A&A foundation in association with Halasuru residents welfare association (HRWA) launch nutrition program for ‘Pourakarmikas’. 35Pourakarmikas to receive free medical consultation, blood tests and immunity boosters drinks for a year.
With the increasing cases of Coronavirus reported, most of us are compelled to stay indoors to ensure social distancing and safety and be less prone to contracting the dreaded virus. Pourakarmikas, unlike us, bear the task of keeping our city clean and remain exposed to the environment that is currently grappled with spread of the contagious virus through community transmission. Thus, it is of utmost importance for these social warriors to maintain physical well-being and undergo deworming once in six months to boost immunity.
Speaking on the launch of nutritional program for the Pourakarmikas, Mr Mahendra Jain – President of HRWA & Mr. Mohankumar P K – Vice President of HRWA who initiated this outreach healthcare support program said,“On our 74th Independence Day, we are pleased to announce the launch of this nutritional program for our hardworking pourakarmikas that offers an awareness program, health check-ups and nutritional food supplements to ensure their holistic well-being. I am sure, through this program, we will be able to help them improve their overall health and be able to defend themselves from COVID-19 and other chronic lifestyle diseases.”
Dr Govardhan further added, “ If you have any injuries cover them with clean dry bandages. Keeping in mind the necessity to maintain hygiene for pourakarmikas, It is essential to always wear footwear, especially gumboots while segregating garbage to avoid infections. Wash your clothes thoroughly; clean yourself after work and before engaging in with your family. In addition to this, eat healthy, keep your body hydrated (drink 3 litre of water daily in intervals), get adequate hours of sleep for a better immune system. Regardless, one must not be reluctant to visit a doctor whenever you feel sick.”
Expressing their gratitude, Mrs Mamatha Saravana – Corporator Ward 90 thanked the organizers for the support. The event witnessed flagging off the Indian flag by the dignitaries and honouring five COVID warriors followed by a special training program on Hygiene and Waste management. Additionally, Vrddhi protein chocolates were distributed to all participants at the venue. A&A Foundation plans to carry out similar activities to all the wards in Bengaluru through its Vrddhi CSR connect program.
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