A programme on diabetes for physicians, endocrinologists and diabetologists, organised by the Women2Women initiative was held here on Sunday.
Prof Primyambada Mohanty Hejmadi inaugurated the event and lauded the efforts of the Women2Women for conducting the unique training programme. “Diabetes is becoming a pandemic and many women are falling prey to the disease. It is an imperative for the women medical professionals to work as change agents. They should work together, spread awareness and usher in a renaissance which lead to a healthier society and a more vibrant nation,” she said.
The programme focused on training the women participants on the intricacies of diabetes care in women with the objective of prevention and management of diabetes. It addressed several issues of concern with respect to women of different strata, section and background
Notably, the W2W driven by women physicians in endocrinology and diabetes is the brainchild of endocrinologist Dr Usha Sriram from Chennai.