District Health Society Doda

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As part of an outreach program and on the occasion of Block Diwas Programme, the health department under the supervision of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar and guidance of BMO Thathri Dr Shafqat Javed Zargar, organized a free medical check-up cm awareness camp at Shermatoo Top Chiralla in Medical Block Thathri District Doda on 03-07-2024. The camp was aimed to provide quality medical care and free medicines to the poor and needy people of the area at their doorsteps. On this occasion, around 70- 80 persons were screed for different ailments bedies free medicines were distributed to them during the camp.
The camp focused on educating the locals about various lifestyle diseases like hypertension, diabetes, and other ailments while catering to their immediate medical needs.

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Health Department team holds awareness camp on Leprosy at Sarak Marmat

DODA, JULY 04: The Health Department Doda has launched a village hot spot survey after detection of a suspected Leprosy Case in Village Sarak Marmat falling within the Medical Block Assar.

On the first Day of the campaign being conducted under National Leprosy Control Programme (NLCP), a health team from CMO Office hosted a series of awareness programmes on Leprosy at the Village Sarak, Govt Middle Schools Sarak and Labbar.

The team is slated to conduct house to house survey during the next two days.

Sr. Paramedical Supervisor, Surinder Bijayal who was part of the team, urged the participants to know in detail about the precautions to control leprosy and also threw light on NLEP. He said that highly effective treatment is available to cure leprosy. “Early detection and timely treatment and dosage are essential to eradicate leprosy,” he added.

Moreover, along with Leprosy, awareness regarding Malaria was also imparted to the general public by the visiting team.

The team comprised of Dr Javed Parray, Medical Officer Leprosy, Krishan Chand (Sr.PMA), Ram Raj (PMA) and Farooq Ahmed (JHI) from Malaria Unit Doda

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Acting upon the directions of worthy Director FW, MCH & Immunization J&K and Asstt. Director FW, MCH & Immunization Jammu, in view of the World Population Day 2024, a quiz competition of health care workers (FMPHWs) of District Doda was held today on 04-07-2024 in the premises of Dy CMO Office Doda, held under the supervision of Dy CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar, holding the charge of CMO Doda also and DIO Doda Dr Versha Sharma.

In the quiz competition, a total of 13 participants from different medical blocks participated & out of which, 02 FMPHWs were selected for appearing in the UT level competition scheduled on 10th of July 2024 in Jammu.

Dr Om Kumar, while giving detail about the event, said that a quiz examination of FMPHWs from each medical block was held, which was conducted by the staff of Dy CMO Office Doda, in a fair and transparent manner.

Dr Kumar, also impressed upon the selectee FMPHWs to appear in UT level competition on the scheduled date with full preparation and knowledge, so as to bring larurels to the health department.

The staff who were present and conducted the examination were Mr Shiv Pal Singh (DMEIO), Ms Priyanka Manhas (VCCM), Ms Sheetal (JHI), Mr Zahid Sharief (JHI), Mr Ravinder Singh (Projectionist), Ms Shazia (DEO) and Mr Pawan Singh (CCT).

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As part of an outreach program and on the occasion of Block Diwas Programme, the health department under the supervision of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar and guidance of BMO Thathri Dr Shafqat Javed Zargar, organized a free medical check-up cm awareness camp at Shermatoo Top Chiralla in Medical Block Thathri District Doda on 03-07-2024. The camp was aimed to provide quality medical care and free medicines to the poor and needy people of the area at their doorsteps. On this occasion, around 70- 80 persons were screed for different ailments bedies free medicines were distributed to them during the camp. The camp focused on educating the locals about various lifestyle diseases like hypertension, diabetes, and other ailments while catering to their immediate medical needs.

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*Health team visits Sarak Marmat; hold awareness session on Leprosy*

DODA, July 04:

After detection of new Leprosy Case in Village Sarak Marmat, falling under Medical Block Assar, the village hot spot survey has been started in the village by the health team from CMO Office Doda.

On this occasion, on day first an awareness programme regarding Leprosy was organised at Village Sarak, Govt Middle Schools Sarak and Labbar and similarly during 2nd and 3rd day house to house survey shall be conducted and on 6th June 2024 skin examination camp shall be held at AAM Labbar.

