27/09/2025
Report on Health Talk – Tuberculosis and Nikshya Mitra
Venue: ESIC Hospital, Bhiwadi
Organized by: Department of Pulmonary Medicine
Date: 25/09/25
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Introduction
The Department of Pulmonary Medicine, ESIC Hospital, Bhiwadi, organized a health talk to spread awareness about Tuberculosis (TB) and the government initiative Nikshya Mitra under the National TB Elimination Program (NTEP). The session aimed to educate participants about TB prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and the importance of community support for TB patients.
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Program Highlights
1. Welcome Address:
The program began with a welcome note by the Head of Pulmonary Medicine, emphasizing the importance of TB awareness in workplace and community settings.
2. Health Talk on Tuberculosis:
Causes, symptoms, and modes of transmission of TB were explained.
Importance of early diagnosis through sputum examination and CBNAAT testing was highlighted.
Standard DOTS treatment and availability of free medicines under NTEP were discussed.
Myths and misconceptions about TB were addressed.
3. Awareness on Nikshya Mitra:
Participants were informed about the Nikshya Mitra initiative, which provides nutritional and social support to TB patients through community donors, organizations, and individuals.
The role of corporates and community volunteers in adopting TB patients was explained.
4. Interactive Session:
Queries from employees and participants were addressed by the doctors.
Educational materials (pamphlets/posters) were distributed.
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Outcome
Participants gained knowledge about TB symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
Awareness about free diagnostic and treatment facilities at ESIC and government hospitals was reinforced.
The talk encouraged community members and organizations to participate in Nikshya Mitra to support TB patients.
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Conclusion
The health talk successfully enhanced awareness among ESIC employees and beneficiaries. The initiative highlighted the import