IHMA NEWSINDIAN HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION KERALA STATE CHAPTERReg. No. 64/04

www.ihmakerala.inVol. 12 Issue: 1 November 2018 For Private Circulation only

From The Editor’s Desk

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HSL 2018 Ideas and Dreams shape into reality

This event is an example. A spectacular event added a feather to the cap of IHMA Kerala. The HSL 2018 marked the beginning of the new era to the sports wing of IHMA. IHMA National President Dr. Ajithkumar V. K. kicked off the soccer league which was held at the Olround football turf ground, Kakkanad, Ernakulam on 4th November 2018. The tournament was attended by many senior dignitaries of IHMA. IHMA Ernakulam district committee being the host set a landmark organising a successful event with 16 teams participating from all over Kerala.

Kochin Machaanz, Kochin Mosquitoes, Calicut United FC, Calicut City FC, Calicut Chunks, Valluvanadan Fight-ers (Palakkad), Venad Warriors (Kollam), Thrissur Royals, Presidents FC Malappuram, Malappuram Blasters, Young Stars Malappuram, Mohammadans FC Malappuram,

United We StandIt seems that in recent times, targetting Homoeopathy,

slandering and trying to malign this system’s credentials have become the prime focus of Indian Medical Associa-tion (IMA). It is evident that this persistence of IMA can be equated with their discontent and distress over the rising public acceptance of Homoeopathy.

It is clear as daylight that IMA is adopting a role of fascist autocrasy, by threatening the Radiologist’s working in Ho-moeopathic institutions and forcible resignations, by pro-hibitting IMA members from taking part in conferences of alternative systems, by enabling to retake the USG machine from GHMC Calicut by pressurizing the government au-thorities when lab investigations, non invasive techniques, USG X-ray are not exclusive to any system of medicine. Influencing socio-political organizations, challenging the government allotement to Homoeopathic medical colleges through common entrance examination via social medias without repercussions, misguiding the students gravely even by employing CBSE question papers as a tool to dis-grace Homoeopathy, the desperate measures adopted by IMA are deplorable.

When Nipah outbreak was blended with many unan-swered queries as how it originated, how diagnosed, how managed, how was able to control before medicine from Australia could reach, why WHO restricted use of some medicines? In between all these mysteries IMA was preoc-cupied with scandalizing and pummeling Homoeopathy!! Even if the facts speaks for itself as many interns nurses pharmacists from Kozhikode Medical College were taking Homoeopathic preventives for Nipah, IMA was either blind to this or preferred to be.

When the Kerala flood was tagged with leptospirosis se-quelae, IMA was again busy with disparaging Homoeopa-thy to that extent, IMA State Secretary Dr. Sulphi appeals to the central government to ban this system of medicine.

Even if Kerala witnessed the strength of the public’s pro-test against IMA’s arrogance, it is high time to unite and raise a stronger voice from the Homoeopathy world. IHMA has been doing a commendable job in boldly confronting these unfound accusations.

The press release held by IHMA together with other or-ganizations was able to counterblast and break through every petty arguments of IMA precisely.

This united front has to sustain and go further ahead. When common platforms like Federation of Indian Ho-

moeopathic Associations (FIHA) under the guidance of IHMA is successful at national level, the other Homoeo-pathic organizations in Kerala feel reluctant to acknowl-edge or be a part of the national team hindered by their mis-placed pride. They ought to reanalyse their blinded ego or else the public mass wil not forgive them and they will be blackmarked in history. Time calls for our united strength. Let us be the beacons of Homoeopathy.

Around July 2018, severe floods affected Kerala. There was a unusually high rainfall during the monsoon season which led to the worst flooding Kerala has ever experienced nearly in a century. 500 people were dead and missing and at least ten lakh people got affected, the worst being Chen-gannur, Pandanad, Aranmula, Aluva, Chalakudy, Kuttanad and Pandalam. All 14 districts of the state were on red alert. Thirty-five out of the fifty-four dams within the state were opened for the first time in history.

The impact is indescribable. More than ten lakh people were in rescue camps, many houses devastated, crops, cat-tle, livelihoods, dreams all shattered. Apart from the state government machinery, the Defence Services, NDRF, NDMA launched massive rescue and relief operations.A head-bowing thanks to the fishermen of Kerala who were the real heroes in this rescue operations. The fishermen from all coastal districts of Kerala, voluntarily and with the District Collectors’ request ventured themselves to the flood rescue missions.

