Lucknow – The Lucknow Academy of Pediatrics, in association with Mankind Pharma, organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program on deworming at Clark Savant. The event brought together over 150 pediatricians and was streamed online, reaching more than 6,000 doctors across the country.
The CME focused on the multifaceted impact of worm infestations on children’s development, highlighting the effects on physical, mental, emotional, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental aspects.
Dr Shally Awasthi, Ex HOD Department of Pediatrics, KGMU, highlited the Hidden Nutritional Toll due to Pediatric Helminthic Infections.
Dr Shalini Bhasin, President , Lucknow Academy of Pediatrics, showed how these worms impacted Growth, Cognition & Behaviour. She also presented studies demonstrating the efficacy of deworming in reducing anemia, improving weight gain, and enhancing mental faculties in children. Also present were Dr Monjori Mitra from Kolkata.
Key takeaways from the program included:
– Comprehensive Impact: Worm infestations can significantly affect various aspects of a child’s development, including physical growth, cognitive function, and emotional well-being.
– Deworming Benefits: Studies showed that deworming can lead to a reduction in anemia, improvement in weight gain, and enhancement of mental faculties in children.
– Expert Consensus: Pediatricians emphasized the importance of regular deworming as a crucial aspect of child healthcare, particularly in regions with high prevalence rates.
The event provided a valuable platform for pediatricians to engage in discussions, share knowledge, and update their understanding of deworming strategies. This effort by the Lucknow Academy of Pediatrics, underscores the commitment to improving child health outcomes through education and awareness.
