ICFAI University hosts awareness talk on effects of tobacco

DIMAPUR — An awareness talk on “Harmful effects of tobacco on health” was organised at ICFAI University Nagaland, Chümoukedima, on Monday.

The talk was given by Dr. N Moa Jamir, senior surgeon (dental), and Imkumla Aier, psychologist, both from the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP), Dimapur, stated a press release.

Dr. Moa, speaking on the occasion, discussed how tobacco has assumed different forms over the years, from smoking to smokeless tobacco, and the dangers it poses to health, as well as its psychological, social, and economic impacts.

Aier, in her address, highlighted that smoking is the major cause of cancer in both men and women and stressed the dangers of passive smoking, the problems it causes in the reproductive organs of both males and females, and the environmental implications.

The resource persons also presented on the effects of tobacco use.

The programme ended with all attendees taking a pledge to say no to tobacco. Dr. Kevizonuo Kuolie, associate dean, concluded the programme with words of gratitude and challenged the student community to live a tobacco-free life.

Meanwhile, on November 1, the department of English organised a programme titled “A journey through words: the inked odyssey,” featuring three alumni of the department—Dr. Inakali Chishi, Linthoi, and Tokaholi—as special guests for the event.

According to a separate update, all the students and faculty members of the department attended the programme, which was aimed to connect, discuss and celebrate the joy of literature.

Dr. Inakali motivated the students by sharing about her journey as a writer and highlighted the importance of indigenous writings and voices, while Tokaholi encouraged the students to make the best use of their time and advised the aspiring writers to be avid readers as well. Linthoi presented self-written songs.

The programme was also marked by song performances, poem recitations, and dance and drama performances from the students of the department.

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