organized in Lecture Theatre-1 in  JNMC.

Fortification of rice, a vital area of concern & implementation in India ‘s Public Health was deliberated by renowned speakers form the UN World Food Programme.  The culmination of the week long National Nutrition Week (1-7 September, 2022) by the Department of Community Medicine was organized in collaboration with the speakers  from UN World Food Programme.  The theme for this year is “Celebrate a World of Flavours ”. Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine started the event by welcoming the attendees and gave an overview of the different events conducted during the past 6 days of the National Nutrition Week.

Prof. Rakesh Bhargava, Dean, Faculty of Medicine, JNMC praised the vibrancy of the department and its initiatives and urgent them to continue with the same spirit in future.

The first Guest Lecturer was Dr. Shariqua Yunus, Head of Unit and Programme Officer. (Health and Nutrition), World Food Programme. She gave a comprehensive overview on the process of Rice Fortification, its importance and success stories from countries which have already implement it.

The next Guest Lecturer was Dr. Reema Chugh, Programme Policy Officer, Food Fortification, World Food Programme who discussed common myths and misconceptions regarding fortified rice, its storage and consumption.

The Presiding Guest for the event was Prof. M. Yunus, Former Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine who stressed on the importance of a nutrient- rich diet and the ways to inculcate them in our everyday lives. Prof. Yunus expressed his distinct pleasure that the department is making huge progress through its collaborative activities.

Dr. Nafis Faizi, Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine extended his vote of thanks and gratitude towards experts and the organizers including the technical staff of the Prof. M.N. Faruqui Computer Centre, the Department of Home Science, College of Nursing and others who actively participated in the programme. 

National Nutrition Week is being celebrated from 1st to 7th September, 2022, at UHTC, Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College, AMU Aligarh under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson and supervision of Dr. Ali Jafar Abedi, Member-In-Charge.

A short Nukkad Natak with the theme of FOOD TABOOS was organized by the Department of Community Medicine at CHC, Harduaganj on 07.09.2022. MBBS intern Dr. Himanshu introduced about the event, why we are here, what messages we will going to give through our nukkad natak.

The American Dietetic Association (ADA), currently known as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, established National Nutrition Week in 1975 with the purpose of creating public awareness about the countless benefits of healthy nutrition and an active lifestyle. In India, National Nutrition Week was first recognized in 1982, when government launched several initiatives to motivate, spread awareness, and educate people about the healthy nutrition and its association with good health and longevity. Since then, it’s celebrated every year from 1^st to 7^th September, 2022. National Nutrition Week -2022 is being celebrated across the country with the theme ‘'Celebrate a World of Flavours”. 

Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, AMU, Aligarh is enthusiastically celebrating this week with several IEC/BCC activities happening and planned at departmental level as well as through its two outreach centres- Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC) and Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Jawan. On the second day of the week  (2^nd September, 2022) from UHTC, a team of doctors and interns namely Dr. M. Yasir Zubair, Dr. Iram Abid, Dr. Inamullah and Dr. Insha along with field staff members namely Mr. Mohd. Danish, Health Inspector and Mr. Ahtesham Mohd. Khan, Case Worker visited Columbia Inter College for health talk.

Special Extension Lecture on 07 September, 2022 at LT-2, J.N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh

The two speakers from World Food Programme who will address are: -

1.    Dr. Shariqua Yunus, Head of the Unit & Programme Officer (Health & Nutrition), United Nations World Food Programme

2.    Dr. Reema Chugh, Programme Policy Officer (Food Fortification), World Food Programme

Celebratory activities to mark World Breast Feeding week began at Rural Health Training Centre RHTC), Jawan of Department of Community Medicine, J N Medical College on 01.08.2022 (Day-1).

The inaugural program was attended by Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Prof. Rakesh Bhargava as chief guest with Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, Prof. Saira Mehnaz, and Prof. Athar Ansari gracing the occasion as guest of honor.

This marks the beginning of a weeklong celebration that will take place from 1st-7th August 2022 at the health centers and field practice areas under the Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.

In her welcome address, Prof. Saira Mehnaz highlighted the importance of breastfeeding and a brief background about the celebration of the week. “This year's theme for World Breastfeeding Week is ‘Step Up for Breastfeeding: Educate and Support’. The Department of Community Medicine has prepared this whole week with the hope that our efforts bring impact and we contribute to this theme positively,” Prof. Mehnaz added.

Link:  https://www.amu.ac.in/news/2022/8/02/world-breast-feeding-week-celebrated

The Department of Community Medicine continued with the celebration of World Breastfeeding Week 2022 for the second day at Rural Health Training Centre, Jawan on 02.08.2022 under the guidance and supervision of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Dr. Uzma Eram, MIC & MO, RHTC and Dr. Tabassum Nawab, MO, RHTC. Prof. Zulfia Khan (Retd.) was invited as the Chief Guest for the event.

On the occasion of World Breastfeeding week, celebrated from 1^ST August to 7^th August, 2022 the Department of Community Medicine, JNMC, AMU organized a Quiz competition for the undergraduate students of MBBS on Day-3 of the week long programme, on 3^rd August 2022.

World Breastfeeding Week is being celebrated from 1st to 7th August, 2022, at UHTC. On the 4th of August, Day- 4, a Health Talk and Interactive Session was organised at Anganwadi Centre, Panjipur, in the adopted village under UHTC, Department of Community Medicine, JNMC. The theme for this year is “Step Up for Breastfeeding: Educate and Support”. Dr. Ali Jafar Abedi (Member-In-Charge, UHTC) talked about the importance of breastfeeding for the nutritional requirements of the infant. He emphasized on how breastfeeding is required for the holistic development of the baby, and gave information about when and how to start complementary feeding. Dr. Jubair Shamsi (JR-3) talked about the importance of breastfeeding to the mother, while Dr. Fazeelah Tasleem (JR-3) and Dr. Shaista Parveen (JR-3) held an interactive session with the participants, demonstrated the correct method of breastfeeding and cleared doubts of the participants. Dr. Digvijay Gupta (JR-1) concluded the event by urging the participants to actively promote breastfeeding in their localities.

