To mark the World Liver Day 2025 that falls on 19 April , the Indian National Association for Study of the Liver (INASL) Taskforce on Preventive Hepatology, an Awareness Session was organized at Delhi Public School, Sector 40, Chandigarh, on 17th April 2025 for students of Classes 10, 11, and 12.
Centered around the slogan of the year 2025, “Food is Medicine,” the event aimed to highlight the importance of nutrition in protecting liver health and preventing lifestyle-related liver diseases. Experts including Dr. Ajay Duseja, Prof. & Head, Hepotology from PGIMER Chandigarh, Dr. Ajeet Bhadoria from AIIMS Rishikesh, and Dr. Arka De of PGIMER addressed key topics such as viral hepatitis and fatty liver disease. The session concluded with an enthusiastic Q&A round, where students asked thoughtful questions about vaccination, lifestyle modifications, and the link between fast food consumption and liver disease. The interactive nature of the discussion reflected the students’ genuine curiosity and awareness of health issues relevant to their age group.
In her closing address, Director Ms. Reema Dewan appreciated the INASL team and emphasized the need to empower young individuals with preventive health knowledge. To mark the World Liver Day, a series of FibroScan Camps and free antibodies testing will begin on 19th April, 2025 at PGIMER for DPS Chandigarh staff and will continue for six months. The school also plans to start vaccination drives for Hepatitis A & B for staff and students with parental consent.
