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International day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking
NSS volunteers from RV College of nursing in association with Bruhath Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, District mental Health program organized International Day Against Drug Abuse And Illicit Trafficking program at auditorium, RV College of nursing on 10/07/2024.
This day seeks to highlight the global issue of drug abuse and illicit trafficking, raise awareness about their detrimental effects, and promote actions and policies to address these problems. It aims to foster international cooperation, support prevention and treatment efforts, and advocate for stronger measures to reduce drug-related harm and trafficking.
The chief guest of the programme was Shri. M L Raghunath,Member of Secretary, Karnataka State Legal Service Authority, Bengaluru and the guest of honor, Dr. Rajani P, Deputy Director of Mental Health, Government of Karnataka, Bengaluru, Dr. Kalpana, Health Officer, South zone, BBMP Bengaluru, Dr. Madhusudhan, Medical officer of health, Jayanagar zone, BBMP, Bengaluru, Dr. Kumar M V, Programme officer, DMHP, BBMP and Dr. Vikram Arunachalam, Psychiatrist, DMHP, BBMP Bengaluru. Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Principal, RV College of Nursing, Bengaluru, presided over the program
Inauguration of the programme was marked by the lighting of the traditional lamp by all dignitaries. Shri. M L Raghunath, the chief guest addressed the august gathering regarding Law Enforcement and Policies of drug abuse. Deputy Director of Mental Health, BBMP, Dr Rajani P, gave a presentation on Preventive measures in relation to drug abuse, followed by the presidential address presented by Dr Gajendra Singh, Principal RVCN.
A reel short video competition, poster competition, and scientific session were organized on the theme The evidence is clear: Invest in prevention. In the above event, faculty and students from various institutions participated actively. Ms. Preetha, a clinical psychologist in Bengaluru, discussed the risks associated with drug abuse and Dr. Chandra Shekar, an NGO representative in Bengaluru, spoke about strengthening policies and fostering international cooperation.
There were between 140 and 150 students who actively participated in the program. the group expressed that it had been beneficial to them.
World Day Against Child Labor
In the view of “World Day Against Child Labor”, III year B.Sc Nursing students of R V college of Nursing have organized an awareness programme at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health (IGICH) with the theme “Let’s act on our commitments: End Child Labour!”.
Guests for the program were
- Dr Prahalad Kumar, Medical Superintendent, IGICH,
- Dr Pradeep, HOD- Quality Assurance & Nodal Officer, IGICH,
- Dr Mahanthesh, RMO, IGICH &
- Mrs Premakka, Nursing Superintendent.
Ms Chaitali, III Year B.Sc Nursing student invoked God’s blessing with an invocation song. Welcoming the gathering was done by Mrs Beena, II Year M.Sc Nursing student and the program was inaugurated by the Medical Superintendent of IGICH. Awareness regarding Child Labour & its prevention was elucidated to the general public through an awareness session, skit & Health education by III Year B.Sc Nursing students. Ms. Jeeva, III Year B.Sc Nursing student rendered vote of thanks to the Guest’s, faculty and the gathering. Around 100 parents have actively participated for this program. The programme ended by 12:30am with distribution of light refreshment to the kids. The parents clarified all their doubts regarding child labor and expressed that health education was beneficial & it can be intimated to the general public in rural areas regarding the Child Labor Act.
National Safe Motherhood Day
National Safe Motherhood Day was observed by RV College of Nursing at Banashankari referral hospital , Bangalore. National Safe Motherhood Day, observed annually on April 11th, is a crucial occasion to highlight the importance of maternal health and well-being. The students educated the general public on various topics such as sexually transmitted diseases,family planning, national schemes, etc.
International Yoga Day
The theme of International Yoga Day 2024 is “Yoga for Self and Society.” As a transforming practice, yoga stands for the oneness of restraint and fulfillment, the harmony of mind and body, and the balance between thought and action. It offers a comprehensive approach to health and well-being that calms our busy lives by integrating the body, mind, spirit, and soul. On this unique day, we celebrate its transformative potential.
This year to make a greater impact of the day R V College of Nursing under the banner of NSS collaborated with Rashtrothana Yogic and Research Centre, Jayanagar IV Block, Bengaluru to celebrate yoga day at Shalini Grounds between 6am to 8am.
