Mokokchung, 26 November (MTNews): A three-day program on introduction and training of palliative care was conducted from 22nd to 24th November 2023 by Dr Obangjungla (Retired General Physician) at the School of Nursing, Dr Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital, Mokokchung.
A total of 124 students in three batches were trained to equip the students with the knowledge of palliative care, as the subject is not in the curriculum. It is a much felt need in the present scenario with the rise in the cases of cancer, stroke, chronic kidney disease, chronic liver disease and other debilitating chronic diseases, a comprehensive health care to relieve the total pain which includes physical, emotional, social and spiritual dimensions.