community medicine

Interdepartmental Academic Conclave on Measles

The Department of Community Medicine, Kanyakumari Government Medical College, organized an Interdepartmental Academic Conclave on “Measles Outbreak in the USA and Lessons for India’s Health System,” promoting meaningful academic discussion and interdisciplinary learning on 18 February 2026 at the Third Year Lecture Hall, KGMC. The event was graced by the Vice Principal and the Heads […]

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CME on Communication for a better Healthcare

Kanyakumari Government Medical College & HospitalDepartment of Community Medicine organized a Hybrid CME on Communication for a Better Health Care Accredited by Tamilnadu Medical council credit hours & The TamilNadu Dr.M.G.R Medical University credit points. Prof.Dr. K.U.Suresh Balan , Hod of Department of Community Medicine warmly welcomed the gathering. Our respected Dean Prof. Dr. Leo

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CME on Rabies

The Department of Community Medicine, Kanyakumari Government Medical College & Hospital, successfully organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program titled “Rabies Updates: CARE or FEAR.” The event brought together distinguished faculty, medical students, and clinicians to discuss the latest developments in rabies prevention, diagnosis, and control. Prof. Dr. K. U. Suresh Balan, Vice Principal and

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World Breastfeeding Week

he Department of Community Medicine, Kanyakumari Government Medical College, observed World Breastfeeding Week 2025 on 7th August 2025. The theme for this year:“Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems.” As part of the event, a debate competition was organized for Pre-final year students at the Pre-final Year Lecture Hall. The topic of the debate was:“Who plays

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World ORS Day

Kanyakumari Government Medical College & HospitalDepartment of Community Medicinein association with NSS KGMCHWorld ORS Day – 2025Theme: ‘ Simple solution for a heathier future ‘ World ORS Day is observed every year on July 29th to create awareness & importance of ORS. As a part of the observance, a special event was organized The inaugural

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World Hepatitis Day

Kanyakumari Government Medical College & HospitalDepartment of Community MedicineWorld Hepatitis Day – 2025Theme: “Let’s Break It Down” World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on July 28 to raise global awareness about hepatitis and to encourage prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The theme for 2025, “Let’s Break It Down”, emphasizes simplifying the understanding of hepatitis and

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Career Guidance Program for Higher Secondary Students

A Career Guidance Program was successfully organized by the District Administration, in collaboration with Kanyakumari Government Medical College & Hospital (KGMCH), Asaripallam, and the Department of Community Medicine at Scott Christian College, Nagercoil. The event aimed to create awareness among higher secondary students about various career opportunities in the medical and paramedical fields. -Tmt. R.

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