The day began with Patanjali Namana and twelve rounds of suryanamaskara guided by yoga teacher Sri Manjunath from Rashtrothana Yoga Centre Jayanagara Bangalore.Suryanamaskara session was followed by various asanaslike trikonasana ,ardhakati chakra asana,bhujangasana,halasana and samastithi.The yoga session ended with Pranayama,Bramari and Om meditation focusing on breathing techniques.
The event was succeeded by an insightful presentation about the significance of incorporating yoga into our everyday lives, delivered by Sri N Dinesh Hegde, who is the General Secretary of Rashtrothana Parishat. The distinguished guest of the day was Sri Suchendra Prasad, who serves as the Director and President of Karnataka South Samskara Bharathi.
Approximately 50 students and staff members from R V College of Nursing participated in the session and derived benefits from it.
The event closed with the recitation of the Shanthi mantra, which aimed to bring peace to the bodies and minds of all human beings globally.
World No Tobacco day
The NSS Unit of R V college of Nursing observed World No Tobacco Day on 31.05.2024 at RV College of Nursing auditorium, Jayanagar IV Block, Bengaluru.
The program started at 04.00 pm by welcoming the chief guest Dr. Haleema Sarah, Medical Officer, Jayanagar Dispensary BBMP Bengaluru and the guest of honor, Mr. Anil, Health Inspecting officer, Jayanagar. The program was presided by Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Principal, RV College of Nursing.
The programme was inaugurated with lighting the traditional lamp. The inaugural speech was given by Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Principal RVCN and informed about the ill effects of tobacco in our life and reminded our volunteers’ duty to make the public. Dr. Haleema Sarah the chief guest addressed the august gathering regarding substance abuse, risk factors and well-balanced life. Mr. Anil, explained about drug addiction affecting the role of youths. The program ended with the National Anthem.
Overall 100 to 120 Students actively participated in this programme. The group expressed that the health awareness program was beneficial for them.
Nurses day
RV College of Nursing in collaboration with Vishwa Kannada Nursing Officers Welfare Association celebrated International Nurses Day on 25th May 2024. The program began with Nadageethe. The Chief Guests of the program were Shri. Soumendu Mukherjee, Addl. Director General of Police, Administration Bengaluru, Ms. Shabeena Sultana Honorary Consul of Republic of Tunisia in India and Shri. Sudarshan Channangihally Editor, Vijay Karnataka & Bangalore Mirror. The Guests of honour were Shri. Ramesh Kumar S Chief Executive Officer Aster Hospitals Bengaluru and Shri. Akshay Oleti Vice President & Business Head Bengaluru. Principal of the college, Dr. S.R. Gajendra Singh welcomed all the guests, awardees, invitees, delegates, students and addressed about the significance of the event. The program was inaugurated by the dignitaries on the dais by lighting the traditional lamp. Shri.Lakshman. K, Governing Council Chairman, RV College of Nursing delivered the presidential address. The dais was also shared by Smt. Kamala Hugar, Hon. President, ViKNOWA Bengaluru. The program ended with the National Anthem.
World Parkinsons Day
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative condition that worsens over time and mostly affects the nervous system, which controls various body components. Parkinson’s disease results from a drop-in dopamine levels caused by damage to brain nerve cells. Tremors, stiffness, loss of balance, and slow movement are a few signs of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease typically begins slowly, with hardly perceptible tremors. Among the cognitive effects of Parkinson’s disease include amnesia, dementia, and trouble understanding and reasoning. World Parkinson Day is celebrated every year to increase public awareness of this disorder. It is observed on 11th April.
This year to make a greater impact of the day R V College of Nursing under the banner of NSS arranged a scientific session on Parkinson’s Disorder on 12th April 2024 for nursing faculty & students at RVCN auditorium.
Dr. Sreekanta Swamy, Lead Consultant and Head of Neurology, Aster R V Hospital, J P Nagar Bangalore was resource person of the day. The scientific session highlighted on causes, symptoms, pathophysiology and management of Parkinsons Disorder.Sir also briefed on the difference between Parkinsons Disease and Parkinsonism which can be a manifestation of other disease.