Sr Paramedical Supervisor, Mr Surinder Bijayal who was also part of the team, urged the participants to know the strategy to control leprosy and also threw light on NLEP. He said that highly effective treatment is available to cure leprosy adding that early detection and timely treatment and dosage are essential to eradicate leprosy.

Moreover, along with Leprosy awareness regarding Malaria was also given to general public by the visiting team.

The team comprising of Dr Javed Parray Medical Officer Leprosy, Mr Surinder Singh (Paramedical Supervisor), Krishan Chand (Sr.PMA), Mr Ram Raj (PMA) and Mr Farooq Ahmed (JHI) from Malaria Unit Doda.

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*Free MMU Camp held at Kotli Doda*

DODA, July 03:

As a part of outreach programme and under the supervision of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar, District Health Society Doda organized a free medical check up cm awareness camp at Village Kotli area falling in Medical Block Ghat on 03-07-2024 under MMU.

The medical camp was organized with the aim to provide quality medical care and free medicines to the poor and needy people of the area besides to reach out to them at their door steps.

During the camp, the medical team headed by Dr Sanjeev Singh (MLHP/CHO) along with MMU Staff viz Mr Swami Raj (Phst), Mr Ajeet Singh (Helper) and Mr Sanjay Kumar rendered their services and screened around 80 patients who had come from different areas, and got benefited from the camp. Free medicine was also distributed among patients on the occasion.

The camp was aimed at educating the locals about various lifestyle diseases like Hypertension, Diabetes and other ailments besides to catered for the medical needs of the locals of the area.

The health department took this special initiatives of to provide better healthcare services to the people living in the farflung areas, to meet the immediate healthcare needs.

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Free medical check-up cm camp held at Kotli-Doda

DODA, JULY 03: As part of an outreach program, the District Health Society Doda, and under the supervision of CMO, Dr. Om Kumar, organized a free medical check-up cm awareness camp at Village Kotli, located in Medical Block Ghat, on July 3, 2024, under the MMU initiative.

The camp aimed to provide quality medical care and free medicines to the poor and needy people of the area at their doorsteps. The medical team, led by Dr. Sanjeev Singh (MLHP/CHO), along with MMU staff members Mr. Swami Raj (Pharmacist), Mr. Ajeet Singh (Helper), and Mr. Sanjay Kumar, rendered their services and screened around 80 patients from different areas. Free medicines were distributed to the patients during the camp.

The camp focused on educating the locals about various lifestyle diseases like hypertension, diabetes, and other ailments while catering to their immediate medical needs. This special initiative by the health department aims to provide better healthcare services to people living in far-flung areas and to meet their immediate healthcare needs effectively.

Acting upon the directions of worthy Chief Medical Officer Doda Dr Om Kumar, the Block Medical Officer Assar Dr. Shabir Ahmed Dar conducted a meeting with the prominent members and locals of the Village kilhota Block Assar. The meeting was held to discuss regarding the opening of Health Centre in the village.

After threadbare discussions and deliberations, the locals collectively choose a central place in consulation with health team for establishing of Health Centre and also offered rent free accommodation for new centre as a good will gesture.

The officials from BMO Office Assar accompanied BMO Assar during the visit.

The local populace of the area expressed their gratitude to CMO Doda and BMO Assar for their timely intervention, which would improve the healthcare in the area as they will get the better healthcare services at their door steps. BMO Assar Dr Shabir Ahmed Dar informed that this initiative will improve healthcare accessibility in the area and ensure continuous medical support for the local population.

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In view of the ongoing Population Mobilzation fortnight, the CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar on 01-07-2024 took a review meeting through virtual mode with all Incharges of health institutions of the District. During the meeting, the CMO stressed on the sensitization and awareness among masses at community level regarding different family planning services.

It was informed by the CMO that Population Dat celebration have been divided into two fortnight. The first fortnight is being celebrated as the Awareness & Mobilization fortnight, wherein the primary focus shall be on encouraging people to use family planning methods and informing them about the array of contraception methods available, whereas in the second fortnight, focus mainly on Population Stabilization & to provide family planning/sterilzation services to the persons who will get themselves registered in the awareness forthnight.

To make family planning facilities more accessible, the CMO Doda directed the health staff to provide consultations on various family planning methods, ensuring services are available for eligible beneficiaries.

CMO on this occasion, impressed upon all the health functionaries to mobilize ASHAs and health workers and to conduct different activities under this onoing phase.

