Raising Awareness on Non-Communicable Diseases at the Faculty of Medicine

This programme aimed to promote healthy dietary habits and physical activity among the non-academic staff of the Jaffna Medical Faculty.

Students conducted a presentation at the Conference Hall, which covered topics such as disease awareness, causes, signs and symptoms, medical and non-medical management through lifestyle modification, as well as practical guidance on crafting feasible healthy diets and incorporating exercise into busy schedules. The students also conducted a quiz at the end of the programme.

The students produced instructional videos showcasing cost-effective healthy dietary preparations and simple exercises. These materials, along with brochures, were offered as take-home resources to the participants. Students documented their campaign through videos for online dissemination via the YouTube platform.

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Group students: D. G. Malithi Apeksha Bandara, T. Sankavi, K. Mathusa, M. Swathinee, T. Thilacshana, N. M. Aasique, M. Rumesh Dhananjaya Perera, R. Hemakiri, J. A. D. Nenudya Nimnadie, T. Dinojan, M. Arulalini

Supervisor: Dr. N. Parameswaran

Time duration: 20th December 2023- 22nd January 2024

Place: Conference Hall, Jaffna Medical Faculty