THE WEEK LONG WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK 2022 CELEBRATIONS OF DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY MEDICINE CULMINATED TODAY WITH A WORKSHOP ON BREASTFEEING AT JAWAHARLAL NEHRU MEDICAL COLLEGE ON 06.08.2022

A workshop on breastfeeding week was organized at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College by the Department of Community Medicine on 06.08.22 for medical and nursing students to make them aware about the importance of breastfeeding and infant feeding with the theme of “step up for breastfeeding: educate and support.” The event was organized with guidance and support of Prof. Rakesh Bhargava, Dean, Faculty of Medicine who was the Guest of Honour, with the help of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, the Organizing Chairperson for the event. Dr. Hameeda Tariq graced the occasion as the Chief Guest of the event.

Dr. Hameeda Tariq stressed upon the importance of breastfeeding for growth and development of the newborns. She also told that breastfeeding plays an important part in increasing intimacy between mother and child and gave examples of countries like Uruguay, Sweden and Oman who have high prevalence of breastfeeding among community and urged the students to guide mothers of the newborns for the same. Prof. Rakesh Bhargava praised the department about efforts to promote breastfeeding among the community and acknowledged the development of breast milk bank in the medical college to promote breastfeeding among newborns. In her welcome address, Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of community medicine said that “optimal breastfeeding is necessary to promote immunity among newborns and also has additional benefits to the mother. Exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life followed by continued breastfeeding with appropriate complementary foods for up to 2 years and beyond, provides an infant the best start possible to life.’’ Later on, a “nukkad natak” was performed by the students of Junior Primary school, Jawan, highlighting the importance of breastfeeding even when the mother goes out to work in the form of expressed breastmilk, the advantages of the same, how to maintain nutrition of lactating female and how the families can help the lactating females.

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Series of awareness lectures and competitions were held at the Urban Health Training Centre of the Department of Community Medicine to observe the ‘Har Ghar Jhanda’ and ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ campaigns.

“Shiba Khan, Naresh Yadav, Ahtsham Mohd Khan and Syed Taheer Ahmad delivered health talks on ‘Freedom from Disease’ at the Primary School Nagla Qila. They apprised school students and teachers on the best ways to maintain personal hygiene”, said Prof Saira Mehnaz (Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine).

Dr Ali Jafar Abedi, Member In-charge, UHRC informed: “Drawing competitions, Nukkad Natak (Street Play), Flag distribution and essay-writing contests were also held at different schools to spread awareness”.

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On the occasion of 75^th Independence Anniversary, a short Nukkad Natak with the theme of T.B. SE AZADI was organized by the Department of Community Medicine in a school in Chandbagh. MBBS student Md. Jargham Qazi introduced about the event, why we are here, what messages we will going to give through our Nukkad Natak. He also said few words about how India got independence. Then a SKIT played by PGs and MBBS students (

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On the occasion of Independence Day, 2022, a week long event was organised Har Ghar Jhanda Programme under "Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav" at Rural Health Training Centre, Jawan from 11th of August to 17th of August, 2022 under the aegis of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The events in this week were very well supervised by Dr. Uzma Eram (Member In-charge, RHTC) and Dr. Tabassum Nawab (Assistant Professor) with the help of Resident doctors, Interns and MSWs under the able guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, JNMC, AMU, Aligarh.

World Blood Donor Day was celebrated under the guidance of Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine on 14th June, 2022 and under the supervision of Dr. Uzma Eram, Member-In-Charge, RHTC, Jawan. The theme for this year was “Donating Blood is an Act of Solidarity”.

Dr. Danish Kamal (JR-1) gave introduction and spoke about the relevance of the theme for this year. Dr. Ayesha (Intern) talked about importance of blood donation along with humanitarian aspect of it. She also talked about the benefits of blood donation for both donor and patient. Dr. Equbal Ahmad (Intern) spoke about who can donate blood and who cannot. He also talked about myths relating to blood donation. The event concluded with the blood donation pledge presided over by Dr. Saleem Mohammad Khan along with the resident doctors, interns and patients. The staff at RHTC helped in organizing the event.

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On the request of Mr. Surkhraj V Kaur, Project manager – ICT and Communication through e-mail dated 5^th May, 2022 regarding participation in the Public Lecture on Fortified Rice at the Collectorate Conference Hall, Aligarh on 07.05.2022 at 03:00 PM. The said awareness campaign W.F.P. was organized with the team of its partner organization New Concept Information System Pvt Ltd.

Prof. Saira Mehnaz, Chairperson, Department of Community Medicine, J.N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh has sent a team of 22 Junior Residents & 03 Medical Social Workers from the Department of Community Medicine who participated in the above said Lecture held on 07.05.2022 at 03:00 PM. 

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The Department of Community Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, is organising the XXI ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF IAPSM UP & UK CHAPTER – 2018 – from 26th -27th October 2018. The VIII Annual Conference of IAPSM UP State Chapter was organized in our Department on 8th and 9th November 1994, and it is a gap of around 24 years that we are organizing this event again. The main theme of the Conference is “Strengthening of health system and renewal of primary health care for universal health coverage”, along with various other subthemes. There will be plenary sessions, invited lectures, contributed papers, oral and poster presentations. Our academic treat will be covering a wide variety of topics relevant to the present times, all related to community medicine and public health.