A one-day free diabetes detection camp was successfully conducted at Tentha Heibung Mamang Leikai, Thoubal district. The camp aimed at promoting early diagnosis and awareness cum treatment of diabetes among the localities. The camp was jointly organized by the TESRA Club, Tentha, the Lions Club Canchipur Palace, and the Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, Manipur University, in collaboration with TOTO Diagnostic Centre, Singjamei. Qualified medical staff and technicians carried out blood glucose tests, ECG, and Hypertension tests etc., and provided basic health consultation free of cost. The participants were also provided with information on the causes, symptoms, prevention, and management of diabetes, with special emphasis on regular physical activity, balanced diet, and lifestyle modification.
The dignitaries present were Prof. Maibam Nodiyachand Singh, Department of PESS, MU, and former HOD, Deptt. of Yoga, Manipur University, and the Research guide of the camp, Dr. Khwairakpam Hemanta Singh, M.O. Bashikhong, Lions Club Canchipur Palace Vice President – 1, Naorem Surchandra Singh, President TESRA Club. Ningombam Thoiba Singh Lions Club Canchipur Palace President and UE Manipur University, Dr. Kh. Mukta Singh, Faculty, Manipur International University, Asem Toto Singh, Proprietor TOTO Diagnostic Center, Singjamei. Speaking at the occasion, Prof. Maibam Nodiyachand Singh highlighted that diabetes is rapidly emerging as a major public health concern in Manipur and can be reduced through appropriate exercise. He stressed the use of proper lifestyle management for longevity, a happy life, and an accurate exercise prescription.
A team of the Research Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, Manipur University, under the Guidance of Prof. M. Nodiyachand Singh was also present. Dr. Hemanta said that the benefit of early detection of different diseases and different health information. Naorem Surchandra Singh, President of TESRA Club, Tentha Heibung, and Mamang Leikai expressed their views on Local Issues. Dr. Kh. Mukta Singh, Faculty at Manipur International University, gave a lecture on Yoga and Health based on the current situation.
Ningombam Thoiba Singh, Lions Club Canchipur Palace President, and UE Manipur University gave a presidential address. Other dignitaries present at the occasion also discussed the symptoms and advised people to follow a healthy lifestyle and to eat a balanced diet. Volunteers from the organizing team actively assisted in registration and awareness activities, ensuring the smooth conduct of the camp. The organisers expressed their gratitude to the medical team from TOTO Diagnostic Center and the local community for their cooperation and support. There were 50 patients present in the camp.
