Antibiotic Awareness Program: Over the Counter Drugs: Use & Misuse
Sep 15, 2025
Event Title: Antibiotic Awareness Program
Theme: Over the Counter Drugs: Use & Misuse
Organized by: Department of Medical Laboratory Technology in association with NSS Unit-5 and Youth Red Cross, YSAHS
Date: 15th September 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: Munnur Panchayath, Ranipura
Mode of Event: Offline
Participants: Active participation from community members, students, and faculty
The Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, in association with NSS Unit-5 and Youth Red Cross, YSAHS, successfully organized an Antibiotic Awareness Program on the theme 'Over the Counter Drugs: Use & Misuse' on 15th September 2025 at Munnur Panchayath, Ranipura. The program aimed to spread awareness about the responsible use of antibiotics and highlight the dangers of drug misuse. The event witnessed active participation from the community, students, and faculty members, making it a meaningful initiative towards promoting safe healthcare practices.
Objective / Purpose of the Program
To educate the community about the importance of responsible antibiotic use, the risks of over-the-counter drug misuse, and to promote safe healthcare practices through awareness and participation.
Key Activities
- Awareness talks on responsible antibiotic use
- Interactive sessions on drug misuse and its consequences
- Community engagement activities for health education
- Participation of NSS Unit-5 and Youth Red Cross volunteers
Outcomes
- Increased awareness on responsible use of antibiotics
- Understanding the dangers of drug misuse
- Strengthened collaboration between students, faculty, and community
- Promoted safe healthcare practices at the community level
