PAMPORE: World Zoonoses Day was observed on Thursday at Health Block Pampore under the chairpersonship of Block Medical Officer Pampore Dr Asima Nazir all the concerned stakeholders, Medical Officers, Paramedical Staff, Veterinarians, Paravets and other people were present on the occasion.
Dr Murtaza gave a detailed lecture on Zoonotic Diseases and their mode of transmission.
The World Zoonoses Day was also observed at different villages of Medical Block Pampore with Veterinarians and other local people with the aim of raising awareness and sensitization about zoonotic diseases among the general public, medical officer SDH Pampore Dr Bilal Ahmad told Kashmir Reader.
Various activities were conducted, including educational sessions and demonstrations on preventive measures.
Hygiene kits were distributed to the attendees, which included items such as soap, gloves, face masks, and mosquito repellent coils. These kits aimed to promote good hygiene practices and prevent the transmission of zoonotic diseases.