Dr S R Gajendra Singh principal RVCN delivered the presidential speech and extended vote of thanks to Dr Sreekanta Swamy for his enriching scientific session
Around 140 participants attended the session and were benefitted Mrs Gauthami H Asso Professor was the master of ceremony and session was organized by Mrs Mamata N,HOD,Dept of MSN.
The event ended with vote of thanks and presenting memento to the resource person as a gesture of gratitude.
World Malaria Day
The world malaria day was organized on 25/04/2024 by NSS unit of R.V College of Nursing. The motive behind in organizing the health talk on malaria was to create awareness regarding malaria causes and its prevention which is conducted at Yelachenahalli PHC, Bengaluru.
This year’s theme is “Accelerate the Fight Against Malaria for A More Equitable World”. The program was inaugurated by Dr. Anusha Reddy, Medical Officer, Yelachenahalli PHC, and Mrs. Gowramma, PHC Staff Nurse at 11:00 am.
Ms. Noon, I year M.Sc. Student welcomed the Guests and the beautiful gathering. Dr. Anusha Reddy, Medical Officer, Yelachenahalli PHC, addressed the gathering and highlighted on causes of malaria in community areas. Mr. Naveen, I year M.Sc. Student spoke on the theme of the day and enlighten gathering with malaria causes, innovation and its prevention. Around 20-30 participants actively participated and the programme concluded by clarifying doubts of general public and distributing refreshment.
World Tuberculosis Day
The World Tuberculosis Day was organized on 24/03/2024 by NSS unit of R.V College of Nursing. The motive behind in organizing the health talk on tuberculosis was to create awareness regarding tuberculosis causes, Symptoms diagnostic studies, its management and prevention which is conducted at Yelachenahalli PHC, Bengaluru. This year’s theme is “Yes! We can end TB” The program was inaugurated by Dr. Anusha Reddy, Medical Officer, Yelachenahalli PHC, and Mrs. Gowramma, PHC Staff Nurse at 12:00 pm.
Mrs Anitha Rani, NSS Programme Officer welcomed the Guests and the beautiful gathering. Dr. Anusha Reddy, Medical Officer, Yelachenahalli PHC, addressed the gathering and highlighted on symptoms of tuberculosis. Mr. Naveen, I year M.Sc. Student spoke on the theme of the day and enlighten gathering with tuberculosis causes, DOT therapy and its prevention. Around 20-30 participants actively participated and the programme concluded by clarifying doubts of general public and distributing refreshment.
Awareness Program on Menstrural hygiene
NSS volunteers from RV College of nursing in association with Red Ribbon Club and Aster RV Hospital organized AIDS Awareness program at auditorium, RV College of nursing on 11/03/2024.
The aim of the program was to bring attention to the growing number of people living long and full lives with HIV and about their health and social needs and also to educate the general mass about the prevention and treatment of HIV. The Basic B.Sc Nursing Students of RVCN actively participated in the Scientific Session.
Dr. Bhawana M, Consultant Obstetrical and Gynecology, Aster RV hospital, Dr. Dhathri S, Specialist in OBG, Aster RV Hospital, Dr. S R Gajendra Sigh, Principal, R V College of Nursing, Bengaluru inaugurated the program by Lighting the lamp.
Dr. Bhawana M, Consultant Obstetrical and Gynecology, Aster RV hospital, educated the students regarding AIDS and also they explained the meaning, Causes, clinical manifestation and Diagnostic investigation of AIDS and Dr. Dhathri S, Specialist in OBG, Aster RV Hospital, and Bengaluru focused on Management and prevention of AIDS to the nursing students.
Overall 100 to 120 Students were actively participated for this programme. The program was ended by distributing the pamphlets to the audience. The group expressed that the health awareness program was beneficial for them.
AIDS Awareness Program
NSS volunteers from RV College of nursing in association with Red Ribbon Club and Aster RV Hospital organized AIDS Awareness program at auditorium, RV College of nursing on 11/03/2024.
The aim of the program was to bring attention to the growing number of people living long and full lives with HIV and about their health and social needs and also to educate the general mass about the prevention and treatment of HIV. The Basic B.Sc Nursing Students of RVCN actively participated in the Scientific Session.
Dr. Bhawana M, Consultant Obstetrical and Gynecology, Aster RV hospital, Dr. Dhathri S, Specialist in OBG, Aster RV Hospital, Dr. S R Gajendra Sigh, Principal, R V College of Nursing, Bengaluru inaugurated the program by Lighting the lamp.