IHMA volunteers and the State and National committees did what we could do best at that time.

Flood Relief Camp Duties Organised by IHMA Pathanamthitta District Chapter

i) 18/08/2018 (Saturday) Relief Camp - Diet Parish Hall at Kavumbhagom (Thiruvalla) - Under the guidance of Dr.Cherian (Pathanamthitta DMO), Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Dr.SureshKumar P V and Dr.Narayana Prasad Pillai par-ticipated in the relief camp. A total of 86 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of 134 persons were given preventive medicines. Food supplies, drinking water and essential clothings worth Rs. 11,003/- were distributed throughout this camp.

ii) 19/08/2018 (Sunday) 1) Relief Camp - Devaswom Board School at Manipuzha (Thiruvalla) - Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Sureshkumar P V and Dr.Narayana Prasad Pillai participated in the relief camp. A total of 50 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of 150 persons were given preventive medicines.

2) Relief camp – Govt. L P School at Kavumbhagom (Thiruvalla) - Dr. Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V and Dr.Narayana Prasad Pillai participated in the relief camp. A total of 146 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of 170 persons were given preventive medicines.

3) Relief camp – Amritha School atThukalassery (Thiru-valla) - Dr. Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V AndDr.Narayana Prasad Pillai participated in the relief camp. A total of 48 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of 164 persons were given preventive medicines.

iii) 20/08/2018 (Monday) 1) Relief camp – Marthoma College at Kuttapuzha (Thiruvalla) - Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V participated in the relief camp. a total of 220 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of 250 persons were given preventive medicines.

2) Relief camp – MGM School at Kavumbhagom (Thiru-valla) - Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V partici-pated in the relief camp. A total of 74 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of 245 persons were given pre-ventive medicines.

IHMA Trivandrum District Relief ActivitiesIHMA Trivandrum distributed relief materials to district

collector’s relief camp collection centre at SMV School and Women’s college auditorium.We gave 25 kilo rice, 10kilo puffed rice, 100 kilo Sooji, 90 kilo atta, 75 kilo greengram, 55 kilo Bengal gram, 20 kilo Dates, 10 plastic mats, Buck-ets, mugs, steel glasses, 2 dozen Candles, 50 bathing soaps, 100 sanitary napkins, 100 baby diapers, Eatable items like biscuits , tea rusks, groundnuts, (one big box ). We arranged 165 packed food items plus mineral water for airdropping, and helped procuring gloves through national journalist union. We donated dress materials, Towels, blankets, kid’s wears, ladies, gents and children’s inner wears. We asso-ciated with Prathidwani (Technopark Employees Associa-tion) and distributed relief materials to camps at Pandalam, and Arattupuzha.

We Couldn’t Do EnoughWe also attended a relief

camp near Arattupuzha, and gave medical aid. We could also distribute ointments (4 doz-en)for ground itch to a medical camp at Thiruvalla. Dr. Rassel and Dr. Prasanth were in forefront of these activities.

IHMA Ernakulam District Relief Activities

A team of doctors representing IHMA Ernakulam District committee visited Si-milia homoeo laboratory, Aluva-a leading manufacturer of Homoeopathic medicines. They were affected very badly in the re-cent Kerala Floods. Similia was always a great supporter of Homoeopathy com-munity and activities of Homoeopathic medical associations, especially IHMA.Dr.V.K.Ajithkumar (National President, IHMA), Dr.Ganesh das (State Vice President, IHMA Kerala), Dr.K.A.M.Habeeb (Former State President, IHMA Kerala), Dr.Vinod Joseph (State Secretary, IHMA Kerala), Dr.Mohammed Salih M.A. (Dis-trict Secretary, IHMA Ernakulam), Dr.Jorispoulose (SWC Member, IHMA Kerala), & Dr.Hemanth das (Medical offic-er ESI dispensary Aluva, faculty-IHMA School of Homoe-opathy). The team also visited Dr.Siyad (President,IHMA Aluva Chapter), who was affected with flood in his clinic and home.

