A one-day orientation for Mahila Arogya Samiti (MAS) on routine immunization was held on August 23, 2024, at the Conference Hall, CMO Office, Mokokchung. The orientation was organized to update and reinforce the skills of MAS members to enhance immunization coverage and ensure that every child receives the necessary vaccinations.
During his welcome speech, Dr Kibangkumba, Chief Medical Officer of Mokokchung, called upon the MAS members to actively participate in all health-related activities and encouraged them to mobilize the community for access to healthcare services.
Communication Officer at John Snow India, Rose, spoke about MAS and its purpose, explaining that Mahila Arogya Samiti (MAS) is a community intervention under the National Urban Health Mission. MAS promotes community participation in health activities and acts as an extended community arm to support and facilitate families in availing health services. It addresses local issues related to health, immunization, nutrition, water, sanitation, and social determinants of health. She also discussed the role of MAS in routine immunization awareness and demand generation.
Dr Mhechekhro Mero from RRT (WHO) gave a PowerPoint presentation on routine immunization micro-planning, the National Immunization Schedule, MCP cards, and post-vaccination care.
Dr Redina, MO at UPHC Mokokchung, discussed the role of MAS in non-immunization health services, such as promoting safe motherhood, breastfeeding, family planning measures, and non-communicable diseases.
The training was attended by MAS members from the Mokokchung Urban area.