Dr. Bhawana M, Consultant Obstetrical and Gynecology, Aster RV hospital, educated the students regarding AIDS and also they explained the meaning, Causes, clinical manifestation and Diagnostic investigation of AIDS and Dr. Dhathri S, Specialist in OBG, Aster RV Hospital, and Bengaluru focused on Management and prevention of AIDS to the nursing students.
Overall 100 to 120 Students were actively participated for this programme. The program was ended by distributing the pamphlets to the audience. The group expressed that the health awareness program was beneficial for them.
Women's Day
NSS Unit of RV College of Nursing Organized International Women’s Day at Auditorium, RV College of Nursing, Jayanagar, 4th Block, Bengaluru on 09/03/2024
The Program was started at 12.00 am. The Chief guest of the programme was Smt. Vijaya E Ravikumar, Joint Director (Admin), Department of School Education, Government of Karnataka, The Guest of honor, Smt. Mamata N, Professor, R V College of Nursing and the program Presided by Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Principal R V College of Nursing Bengaluru.
A small token of gift was given to all the female faculty and staff members of the R V College of nursing including Class 4 Female helpers by RV Family. The celebration of International women’s Day 2024 was successfully completed. The events were remarkable and fulfilled their purpose of making the girls realize that every day is her day.
National Deworming Day
As a part of NSS regular activity we from R.V college of Nursing along with Principal and Faculty organized National Deworming Day & Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Day at R V Girls High School, R V Road, Bengaluru on 21/02/2024.
The program was started at 11:00am by welcoming the guests, faculty & school children by Mrs. Vandana, Asst Mistress, R V Girls High School, R V Road Bangalore. The resource persons for the program were Dr. Sheela J, HOD OBG Department, RVCN & Mrs. Gauthami H, HOD Child Health Nursing Department, RVCN. Mrs. Gauthami H, HOD Child Health Nursing Department addressed the gathering on Deworming- its importance for children, dosage, benefits & adverse effects management of it. Dr. Sheela J, HOD OBG Department, addressed the gathering regarding importance of sexual & reproductive health, secondary sexual changes happening in adolescents & also spoke regarding the menstrual hygiene. Mrs. Bettamma, Art & Craft Teacher, R V Girls High School, R V Road Bangalore rendered vote of thanks to the Guest’s, faculty and the gathering.
Around 100 school children have actively participated for this program. The programme ended by 12:30am with distribution of light refreshment and handing over informative handouts. The school children clarified all their doubts on deworming, sexual & reproductive health and expressed that health education was beneficial for them.
Lamp lighting and oath taking ceremony
R V College of Nursing, conducted lamp lighting and Oath taking ceremony for Basic B.Sc Nursing students on 17th Feb 2024 at RV Teachers college auditorium from 11.00 am-12.30 pm. Program started with invocation song by 3rd Semester B.Sc Nursing students. Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Principal, R V College of Nursing highlighted the significance of the ceremony to nursing students and welcomed the dignitaries and gathering followed by lighting of the inaugural lamp lit by the dignitaries.
Dr. S R Gajendra Singh Principal, R V College of Nursing welcomes the Chief Guest of the program Sri. M V Ramakrishna Prasad, Deputy Inspector General Police, KSRP and the guest of honor Smt. Pallavi, Joint Commissioner, East zone, BBMP Bengaluru, Dr. Rohini paul , Cluseter Chief Nursing officer, Aster Hospital, Benglauru and Ms. Marina Bride, Zonal Nurse Manager, Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, Bengaluru, Sri Balakrishna, Trustee, RSST, and the program was presided by Mr. P S Venkatesh Babu, GC Chairman, RVCN.
Sri. M V Ramakrishna Prasad, lit the lamp and passed it on to Guest of honor to facilitate the lamp lighting of the novice students. Smt. Pallavi, Dr. Rohini paul, Ms. Marina Bride, Sri Balakrishna, Mr. P S Venkatesh Babu and Dr. S R Gajendra Singh passed on the lighted lamps to students of 2023-2024 batch.
Dr. Sheela J, Associate Professor, R V College of Nursing lead the oath taking by the students.