IHMA Muvattupuzha Chapter conducted camp for flood victims at Santhinagar Hall, Velloorkunnam, Muvattu-puzha. Municipal councillor Mrs.Bindu Suresh delivered the inaugural speech. Santhinagar residence association President Mr.Prejith O. Kumar, IHMA Ekm dist Jt. Sec Dr. Deepu C. S., Santhinagar residence association Sec. Mr. Biby Raveendran were present on the occasion. Dr Dhanya Sasidharan, Dr Deepu C S, Dr. Hameeda, Dr. Shalima & Dr Beena extended their service at the camp. 101 patients consulted for various diseases such as intertrigo, Flu, Bron-chitis, Allergic dermatitis & Injuries.

A Four day camp was held at CUSAT, which was one of the relief centres during the flood Dr.Deepu, Dr.Asha, Dr.Sithara, Dr.Jayalakshmi, Dr.Jaleena from the Depart-ment of Homoeopathy actively conducted the camp. The camp was jointly conducted by IHMA and the Department of Homoeopathy, Kerala.

Kaithangu ‘18Activities of IHMA Ernakulam district committee post

Kerala flood 2018Ernakulam district, a major financial and commercial

hub of Kerala was severely affected by the recent floods. With heavy rains and rise in the water level in Periyar-River the flood situation of the district was worse. The impact of the heavy rain and the resultant flooding was mostly felt in the eastern part of the district. Flood water marooned many houses and commercial establishments in Aluva, Paravur and Perumbavoor.Many families were feared trapped in their homes in places like Kadungalloor, Thottakkatukara,Karumaloor, Thuruthu, Desom,Kalady, Companypadi, Manjali,Veliyathunad, Malikampeedika, Paravoorkavala, Chowara,Eloor North, North Paravoor etc.

After the rescue operations were finished, thousands of families were shifted to camps.

Many NGOs, associations and political parties led the re-lief camps.IHMA Ernakulam District Committee Members worked as health care volunteers and attended many pa-tients in the camps in various parts of the districts, also con-ducted awareness classes on personal hygiene, epidemics prevention and counselling sessions for the people was also held who were in a state of mental shock after the flood, by the IHMA DC members.

IHMA Ernakulam District Committee had funded essen-tial dress materials and drinking water to Chengannur. Doc-tors from the district committee led many medical camps in and around the district. Dr Jayashankar, Dr Sajan, Dr Sree-jith, Dr Sajeena, Dr Deepu, Dr Vinod Joseph, Dr Moham-med Salih, Dr Joris, Dr Ganesh Das, Dr Jogi Varghese, Dr Swaroop, Dr Reejo Varghese, Dr Abhitha, Dr Mahesh, Dr Habeeb were actively involved in medial camps and relief activities, also other members of IHMA were participants of the activities under their leadership.

IHMA Ernakulam District Committee was instrumental in providing support to the flood affected areas through

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Reported by Dr. Mayarani Senan (Gen. Secretary IHMA Kerala) with inputs from District Officials - Dr. Pras-anth S. (Thiruvananthapuram), Dr. Abhilash M. (Kol-

lam), Dr. Narayana Prasad (Pathanamthitta), Dr. Deepu Dev (Alappuzha), Dr. Chamini Chand (Kottayam), Dr. Asokan (Idukki), Dr. Mohammed Salih (Ernakulam), Dr. Benoy I. (Thrissur), Dr. Krishnadas (Palakkad),

Dr.Shameem (Malappuram), Dr. Ramsheed (Kozhikode), Dr. Rashid (Kannur), Dr.Sujaya Nair (Kasargod).

INDIAN HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

KERALA REPORT

JULY 2018- SEPT 18School of Homoeopathy concluded its

activity for the year 2017-18 by repeating its usual success story . All India 2nd and 3rd rank for AIAPGET were bagged by our delegates. Team SoH’s hardwork really paid off. We had 13 centres for CECP and 7 centres for MOST. 31 IHMA delegates are among the first 100 ranks. Awaiting the rank list of PSC medical officer test.

‘MAZHAKOOTT’ 2018As a good will gesture for the faculties

and coordinators of SOH and a training for the budding leaders, Mazhakoott 2018 SNEHASANGAMAM was held at Challenger One Adventure Club, Athirappilly, Thrissur on Aug 7 and 8. Program was filled with fun activities, swimming, football, sightseeing, music

and dance that extended into late night. A trekking was also conducted.

Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Shemeer whose unparalelled enthusiasm fuelled this program. The wholehearted cooperation of all including our former General Secretary Dr. Shaji N. to our juniors Akhil, Rashid etc. made Mazhakoott a huge success.

Flood Relief ActivitiesKerala had witnessed a never before

disastrous monsoon, where the nature seemed to unleash its suppressed violence.The population of Kerala literally was shocked when their homes were invaded by gushing water, landslides and other calamities. IHMA Kerala showed the social responsibility by joining hands in rescue and relief operations through out the state.All 14 district office bearers, SWC and NWC members were on high alert mode by responding to each call, coordinating and arranging food, dress and necessary materials for the needy and conducting medical camps. IHMA Kerala expresses wholehearted gratitude to NWC members for your support in such a crisis. We humbly accept the fund collected by NWC members and a special thanks to

General Secretary’s ReportNational Secretary General Dr.Arulvanan for his personal contribution as cash and materials. Our heartfelt thanks to Shalini, national journalist union who arranged for the medicines and relief material from other parts of the country and Dr. Shrey Jaytay from Mysore for the medicines sent.

LEPTOSPIROSIS PREVENTIVE – protest against govt for avoiding

HomoeopathyThe flood affected state was faced with yet

another threat in the form of Leptospirosis infection. A press release by the health secretary hinted that other systems should not be allowed to conduct preventive medical camps during this period. A pressmeet was conducted by leaders of IHMA and IHK was held at Kozhikode expressing our strong opposition towards such an irresponsible action by the authorities. Dr. Harindranath, former National Secretary General, IHMA; Dr.Saji, Vice President IHMA Kerala and Dr.Unnikrisnan, President IHK spoke to the media.

Associating with other organisationsThe current scenario calls for a unified

protest and action against the devious

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move against Homoeopathy by Modern medicine and their associates.

The meeting of all registered associations of Homoeopathy was held on 16-08-2018 at Kozhikode. A second meeting was held at Kozhikode on 30-08-18.

The main agenda was the discussion and approval of the memorandum prepared to present before the Hon. Health Minister, AYUSH Secretary, Director of Homoeopathy etc. Leaders of IHMA, IHK, KGHMOA etc. attended.

Formed/ revived the AKHCC ( All Kerala Homoeopathic Coordination Committee) and formed an ad-hoc committee with Dr. M.E. Prasanth as the Chairman and Dr. Unnikrishnan B Nair as the Convenor. There will be representatives from each registered associations. Decided to formulate projects to submit before the government that will boost the image of Homoeopathy among public like adopting a tribal village etc.

Dr. Mayarani Senan,General Secretary

IHMA, Kerala

On 7th October 2018 , IHMA Perumbavoor chapter ad-hoc committee conducted a one day CME, “NIRNNAYAM ’18” on the topic “Diagnosis made easy” with special emphasis on thyroid and allergic diseases. Dr. Sajeev V. MD (Hom) (Medical Officer, Departemnt of homoeopathy, Kerala & Director IHMA School of Homoeopathy) was the faculty. Around 80 delegates attended the CME. Venue was Hotel Flora Residency, Perumbavoor.

Business session was inaugurated by IHMA Ernakulam District president Dr. Jayashanker and the Guest of Honour was Dr. Ganesh Das, Vice president, IHMA Kerala. Dr. Jeevan, Chairman of IHMA Perumbavoor chapter

PALAKKADIt’s rise and progress

Palakkad is the largest district in Kerala. Frequently termed as being a rural district, the people of Palakkad are slowly and steadily climbing the rungs of progress and urbanisation. Spurts of developments are evident in the district famously called the “Rice Bowl of Kerala.”

IHMA started with just one chapter and as of now has branched out as 3 very ac-tively working chapters of Palakkad Town, Pattambi and Mannarkkad. In a short pe-riod of time they have managed to include two new chapters and put together various events and programs under the guidance of Dr Ranjith Kumar. His contributions and efforts led to the upsurge of the activities in the district. As he is now the State Secre-tary, the responsibilities and the goodwill is being continued with the same enthusiasm and the hardwork by Dr Krishnadas the pre-sent District Secretary.

