NEIGRIHMS observes World Lung Cancer Day in Meghalaya

 SHILLONG: The Department of Surgical Oncology, NEIGRIHMS and Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, College of Nursing, NEIGRIHMS organized a poster-making competition on the theme ‘Be Aware and Be Safe’ in observance of World Lung Cancer Day on August 1 at NEIGRIHMS. This event was supported by Northeast India Association of Surgical Oncology (NASO).

Around 100 BSc. and MSc. students (Medical Surgical Nursing Department) actively participated in the competition. Prof (Dr) C Daniala, Medical Superintendent, NEIGRIHMS, and one of the judges, said that the posters were informative and captivating. Dr Caleb Harris, Associate Professor, Department of Surgical Oncology and Prof. Nochovono Tase, Principal, College of Nursing, NEIGRIHMS were the other judges.

Dr Caleb Harris said that more than 70% of the cancers in Meghalaya are related to tobacco-related, with 47% of the adult population in Meghalaya use tobacco, in comparison to the national average of 28.6%. The posters, according to him were engrossing. Prof. Nochovono Tase said that these posters will aid in spreading awareness on lung cancer. The winners will be given cash prizes and certificates, apart from participation certificates for all. The best posters will be displayed in different areas of the hospital for patient awareness, stated a press release.

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