Mokokchung observed Global Iodine Deficiency Disorder Prevention Day under the theme ‘Understanding the Importance of Iodine for the Body’ at the MMC conference hall on October 21, 2023. The event was organized by the National Iodine Deficiency Disorders Control Program, Mokokchung.
Dr Limanaro, District Program Officer (NCO), highlighted the significance of iodized salt and its associated benefits, while encouraging regular iodine consumption. A demonstration of salt analysis was conducted by Tialemla, an ASHA worker, and the program was chaired by Watisenla, DCM.