Keeping the chapters active and working a District Conference and Seminar was organ-ised at Hotel Flavours on July 14th, 2018. A Seminar was taken by Dr.K.M. Uvais on the topic “Role of mother tinctures and lower potencies in acute and emergency cases.” 50 persons attended the seminar.

REFINE, A scientific session for improv-ing clinical practice was initiated. First ses-sion was conducted on 2nd September at Hotel Flavours. Faculty Dr. Aboobacker from Thalassery. 30 delegates attended the session. Few camps were organised as well. Medical camps and awareness classes were conducted at Sub jail Palakkad on 16th September and at Sub jail Alathur on 29th September.

Free camp was held at Araamthodi, Vad-akkanchery on 23rd September 2018.

Camps were led by Dr Ranjith Kumar P S, State Secretary IHMA Kerala, Dr Satheesh, Dr Sneha, Dr Arjun, Dr Meera, Dr Savitha, Dr Anusha, Dr Athulya and Dr Drishya.

IHMA Annual State Conference 2018 concludes resplendentlyImportance of Homoeopathy increasing in Kerala, says minister.

LAKSHYA 2018

LAKSHYA 2018 The Fourteenth Annual State Conference and National Scientific Seminar of Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association was held on 22th April 2018 at Dr.R Sreekumar Nagar, Hotel Excalibur , Kottayam.The event was hosted by IHMA Kottayam District Committee.The colourful and grand event showcased the strength of IHMA and it’s influence and acceptance among the veteran and new budding Homoeopathic practitioners in Kerala.

LAKSHYA - highlighted the importance of collectively coming back to nature and leading the life with pure natural importance. It urged the world on the effectivity of Homoeopathic treatment in the present scenario and the importance of classical Homoeopathy in acute prescription, chronic long standing incurable cases, and on the quick selection of a remedy in the bedside.

The seminar gave delegates the innerview of casetaking with video presentations of cured cases.

The scientific session started by 9.30 am which was inaugurated by Dr Abdul Gafar, National Secretary (Administration), IHMA. The first session saw the energetic international speaker Dr. Veneeth Sidharthan on the topic - “Homoeopathy making it simple”.

The Annual State Conference session started by 11.30 am, State President IHMA Kerala State Chapter Dr. Prasanthkumar M.E. presided over the meeting. Dr.Sreejith K., Conference Chairman welcomed the gathering. The Conference Session was inaugurated by the Hon. Minister for Water

Resources Govt. Of Kerala Adv. Mathew T. Thomas. The Annual Report of IHMA Kerala State Chapter was presented by Dr Mayarani Senan General Secretary IHMA Kerala. Dr Harikrishnan State Treasurer presented the Policy of Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association. Dr Ramjyothis Conference Director delivered the vote of thanks.

The Second Scientific session started at 12.30 pm. The topic was - “ENT & Therapeutics” by Dr Sreekumar Alampatt MD(Hom).

The final session was dealt by Dr Jayadev P. BHMS. The topic - “Few slices of Experience”, on remarkable cures with classical homoeopathy.

The Annual State Conference and National Scientific Seminar turned out to be one of the most anticipated and successful events in the history of IHMA. The sessions, venue, arrangements and participation from almost all district chapters in Kerala was above expectations. The presence of a long line of dignitaries and veterans of IHMA bejewelled the event along with the younger rising generation of IHMA- ians.

Around 350 delegates from all over Kerala attended the programme.

Undoubtedly, one of the grandest and most magnificent events in the history of Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association, LAKSHYA cemented the unity among the Homoeopathic fraternity in Kerala and the grand Annual State Conference declared the solidarity of the fraternity to a great medical system.

Remembering the near and dear ones of our Homoeopathic family... Now unseen and unheard, but always in our thoughts....