Mr. P S Venkatesh Babu , Chairman, Governing Council Member, addressed the august gathering & encouraged students to farewell in their academics followed by vote of thanks by Ms. Mamata N. Professor RV College of Nursing.
Programme ended with the National anthem. Then all dignitaries joined for a photo session and Light refreshment.
World Cancer Day
The Department of Child Health Nursing & NSS Unit of R V college of Nursing in association with Red Ribbon club and Indian Cancer Society (Regd) Bangalore Chapter Jayanagar, Bengaluru observed World Cancer Day by conducting Rally and Mime on 05.02.2024 between 8am to 10 am at Maya’s Junction Jayanagar IV Block, Bengaluru.
The Rally started at 08 am by our students from R V College of Nursing to Maya’s Junction While doing Rally our students displayed Pug cards and distributed pamphlets to the public containing information on Cancer and its prevention followed by by welcome speech was done by Mr. Chethan Kumar M R, Associate professor, Department of Community Health Nursing followed by our students of Basic BSc Nursing I semester students started Mime & highlighted on early detection of breast cancer and management of Breast cancer.
Mr. Kamat -Management Committee Member, Mrs.Chandrakala –Accounts and Admin Head and Jveria Fathima Programme coordinator of Indian Cancer Society, Bangalore Chapter attended the program. Around 100 students participated in the event. The event had good gathering of more than 100 people around the Mime. The students were displayed plug cards containing information on cancer. At last vote of thanks was done by Dr. Balaji M S Associate Professor, Department of Medical Surgical Nursing.
The event was appreciated by public as it was successful in bringing insights on Cancer and its prevention. The students and organizers were treated with refreshments.
National Youth Day
The NSS Unit of R V College of Nursing actively participated in National Youth Day on 12/01/2024 organized by Ramakrishna Mutt at Vivekananda Centenary Auditorium, Bull temple road, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru between 8am to 1pm.
The chief guest of the programme was Sri Vivek Alva, Managing trustee, Alvas Institute, Mangalore and Swami Mangalanathanandaji Maharaj, Speaker for the programme.
The programme was inaugurated with lighting the traditional lamp. Sri Vivek Alva the chief guest addressed the august gathering regarding thoughts of Swami Vivekanand and highlighted on “Weakness is Sin” to youths of various institution followed which Swami Mangalanathanandaji Maharaj, spoke about Swami Vivekanand ideas for youth and stressed on to keep “Faith in the goodness” and about moral integrity.
The programme concluded with Bhajan and light refreshment.
Delegation from Hof University
The delegates were:
Prof. Gerald Schmola: Dean Department of Interdisciplinary and Innovative Sciences – Hof University of Applied Sciences
Prof. Dr.Matthias Drossel: Department of Interdisciplinary and Innovative Sciences – Hof University of Applied Sciences
Mr.Maximilain Daiber: Mediatos GmbH – Germany
Mr.Jose Jabob Kalayil: Director & Curator – Future ICT Forum & TIA Summit
Mr. Shahrukh Nayak: Talent Manager (North Karnataka) – Mediatos
The discussion was about collaborating with RVCN to depute students for Master of Science in Nursing at Hof University,Germany.
The delegation presented about the German language and about Bavaria where the Hof University is located. The eligibility criteria for admission, scholarships, placement,etc was also discussed.
Faculty exchange programs and conferences were the topics of interest.
International National Youth Day
National Youth Day was celebrated on 20th January, 2023 in association with Karnataka State AIDS Prevention Society & District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit, BBMP. 2nd year BSc Nursing students secured first prize in a short film on AIDS prevention in view of National Youth Day 2023.
International Youth Day was celebrated on 12th August 2023 on the theme “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World”. The Chief Guest of the programme was Dr. H.R. Shivakumar, K.A.S, Administrative officer of K.E.A Bengaluru. The resource person of the programme was Dr. Krishne Gowda, Rtd. Associate Professor, National College, Bengaluru. Dr. S.R Gajendra Singh, Principal, RV College of Nursing delivered the presidential address and felicitated the dignitaries. The programme ended with Vote of Thanks followed by National Anthem.
World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day was observed in association with Indian Cancer Society Bangalore on 4th February 2023. This year’s theme was “Close The Care Gap – together we fight against cancer”. Students performed a flash mob organised opposite to Hotel Maiyyas Junction, Jayanagar, 4th Block.
