Vellore govt. hospital celebrates International Day for Older Persons
The Government Medical College Hospital in Vellore celebrated the International Day for Older Persons with a series of events focused on healthy ageing. The program included a rally, health awareness sessions, and cultural performances to promote dignity and care for the elderly.
Why it matters
Highlights the growing importance of geriatric care and social inclusion for aging populations in public health systems.
Vellore govt. hospital celebrates International Day for Older Persons left The dean of the hospital, Professor S. Muthu Chitra, inaugurated the celebrations and explained the needs of the elderly and the importance of their health care. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/tamil-nadu/m5k9sm/article71593296.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/elders-2.jpg VELLORE The Government Medical College Hospital, Vellore, has organised a series of events including rally and cultural events at its campus here as part of celebration of International Day of Older Persons on Friday. According to a press release, this year’s theme was “Ageing with Dignity: Strengthening Care and Support System for Older Persons”. The program commenced with a rally around the campus involving students, including nursing and physician assistant streams. It was followed by a health awareness programme in the outpatient block premises. The dean of the hospital, Professor S.
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