Smt. Kamalakshi mother of Dr Sudin-kumar Sri. Ponnappan father of Dr.Joy P (MD HOMCO)Dr.Kuriakose fa-ther of Dr.Manoj Kuriakose (CMO GHD Chathamangalam)Dr.Jayakumar (For-mer Principal GHMC Kozhikode) Dr.Sajina Afsal wife of Dr.Afsal (Former President IHMA Kollam Chapter) Father of Dr.Sheela Abraham IHMA Kottay-am Father of Dr.Sreekumari (Dept. of Physiology DPMHMC Ernamkulam) Dr.M.K.Anilkumar (Retd DMO For-mer President IHMA Kottayam District) Brother of Dr.Aboobacker (Thalas-sery) Dr.Manuel Life Member IHMA Paravoor Father Mother and Grandfa-ther of Dr.Swaminathan PG Scholar of SKHMC Sri.CG Vasudevan Nair, father of Dr.Sindhu V, Life Member of IHMA Kottayam (08 May 2018) Father of Dr.Jayaram Ernamkulam Sri. Cheriya-mundam Abdul Hameed Madani, father of Dr.Ameen Tirur Father of Dr Sindhu V Dr NI Babu Changanassery

Obituaries

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Use the following keys to open the treasure.

KEY 1 : It is a type of congenital uterine abnormality with half the normal size of uterus. It usually has only one functioning fallopian tube and the other side of the uterus have rudimentary horn.KEY 2 : The protozoa responsible for causing strawberry vagina.KEY 3 : The primary hormone responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics.KEY 4 : Medicine indicated for post-operative gas pains and nymphomania, with aversion to her own sex.KEY 5 : The main arterial supply to uterus.KEY 6 : Promotes expulsion of foreign bodies from uterus.First letter of the answers of 6 keys will

open up the treasure. TRY IT !

A 45-year-old woman presented for chiropractic care with intermittent low backache of 4 years’ duration. History

revealed concurrent dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia and lower abdominal

pain. The organ to be focused ?

NIRNNAYAM ’18 – IHMA PERUMBAVOOR CHAPTER CMEad-hoc committee presided over the function.Dr.Mohammed Salih M. A., convenor ad-hoc committee IHMA Perumbavoor chapter did the welcome speech and Dr. Abhitha, Member of ad-hoc committee IHMA Perumbavoor chapter delivered the vote of thanks.

Later an election of IHMA Perumbavoor chapter was held in the presence of Dr.Vinod Joseph, Secretary, IHMA Kerala. Dr. Joirspoulose was elected as President of IHMA Perumbavoor, Dr.Mohammed Salih M. A. as the Secretary and Dr. Sandhya Unnikrishnan as treasurer. Other office bearers and Executive committee members were elected.

Dear colleaguesThe months after the release of last

IHMA News were quite hectic and test-ing for all of us. Whether it’s incase of MOST/CECP , where all of us were ei-ther engaged in preparing for the test or were arranging classes for the aspirants or incase of post flood scenario in Kerala where we all were doing our best in help-ing our brethren either in the form of ar-ranging medical camps or providing the essentials.

This year also, as in the last season, we proved our mettle in AIAPGET again by winning major ranks in the first 100 from the rank list and I am sure we will repeat the success story in Kerala PSC test for Medical Officers also. Congratulations to the winners and all stars of School of Ho-moeopathy, Kerala.

A very special thanks and congratula-tions to all our members who toiled hard during most testing times of flood to help our fellow beings, especially Kozhikode, Malappuram, Thrissur, Palakkad, Er-nakulam, Alappuzha, Kottayam and Thiruvananthapuram chapters who were in the forefront to provide the essentials for the affected masses in their respec-tive areas. Let me take this opportunity to thank our national working committee members especially our most respected Secretary General Dr. Arulvanan for the heart touching gestures extended to us during the flood in the form of monetary as well as provisions aids .

Lakshya 2018 our state conference was a great success and congratulations to all my colleagues who worked hard to achieve the same.

The IHMA-HSL, the soccer champi-onship for our members was a whopping success by participation and organisation. Special congratulations to teams from Malappuram and Kozhikode for their en-thusiasm and en masse participation and thanks to the Ernakulam district commit-tee for arranging the tournament in such a wonderful way. A very special congratu-lations from all of us to the winners, The Mohammadans FC and the runner up - President’s FC Malappuram.

You will read a detailed report on this elsewhere here.

Our most cherished dream- the own headquarters building is nearing comple-tion and final finishing works are in full swing . I am more than hopeful that we will be meeting soon for it’s grand gala in-augural ceremonies by February next year

Let me invite all of you for our North Zone Conference and seminar- Enrich 2018 to be conducted on 18 th November 2018 at Kannur . Please participate with your friends to make it a successful event.