Visit by Hof University of Applied Sciences
Hof University of Applied Sciences, Germany visited our college on 6th February 2023 and was represented by Prof. Dr Dr.(h.c.) Jürgen Lehmann, President of Hof University of Applied Science, Prof. Dr. Gerald Schmola, Dean, Department of Interdisciplinary and Innovative Sciences and Mr. Martin Patrick, Marketing Manager, Integro Infotech and Consulting. They were interested in discussing possibilities of collaboration for a new programme they are planning to set up in the field of Nursing.
National Deworming Day
In view of National Deworming Day, a school health programme on the theme “Make Every Child in the Country Worm Free” was conducted at Modern Education Society, Government Aided School, 4th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore on 10th February 2023.
Kannada Rajyotsava
Kannada Rajyotsava was celebrated on 30th November, 2023. The Chief Guest of the programme was Prof. V. Girish Chandra, Vice Chancellor, Karnataka Sanskrit University, Bangalore. The Guest of Honour was Dr. K. Muralidhar, Deputy Commissioner, BBMP.
Teacher’s Day
In commemoration of the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, RV College of Nursing celebrated Teacher’s Day on 8th September 2023 at D.A. Pandu Memorial RV Dental College’s auditorium. The Chief Guests of the programme were Dr. L. Hanumanthaiah, Member of parliament, Rajya Sabha (Karnataka), Dr. B. L. Sujatha Rathod, Director, Directorate of Medical Education, Bangalore. The Guests of Honour were Sri Sreenatha Rathnakumar, Scientist, ISRO, Bengaluru and Dr. Bindu Mathew, Dean, Faculty of Nursing, RGUHS, Bangalore. The ceremony began with Naadageethe and by welcoming the august gathering. The traditional lamp was lighted by the dignitaries on the dais and the following awardees were honoured:
- Dr. Ramachandra, Former Professor & HOD of Nursing, NIMHANS, Bengaluru
- Sr. Marina, Campus Superior & Nursing Superintendent, St. Philomena’s hospital, Bengaluru
- Dr. Shivalingappa, Former Secretary KSDNEB, Bengaluru
- Lt. Col. (retd.) Hemalatha Rajagopal, Former Principal , Army College of Nursing, MH Jalandhar Cantt.
- Prof. B.H. Rajashekaraiah, Former principal, RV College of Nursing Bangalore
- Dr. Anand Rao, Former Professor of Psychology, Govt. College of Nursing, Bangalore
- Dr. Gnana Murthy, Language National Trainer, Bharathiya Bhasha Gnanapeet, Bengaluru
The following teachers were felicitated at home on 2nd September for their contribution towards nursing profession and nursing education and a video message from them was displayed during the ceremony.
- Prof. Radha Shenoy, Former Principal, Govt. College of Nursing, Bengaluru
- Prof. M.C. Belliappa, Govt. College of Nursing, Bengaluru
- Smt. Vijayalakshmi, Retired Nursing Tutor, Govt. College of Nursing, Bengaluru
The dignitaries on the dais addressed the gathering and highlighted on the importance of expressing gratitude to all the teachers in one’s life. The presidential address was delivered by Dr. S. R. Gajendra Singh, Principal, RV College of Nursing and BOS Chairman (UG), RGUHS. The programme came to an end by extending gratitude to all who joined the event and by singing the National Anthem.
World Mental Health Day
RV College of Nursing organised World Mental Health Day in collaboration with District Mental Health Programme Induction and BBMP, to increase awareness on mental health, on 17th October 2023 at RV College of Nursing Auditorium. The Chief Guests of the programme were Sri. Raghavendra Shettygar, Senior Civil Court Judge and Deputy Secretary, Karnataka State Law Services, Bengaluru, Dr. Rajini P. Deputy Director (Mental Health) Karnataka Government, Bengaluru, Dr. A .S . Balasunder, Chief Medical Officer, BBMP, Dr. Girish Rao S, Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology, NIMHANS, Bengaluru, Sri S Bhadrinath, Deputy Police Commissioner, Crime – 2 Bengaluru Urban, Dr. Venkatesh T, Town Planning Officer, BBMP, Dr. Suresh G K, Medical Officer, South Region, BBMP, Dr. Kumar M V, Program, DMHP, BBMP, Dr. Madhusudhan Health Medical Officer, Jayanagara Region, BBMP and Dr. Vikram Arunachalam, Psychiatrist, DMHP, Bengaluru. The programme was presided over by Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Principal, RV College of Nursing.
