Dialysis unit inaugurated at District Hospital Zunheboto

• DIMAPUR — A state-of-the-art haemodialysis unit at Hezukhu Memorial District Hospital Zunheboto was inaugurated on Wednesday.
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• The facility, sponsored by Indian Oil Aarogyam, was formally inaugurated by Dharam Raj, Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Zunheboto.
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• Speaking at the inaugural programme, the DC expressed gratitude to the Department of Health and Family Welfare and acknowledged the district hospital authority for their tireless efforts in bringing the essential facility to the district.
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  Dharam Raj inaugurating the haemodialysis unit at District Hospital Zunheboto on Wednesday.

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• Highlighting the rising cases of cancer and kidney-related diseases, he stated that installation of a dialysis unit was a milestone achievement in public healthcare for the district, stated an update from the office of the chief medical officer (CMO) of Zunheboto.
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• He called upon the stakeholders and community leaders to view the development as a beacon of hope and stressed on the importance of community cooperation in sustaining such healthcare services.
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• In his keynote address, Dr. S Kuotsutho, Medical Superintendent of Zunheboto, informed that the dialysis unit would be managed by a trained technician, nurses and doctors and supervised by specialist physicians, ensuring a high standard of patient care.
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• He added that the initiative has not only expanded critical health services at the hospital but also reaffirmed the commitment to provide accessible and quality healthcare to the people of Zunheboto.
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• The chairperson of the programme, Dr. K Shikato Sema, Senior Medical Officer (SMO) of District Hospital, highlighted that chronic kidney failure, often resulting from uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes mellitus have been a growing concern in the district.

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• He pointed out that, until now, patients were compelled to travel outside the district to seek and undergo dialysis treatment, incurring significant financial and emotional distress. With the installation of the facility, he stated that patients and their families would now have access to essential treatment locally, reducing costs and ensuring timely care.
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• Delivering the vote of thanks, Dr. K Akaho Sema, senior specialist at the district hospital, appreciated all stakeholders and reiterated the department’s unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare in the district.
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• The programme was attended by representatives from civil society organisations, Sumi Totimi Hoho, town councillors, staff of the district hospital and the CMO’s office.