A session was organised in DPS Chandigarh for the classes IX and X on 6th May 2016 on Lifestyle diseases. It was conducted by Dr Ajay Bahl, Senior Cardiologist from PGI Chandigarh.
He highlighted the fact that these diseases are a result of the way we lead our lives on a daily basis and our sedentary lifestyle and faulty diet makes us prone to them. These account for a majority of diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, heart disease etc. He told about few modifications in our daily routine which can make a huge difference.
Principal Ms Reema Dewan expressed great concern about the emerging epidemic of Lifestyle Diseases and the need for awareness among the children to avoid these ailments.