District Immunization Officer Doda Dr Versha Sharma and Mohd Shafi Attu (HE) were also present in the meeting.

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The Block Medical Officer Gandoh Dr Ghansham Singh, on 29-06-2024 visited AAM- Health Sub Centre Kanser and Chonwari falling under Medical Block Gandoh to review the functioning of the health institution and services being provided to the local population. During his visit, BMO Gandoh took a detailed round of the centre and checked all the relevant record. He directed all the staff to remain punctual towards their duties to provide the medicines and other medical facilities to the patients and remain caring and compassionate towards them.

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Doctors Day greetings to all hardworking doctors who play a key role in saving lives and making our planet healthier.

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On the directions of higher authorities and the guidance of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar, the health department across the District observed the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2024 in health centres on 26-06-2024. During the event, the participants united to raise awareness about the devastating consequences of drugs abuse and the need to combat illicit trafficking. The staff on this occasion also took the pledge to continue their efforts by implementing robust awareness campaigns on the significance of the day.

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This International Day Against Drug Abuse, let us all pledge to stay away from drug abuse. Be responsible, be safe and be healthy.

Anti Malaria Month from 1st June to 30th June 2024. Lets come together to eliminate Malaria.

Worthy Chief Medical Officer Doda Dr Om Kumar was felicitated by Deputy Commissioner Doda Sh Harvinder Singh (IAS) and Department of AYUSH Doda during the 10th edition of International Day of Yoga held at Sports Stadium Doda on 21-06-2024.

Staff of Medical Block Ghat headed by Block Medical Officer Ghat Dr Ab Gafoor Ahmed, during their active participation in the 10th edition of International Day of Yoga at Sports Stadium Doda today on 21st June 2024.

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Like other parts of the UT J&K, the Health Department Doda across the district on 21-06-2024 celebrated the 10th edition of International Day of Yoga today in the health centres with great fervor and enthusiasm. The theme of this year's celebration was "Yoga for self and society " was celebrated by the health department on the directions of worthy Director Health Services Jammu, Mission Director NHM J&K and Deputy Commissioner Doda and overall supervision of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar. On this occasion, the staff participated in a variety of other activities besides the performance of Yog Asanas and to raise awareness among the public about the significance of the day. All the events across the medical blocks were closely monitored and supervised by Block Medical Officers (All). The International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrated annually on June 21 aims to generate awareness about its vast potential in improving overall health and wellbeing and to inculcate the practice of yoga among citizens.

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On the directions of higher authorities including Deputy Commissioner Doda and under the supervision of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar, the officers/officials of health department Doda today actively participated in the 10th edition of International Day of Yoga at Sports Stadium Doda with great fervor and enthusiasm.The celebration, marking the 10th International Day of Yoga, emphasizes the profound impact of Yoga on young minds and bodies, aiming to unite thousands in the practice and promote global health and wellness. During the event, thousands of participants took part in the celebration.

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DC Doda chairs DLCC review meeting to curb To***co use in District

DODA, JUNE 15: In order to review the detailed parameters suitable to curb the menace of to***co use, particularly focusing on to***co-free educational institutions, a District Level Coordinator Committee (DLCC) meeting was held today at the conference hall of the DC office complex Doda.

The meeting was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh, who also serves as the Chairman of the District Health Society Doda. Stakeholders from various sectors, including medical health insurance, participated in the meeting.

During the meeting, several key points were discussed, such as the installation of warning boards in to***co sales areas. The Deputy Commissioner directed the formation of a flying squad to monitor to***co sales in restricted zones, emphasizing that no to***co products should be sold near schools. He also instructed the CEO Doda to review and ensure the implementation of to***co-free schools. Additionally, the formation of village-level coordination committees was proposed to work towards making villages to***co-free.

The meeting saw attendance from prominent officials including ADC Doda Sudershan Kumar, ACR Doda Sunil Bhutyal, ACD Doda Manoj Kumar, CPO Doda Manesh Kumar, ARTO Doda Rajesh Gupta, CEO Doda PL Thapa, CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar, police officers, principals of various government colleges, the medical superintendent of AH GMC Doda, BMOs, and others.

The discussion also covered the need for "No Smoking" stickers on public transport and SRTC buses, the declaration of all government premises as to***co-free zones, and the use of the ToFEI app to declare educational institutions as to***co-free. The Deputy Commissioner urged all stakeholders to work collaboratively towards making Doda a "Nasha Mukt" (drug-free) district.

