Mangalore, Mar 8: On the occasion of Women’s Day, the OBG and Paediatric Units of Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, in collaboration with Central Council For Research in Homoeopathy and department of Ayush organized a Mother and Child Health Care Programme at the Hospital out-patient department, Deralakatte on Tuesday March 8.

Hilda Pinto, assistant professor, department of Microbiology, Father Muller Medical College Hospital inaugurated the programme by lighting the lamp, along with other dignitaries. Dr Sunny Mathew, medical superintendent, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital, introduced the chief guest and welcomed the gathering.

Hilda Pinto, the chief guest addressed the gathering and highlighted the women’s role in society.

Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, administrator, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital in his message appreciated the role played by the women in the society.

Dr Vilma D’Souza, head, OBG department delivered vote of thanks. Dr Roshan Pinto, Ayush programme co-ordinator, and Dr Jyoshna Shivaprasad, head department of Paediatrics were the others present.

After the inaugural programmes, free health check up was held for women and children.