Pune, August 2023: The Don Bosco Development Society (DBDS) organized three health awareness sessions for adults residing in various slums of Pune. 75 people participated in these awareness sessions held under the aegis of ‘Women Empowerment Project’ supported by AXA Business Services.

The objective of the programme was to educate adults on health, hygiene and health risk behaviour. The details of sessions conducted are as follows:

First session was organized on 8th August 2023 at Aaple Ghar slum for 17 women. Mrs. Anita Patekar was the resource person. 

Second session was held on 9th August 2023 for 30 women in Ajanta Nagar slum. Mrs. Akshada Naik and Mrs. Rajshree Deshkhire were the resource persons. 

Third session was held on 17th August 2023 at Vidya Nagar slum for 28 women. Mrs. Vibhawari Kamble 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