The coming months also will be hec-tic as there are many programs scheduled for our members like cricket tournament season III at Payyanur, Shuttle badminton tournament at Kozhikode, headquarters inauguration, music competition at Vata-kara etc etc. We will need your uncondi-tional, whole hearted support to organise, manage and execute all these activities and I am sure, together we can make this year an evermemorable period in the his-tory of IHMA Kerala.

Thanking you, Sincerely

Dr. M.E.Prasanthkumar State President, IHMA-Kerala

Presidential Address

Kollam District Committee conducted a CME and conference – ‘BODHI 8’on 30.9.18. Chief Radiologist from Metro Scans Thiruvananthapuram was one of the faculties. On 28th evening he withdrew from his commitment citing the threat from Radiologists’ association IRAI. Our Secre-tary General Dr. Arulvanan agreed to come and conduct the seminar, once we informed him about the problem.

He came all over from Chennai to Kollam by travelling 1500 kms in his car as tickets by rail and air were exhausted and reaching at 1.30am on seminar day. We extend our whole hearted gratitude for helping us and IHMA from a big embarrassment.

The second faculty was Dr.Parimalakumar, Retd. Supt. Dept. of Homoeopathy and he elaborated on his vast experience in Ho-moeopathy.

We honoured Ms.Nanda PS who won the Junior Scholar award constituted by NAM. She is a native of Kollam and final year stu-dent of GHMCT. Secretary General handed over a memento to her on behalf of IHMA Kollam. Former General Secretary Dr. Shaji N draped Dr. Parimala kumar with a pon-nada, honouring him on behalf of IHMA Kollam. 75 delegates attended the seminar.

‘BODHI 8’

Trivandrum: Arogyabharathi Trivan-drum and IHMA Neyyatinkara participated in the Homoeopathic medical camp at tribal settlements of podiyam nedumagadu thaluk on 28.10.2018 Sunday.

Dr R. Akhil Krishnan IHMA Neyyatinkara chapter President & Arogyabharathi Trivan-drum District Treasurer and Sri. Vinuku-mar Secretary Sevabharathi Nedumagadu participated. Dr. Shajikutty IHMA NWC member from Neyyatinkara and Dr. Raghu Arogyabharathi State Secretary & former President of KHMGA Kerala cordinated the programme.15 patients were treated in this session. Medicines, packed food products, clothes and surgical equipments for disa-bled people were provided in this sessions.

Introducing Homoeopathy in tribal villages

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MAZHAKOOTT ‘18IHMA has extended its wings of knowl-

edge and experience pan India. It works effortlessly to bring about professionalism and perfection to the aspiring homoeo-paths. On such a thought was born the Brainchild of IHMA - SCHOOL OF HO-MOEOPATHY. SOH is part and the core of training, moulding and inspiring young homoeopaths to feel proud and efficient through CECPs, MOST and various other programs.

All work and no play takes away the fun from learning. So as a tribute to every in-dividual who whole heartedly contributed and are continuing to do so, a small get together was beautifully arranged at the “Challenger One Adventure Club”, Athi-rappilly ,Thrissur On Aug 7and 8, 2018. The congregate aptly titled SNEHASANGAMAM.

Kerala was experiencing a turbulent climate at that time, but to our surprise,the nature calmed down so that the program could be conducted smoothly.Mazhakoott saw a healthy relationship budding between the members of IHMA. The two day muster saw a rainbow of activities ranging from indoors to outdoors, pool to hill and from singing to dancing to a game of football. The spectrum of activities brought out the best in everyone. The musical night was led by a band with our members joining to sing along. It was a jubiliant night where even the senior members accompanied the juniors to burn the dance floor.

The members witnessed a heart touching session of senior members sharing their experi-ences in IHMA and how IHMA had become a part of their lives; the agonies, disappoint-ments, happiness and satisfaction they all experienced by being part of this organisation and how it helped them to become better people.

The following day saw the family of Mazhakoott going the nature’s way. A trekking into the wild charm of Athirappily, was led by a professional guide, Mr. Justin Thomas, a renowned soft skill trainer who also led a session on ‘Interpersonal Communication’. The program was successfully coordinated and managed by the junior members under the guid-ance of Dr. Shemeer and Dr. Sajeev.

