On the occasion of World Diabetes Day, the Workshop Committee in collaboration with the Indian Medical Association, Bardez, organised a Talk on Healthy Living for the students of Std. XII Arts A, B and C on 14th November 2025, in the St. Joseph Vaz Auditorium from 12:00 noon to1:15 pm.
The Resource Persons were Dr. Swapnil Arsekar, MD Medicine, Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Dr. Sachin Narvekar and Dietician Ms. Sampada Naik…
Ms. Christine Almeida welcomed the guests and Ms. Ruhi and Ms. Kashish presented the guests with potted plants. Dr. Swapnil shared his expertise and insights on Diabetes, the Silent Epidemic, the main types of Diabetes Type 1 and Type 2, the causes and preventive measures. He advised students to have a balanced diet, to stop consuming junk foods and to engage in different forms of exercises to keep sugars under control. . Dr. Sachin too advised students on the importance of enjoying good health and the need for regular check-ups for students and parents.
Dietician Sampada stressed on the food pyramid that needs to be followed for better health. The sessions were informative and enriching. The vote of thanks was proposed by Ms. Rachel.