Department of Psychiatry, Nagaland Institute of Medical Science and Research (NIMSR) observed World Health Day under the theme “It’s time to prioritize mental health in the workplace” at lecture theatre NIMSR, Wednesday.
Speaking at the event, principal director DoH&FW E. Motsuthung Patton said access to health care was the basic human right and that no one can be denied.
He urged the gathering to work together to break the stigma surrounding the community and encouraged to stay healthy by engaging in proper diet, exercise daily and stay connected with the society.
Dean cum Director NIMSR, Dr. Soumya Chakraborty in her brief address said it was not a shame to handle mental disorder and encouraged to practise the same.
She urged the students to approach the mentors, felicitates and teachers whom they trust and handle the issue together. The event also witnessed poster and essay competition