Himalayan Hospital Conducts Training Program on Menstrual Hygiene
* Facts and figures provided to ASHA Workers and Women in Gauharimafi, Raiwala on Menstrual Hygiene Day*
Various awareness and training programs on menstrual hygiene were organized by the Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant. As part of these initiatives, ASHA workers were informed about menstrual hygiene management for women and girls in rural areas.
The Department of Community Medicine at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) organized a training program for ASHA workers at the Rural Health Training Center (RHTC) in Gauharimafi. Dr. A.K. Srivastava, the head of the department, emphasized that menstrual health is not only a health issue but also a human rights issue. Dr. Abhay Srivastava mentioned that Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed every year on May 28. This year's theme for Menstrual Hygiene Day is "Together for a Period-Friendly World". The aim is to break the silence, raise awareness, and change negative social norms surrounding menstrual health and hygiene. Dr. Neha Sharma provided information on the significant health impacts of poor menstrual hygiene, including infections and other health risks. She emphasized the need for clean and safe menstrual products and the importance of proper disposal methods. Training was also given on maintaining menstrual hygiene using sanitary pads, menstrual cups, and cloth pads. Common myths and misconceptions about menstruation were addressed. Dr. Avni Gupta, Albert Grace, Akash, Arushi, Aanchal, Gargi Tyagi, Rita Bhatt, and Aradhana Dudhpuri contributed to the smooth conduct of the program.
