Pune, February 2023: The Don Bosco Development Society (DBDS) organized three health awareness sessions for women residing in various slums of Pune. 48 women participated in these awareness sessions held under the aegis of ‘Health care and Sustainable Environment Project’’ supported by AXA Business Services.

The objective of the programme was to educate women on health, hygiene and health risk behaviour. Three health awareness sessions were organized this month in the slums of Pune and Chinchwad. 48 ladies participated in these awareness sessions. The objective of the programme was to educate women on health, hygiene and health risk behaviour. The details of sessions conducted are as follows:

First session was held on 7th February 2023 at Ajanta Nagar slum for 22 women. Mrs Rajshree Deshkhire was the resource person. Second session was held on 9th February 2023 for 12 women in Jay Jawan Nagar slum. Mr Nagsen Chavan was the resource person. Third session was held on 27th February 2023 at Shelar Chawl slum for 14 women. Mr.Nagsen Chavan was the resource person.

In these sessions following topics were covered by the resource person:

• Personal Hygiene, Nutrition, age related ailments

• Oral Cancer; Causes, Symptoms and Treatment 

• Testing, screening and treatment of Breast Cancer and Cervical Cancer

Following suggestions were given by the resource person: 

• Do not smoke or chew tobacco

• Limit alcohol consumption

• Eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables and grains

• Do not be overweight

• Lead an active life and exercise