DAV School kng holds Osteoporosis Day

Bhubaneswar, Oct 21: DAV Public School, Kalinga Nagar, Bhubaneswar observed World Osteoporosis Day on October 20. In this connection, an awareness Programme on ‘Joint and back pain’ was organised on virtual platform. Dr. Smarajit Patnaik, Senior Consultant, Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospital, Bhubaneswar attended the programme as the Chief Speaker and addressed on the problems of osteoporosis, osteoarthritis and joint and back pain that have become prevalent now a days.

Dr Pattnaik in his address to the teachers highlighted on the gravity of these health issues unless detected and treated at an early stage. He emphasised on yoga, regular physical exercises, morning and evening physical activities are the prime sources in curing this type of problem other than medicines. After his deliberation, the chief guest answered a wide range of questions by the staff members.

The Principal of the school Bipin Kumar Sahoo in his welcome address highlighted the crucial role played by the doctor community in fighting the pandemic and the importance of such programmes in spreading awareness among people.

Sr. faculty member of the school Mr. Jagdish Chandra Das Adhikary co-ordinated the entire programme which was arranged and conducted smoothly by the Health & wellness club of the School.