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Organization: Department of ENT, Govt Medical College, Kozhikode, Kerala, India
Title: Walkathon
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Walkathon
Description:
The day began with a walkathon at Medical College campus organized on March 3, 2025 to promote awareness about hearing health. The event was flag- offed by the Principal of Government Medical College, Kozhikode, in the presence of other esteemed dignitaries. The event was conducted in collaboration with various associations including Malabar branch of – Indian Medical Association, Kerala State Branch of Indian Speech & Hearing Association, Indian Association of Pediatric, Association of Otolaryngology India , , Cochlear Implantees Association , Baby Memorial Hospital in partnership with Government Medical College Kozhikode. The walkathon connects with 5,000 members of the public, 250 in-house representatives, and parents of hearing-impaired children. Renowned ENT surgeons, Healthcare professionals, faculty members, postgraduate students, and medical students participated and children with hearing impairment also took part enthusiastically, holding placards and raising slogans to propagate the theme, raising public awareness about the importance of ear and hearing care.
Primary site: SEAR- India
General Photos
Walkathon
Types of Engagement:
Screening: No
Traditional media: Yes
Social media: Yes
Special needs populations: Cochlear Implantees
Participation of policy makers: Yes
Participation of influencers: No