Further, the Deputy Commissioner directed the ARTO Doda to ensure that all buses and matadors display warning posters and stickers about the dangers of to***co use. He also stressed the importance of maximizing tuberculosis testing as part of the administration’s goal to make the district TB-free. Educational institutions will receive warning notices to prevent student and minor indulgence in to***co use. The meeting concluded with a call to action for all participants to unite in efforts to achieve a to***co-free and drug-free Doda.

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DC Doda chairs DLCC review meeting to curb To***co use in District

DODA, JUNE 15: In order to review the detailed parameters suitable to curb the menace of to***co use, particularly focusing on to***co-free educational institutions, a District Level Coordinator Committee (DLCC) meeting was held today at the conference hall of the DC office complex Doda.

The meeting was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh, who also serves as the Chairman of the District Health Society Doda. Stakeholders from various sectors, including medical health insurance, participated in the meeting.

During the meeting, several key points were discussed, such as the installation of warning boards in to***co sales areas. The Deputy Commissioner directed the formation of a flying squad to monitor to***co sales in restricted zones, emphasizing that no to***co products should be sold near schools. He also instructed the CEO Doda to review and ensure the implementation of to***co-free schools. Additionally, the formation of village-level coordination committees was proposed to work towards making villages to***co-free.

The meeting saw attendance from prominent officials including ADC Doda Sudershan Kumar, ACR Doda Sunil Bhutyal, ACD Doda Manoj Kumar, CPO Doda Manesh Kumar, ARTO Doda Rajesh Gupta, CEO Doda PL Thapa, CMO Doda Om Prakash, police officers, principals of various government colleges, the medical superintendent of AH GMC Doda, BMOs, and others.

The discussion also covered the need for "No Smoking" stickers on public transport and SRTC buses, the declaration of all government premises as to***co-free zones, and the use of the ToFEI app to declare educational institutions as to***co-free. The Deputy Commissioner urged all stakeholders to work collaboratively towards making Doda a "Nasha Mukt" (drug-free) district.

Further, the Deputy Commissioner directed the ARTO Doda to ensure that all buses and matadors display warning posters and stickers about the dangers of to***co use. He also stressed the importance of maximizing tuberculosis testing as part of the administration’s goal to make the district TB-free. Educational institutions will receive warning notices to prevent student and minor indulgence in to***co use. The meeting concluded with a call to action for all participants to unite in efforts to achieve a to***co-free and drug-free Doda.

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In an effort to tackle vector borne diseases during the summer season and to prevent its spread in the district, the health department Doda kick-started the district wide awareness campaign and released Gambusia Fishes in a fountain/pond at Old Bus Stand Doda and in Block Assar on 13-06-2024.

On the directions of DHS Jammu Dr Rakesh Magotra, State Malariologist Dr D J Raina Jammu and under the guidance of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar, the Malaria Unit of CMO Office Doda released gambusia fishes at different locations in the district. The Malaria Officials informed that the gambusia fish which is also called as Mosquito Fish eats the mosquito larvae and helps in controlling the spread of various diseases like Dengue & Malaria. Pertinent to mention here that the health department has been organizing awareness programmes in the community since the last one month as a part of Anti Dengue Month to inform the general public about the prevention and control of various vector borne diseases.

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The Block Medical Officer Gandoh Dr Ghansham Singh, on 12-06-2024 visited AAM- Health & Wellness Centre Bhargi falling under Medical Block Gandoh to review the functioning of the health institution and services being provided to the local population. During his visit, BMO Gandoh took a detailed round of the centre and checked all the relevant record. He directed all the staff to remain punctual towards their duties to provide the medicines and other medical facilities to the patients and remain caring and compassionate towards them.

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As a part of outreach activity under Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) and Rashtriya Kishore Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK), a health team from Medical Block Thathri under the guidance of CMO Doda Dr Om Kumar and BMO Thathri Dr. Shafqat Javeed Zargar visited Govt UPS Indloo and HWC Khara on 11-06-2024 in connection with RKSK implementation programme and screening cm awareness of adolescent students about nutrition, sexual & reproductive health besides screening for various disease as prescribed under RBSK scheme and RKSK Scheme. The health staff on the occasion educated the students about health hygiene, various diseases, preventive measures, sanitation and environment for good health besides awareness was also generated about the ongoing Anaemia Mukt Bharat Campaign for which necessary medicines were distributed among them.

