JSS College of Nursing, Chamarajanagar organised an awareness programme on organ donation under DHATRU, an initiative by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS).
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. S Chidamabara, District Health Officer (DHO), Chamarajanagar, who addressed the gathering on the importance and need for organ transplantation.
The Guest of Honour, Dr. Ankappa, District Programme Officer, explained that superstitions and misconceptions are major barriers to organ donation. The programme was presided over by Dr. Naveen, DMS, JSS Hospital, Chamarajanagar.
On the occasion, B.Sc. Nursing students and staff members of the college took a pledge to promote organ donation and create awareness in the community. The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Vinay Kumar G, Principal, JSS College of Nursing, Chamarajanagar.
