A free medical camp was organised at Mt. Sinai Higher Secondary School, Kohima, in collaboration with the 13 Assam Rifles.
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KOHIMA — A free medical camp was organised for students from Nursery up to Class 6 at Mt. Sinai Higher Secondary School, Kohima, in collaboration with the 13 Assam Rifles on Wednesday.
Chairman of Mt. Sinai Higher Secondary School, Medozho Zango, said that after assuming the role of school chairman this year, a meeting was held with the students and faculty. The teachers highlighted that student distraction is often linked to complaints of blurred vision, and they recommended eye screening.
In response, they decided to organise a medical camp and reached out to one of the alumni, who is now a practicing physician, to lead the initiative.
Principal of Mt. Sinai Higher Secondary School, Monica Chowdhury, noted that in today's busy world, health often takes a back seat, especially for children. The medical camp serves as a reminder that prevention is better than cure, she said, adding that a healthy child lives better and dreams bigger.
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In his brief address, Second-in-Command Dr. Robin Goyal, Chief Medical Officer of the 13 Assam Rifles, urged the children to prioritise their health, as it is what will take them forward.
Dr. Goyal and Second-in-Command Dr. Munulu Hesuh, Chief Medical Officer of Headquarters IGAR (North), along with other paramedics, conducted general health check-ups for the children. Meanwhile, optometrist Dr. Weleü conducted eye screenings for the students.