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To carry out the different activities and in order to ensure holistic development of Adolescent population under Rashtriya Kishore Swastha Karyakram (RKSK), the Block Medical Officer Thathri Dr Shafqat Javed Zargar on 08-06-2024 convened a meeting with the staff of CHC Thathri.

The meeting which was attended by Dr Bishen Singh (Consultant Orthopedic), Mr Jonson Chandail (Divisional ASHA Coordinator), BMEO NHM, Block Accounts Manager Thathri, Block Coordinator Adolescent Health and AFs held deliberations on various aspects of the scheme and discussed the different activities to be covered under the scheme for the financial year 2024-25 which includes Adolescent Health Day, Adolescent Friendly Club meeting, ASHA Incentives for mobilizing Adolescent & Community, Workshop and different Trainings covered under the programme.

The chair (BMO Thathri) passed necessary directions to all the participants and stressed upon them to work in a cordial atmosphere, so that the target fixed under the programme shall meet in a time bound manner and to implement the programme at gross root level.

The BMO also directed the Coordinator concerned and other participants to coordinate with RBSK teams for making necessary field visits to visit schools, AWCs and facilitate counselling to adolescent groups on RKSK on priority.

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*CMO Doda reviews functioning of RBSK programme*

Directs teams to make extra efforts to strengthen the scheme at gross root level

DODA, June 07:

The Chief Medical Officer Doda Dr Om Kumar on 07-06-2024 convened a meeting of RBSK staff working in the department, to review the overall functioning of Rashtriya Bal Swastha Karyakaram (RBSK) programme in the Distrct.

The meeting was attended by District Programme Manager NHM Mr Jahangir Mehta, Programme Manager DEIC (RBSK) Mr Faizan Elahi Butt besides RBSK Medical Officers from Assar, Bhaderwah, Gandoh, Ghat and Thathri blocks.

At the outset, the DPM NHM & Manager DEIC gave a detailed PowerPoint Presentation and highlighted the targets/achievements under RBSK programmes of the previous and current year.

Addressing the meeting, the CMO stressed upon all the staff to work with utmost dedication and honesty, adding that the people have direct concern with the health department, being the most sensitive sector.

While reviewing the RBSK programme, the CMO directed all the concerned to to reach out every area for proper screening of different ailments among the childern for their timely treatment, in accordance with the necessary guidelines.

The CMO said that Doda district has adequate healthcare infrastructure to manage the universal immunization programme and surveillance activities to achieve the target. He urged upon the Health functionaries of the district to take all possible measures and give focused attention in different health programmes.

CMO Doda emphasized that RBSK is an innovative and ambitious initiative which envisages Child Health screening and Early Intervention Services, a systemic approach of early identification and link to care, support and treatment. The efficacy of the scheme shall depend upon ensuring 100% coverage of the beneficiary population in a time bound manner, through coordination with various stakeholders.

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The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Doda, Dr Om Kumar on 05-06-2024 conducted a surprise visit to AAM Sub Centre Drudhu in Block Bhaderwah District Doda to review healthcare facilities being provided to the patients. During the visit, CMO Doda interacted with doctors & paramedics and received feedback regarding the facilities being provided to the patients. He inspected various aspects such as overall cleanliness, medical facilities, presence of staff and the quality of healthcare services provided. The surprise visit of the CMO aimed to ensure that the health centre is meeting the required standards and regulations for providing healthcare services to the community. CMO Doda was accompanied by Mr Mohammad Faheem (Incharge NCD) and other health functionaries.

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On 05.06.2024, the Block Medical Officer Assar Dr Shabir Ahmed Dar visited/inspected newly established Sub Centre Gagla and AAM Chill in Block Assar District Doda. During the inspection the punctuality of staff was checked and the staff was directed to update the record on a daily basis. The Status of ABHA IDs, NCD Screening, ANC, Delivery updating on RCH register and Anmool portal .The incharge was also directed to update RCH register on daily basis and all the record was briefly checked.

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Under the supervision of Block Medical Officer Assar Dr Shabir Ahmed Dar, the staff of NTPHC Khellani in collaboration with 7th Bn SSB organized a plantation drive at Khellani in Medical Block Assar on 05-06-2024, to observe the celebration of World Environment Day 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of reforestation and environmental sustainability.

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