World Parkinsons Day
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative condition that worsens over time and mostly affects the nervous system, which controls various body components. Parkinson’s disease results from a drop-in dopamine levels caused by damage to brain nerve cells. Tremors, stiffness, loss of balance, and slow movement are a few signs of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease typically begins slowly, with hardly perceptible tremors. Among the cognitive effects of Parkinson’s disease include amnesia, dementia, and trouble understanding and reasoning. World Parkinson Day is celebrated every year to increase public awareness of this disorder. It is observed on 11th April.
This year to make a greater impact of the day R V College of Nursing under the banner of NSS arranged a scientific session on Parkinson’s Disorder on 12th April 2024 for nursing faculty & students at RVCN auditorium.
Dr. Sreekanta Swamy, Lead Consultant and Head of Neurology, Aster R V Hospital, J P Nagar Bangalore was resource person of the day. The scientific session highlighted on causes, symptoms, pathophysiology and management of Parkinsons Disorder.Sir also briefed on the difference between Parkinsons Disease and Parkinsonism which can be a manifestation of other disease.
Dr S R Gajendra Singh principal RVCN delivered the presidential speech and extended vote of thanks to Dr Sreekanta Swamy for his enriching scientific session Around 140 participants attended the session and were benefitted Mrs Gauthami H Asso Professor was the master of ceremony and session was organized by Mrs Mamata N,HOD,Dept of MSN. The event ended with vote of thanks and presenting memento to the resource person as a gesture of gratitude.
State Level Judo Competition
Mr. Akash of 1st year Basic B.Sc Nursing won 3rd prize in the State Level Judo Competition organised by Karnataka Government.
Safe Injection Practice
Nursing Conference was organised in association with Aster Hospital on “Safe InjectionPractice” on 12th October 2022. The dignitaries were Dr. Nitish Shetty, Regional Director, Karnataka & Maharashtra Aster Cluster-Administrators, Dr. S R Gajendra Singh, Board of Studies – UG Chairman & Principal, RV College of Nursing, Bangalore, Mr. Ramesh Kumar S, Chief Executive Officer, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, Dr. Prashanth, Chief Executive Officer, Aster RV Hospital, Bangalore, Mr. Arun Kumar, Chief Operating Officer, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bangalore, Mr. Durga Prasanna, General Manager-HR, Aster Hospitals, Karnataka & Maharashtra Cluster, Bangalore and Dr. Rohini Paul, Chief Nursing Officer, Aster Hospitals Karnataka Cluster, Principal Allied Health Sciences, Aster CMI, Bangalore.
Oath-taking and Graduation Ceremony
Oath-taking Ceremony for the 20th Batch and Graduation Ceremony for the 16th Batch was
held on 22nd October, 2022. Chief Guest of the event was Dr. C.N. Manjunath, Director,
Professor and Head od Cardiology, Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and
Research.
The guests of honour were :
- Dr. Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice Chancellor, RV University, Bengaluru
- Dr. Bindu Mathew, Dean, Faculty of Nursing, RGUHS, Bengaluru
- Dr. Ramachandra, Consultant, Clinical Nursing Service, NIMHANS, Bengaluru
- Sri Syed Shahameer, Registrar, RV Educational Institutions, Bengaluru
The ceremony was presided over by Shri. Venkatesh Babu, Chairman, Governing Council, RVCN and Trustee, RV Educational Institutions
Visit from Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada delegation comprising of four members namely, Ms. Katie Norman, Assistant Deputy Minister, Immigration and Population Growth, Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills, Ms. Lynn Power, Executive Director, College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador, Mr. Kamrul Islam, Senior Manager, Foreign Qualification Recognition, Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills and Ms. Lilly Selvaraj, Immigration Programme Development Officer, Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism visited RV College of Nursing on the 25th of November 2022 to gain a better understanding of the nursing education system in India and to acquaint the nursing students about their province and details on the types of jobs available to qualified candidates.
