Chandigarh May 17, 2022
World Hypertension Day
To commemorate the World Hypertension Day (WHD) Mehr Chand Mahajan, Boys Hostel no.1, Panjab University, Chandigarh organized a free blood pressure checking camp and awareness program on May 17, 2022. Health camp was inaugurated by Dr. Rajeev Kumar, Warden, Boys Hostel No. 1. Prof. Jagtar Singh, DSW(M) graced the occasion. Dr. Manoj Kumar, Ph.D (Public Health) was resource person on this occasion. Screening was done by a team from the Public Health Department, Panjab University which included Dr. Ashwani Kumar Rana, Dr. Gursimran Kaur, Dr. Kunal Singh and Dr. Vidhi.
Around 65 residents, staff members and mess workers within the age bracket of 25-60 years were screened for their blood pressure on this occasion. Around 16 candidates were diagnosed with high blood pressure. They were counselled and guided by the team regarding the healthy eating habits, lifestyle changes, stress and anger management etc. They also recommended details health examination to these candidates.