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Kozhikode, the coastal district of Kerala, full of energy and endless tides, also known as the City of Spices, Kozhikode sure does keep all refreshed, excited and free spirited. Just like the ever buzzing activities by the enthusiastic members of IHMA Kozhikode. Multitudinous programs were conducted as camps, meet-ings, discussions, press conferences just to name a few.IHMA Vatakara chapter successfully con-ducted CMEs on the following dates : 12th May, 9th September and 7th October whose topics were Managing common emergencies in daily practice, Fever management in easy way and Effective prescription for easy prac-tice respectively. Apart from sharing knowl-

Malappuram Sulthans, Team Inspiron (Payyannur-Thrikkarippur), Kannur Bomb-ers and Blood Brothers FC Neyyattinkara were the 16 teams.

The event witnessed whole hearted par-ticipation from doctors, irrespective of their ages which incorporated the motto of or-ganising such an event, emphasising on the importance of sports and fitness in the ac-celerating digital scenario, which also gave chance to one and all to establish the con-nection with each other through the spirit of sportsmanship.

Sports involve the skill and strength. Our doctors were on the front foot to prove their core power as the first round matches started.The first round matches and Quarter finals were held in the Indoor and Outdoor turfs with 2 matches simultaneously. The first round matches progressed, 8 teams sailed through to the quarterfinals. The thrill was obvious as the audience cheered the teams.

The heat was on, the enthusiasm of the audience doubled up as the moment of an-ticipation was around. As the semi-finals ended on high note, showing performance, endurance and smart play, the two teams of Malapuram, Mohammadans FC and

P1 ▶ HSL 2018President’s FC pitched in for their battle to become the first champion of the HSL. To secure the status of a memorable event the tournament need a stunning performance at the finals. Both the teams were giving tough competition but as it is said there is only one winner, the Mohammadans FC Malap-puram triumphed as the champions of HSL 2018. The President’s FC Malappuram had to settle down with the first runner up tro-phy. But it is wisely said “every defeat is a victory in itself” the tournament brought up great moments to be remembered and a great learning for the future events.

Calicut United FC were the winners of 2nd runner up trophy by defeating Team In-spiron in the loosers final.

The fair play team trophy was awarded to the Venad Warriors (Kollam). To line up further the Trophy for best goal keeper was awarded to Dr. Krishnadas of Valluvanadan Fighters (Palakkad). The prestigious Golden boot and Best player trophies was awarded to Dr. Mohammad Shijas of Mohammadans FC. The referees were felicitated with token of appreciation in form of crest.

The closing ceremony ended at high note with the cheers from all the participating team proving the Spirit of Unity.Prizes were distributed by National and state leaders of IHMA.

Last but not the least, the womens wing Ernakulam supported the event by extend-ing every help in organising the event suc-cessfully. Not to forget, the family, the kids of who cheered the teams through the day which is not a lesser highlight of the event.

HSL leaves behind fond memories and great promises to keep up in future.

edge through CMEs, various meetings were held to discuss the essential ongoing issues and ways to tackle them efficiently and effec-tively. District committee meetings were held on 18th April, 30th July and 7th October. Dr. K.P. Mohanan was elected as SWC member. District committee decided to donate a sum amount of Rs.10,000 to the flood relief fund.A very noble gesture towards the building fund was given by IHMA Calicut district. The District Chapter collected Rs.3.55 lakhs for building fund and handed it over to the State Committee. Two important press conferences were organ-ised as well to defend our system of medicine and impart the effectiveness of Homoeopathy

to people. First press meet was on the “Nipah preventive issue”. Joining with IHK in this meet; Dr. M. E. Prasanth and Dr. Saji partici-pated on behalf of IHMA.Following which, another Press meet was conducted on the “IMA issue”. Dr. Hareen-dranath, Dr. Saji and Dr. M. E. Prasanth duly participated.Amidst all these programs, the members of IHMA Calicut dist. managed to organise a clinically oriented training program for young doctors under the name SPARK. It’s been functioning since 9th September 2018 and is successfully moving ahead with 40 partici-pants.

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the project “Kaithangu”(meaning “help-ing hand”) which was a great relief for the affected doctors in their times of distress. Around 40 Homoeopathic doctors were identified in the district, which were affect-ed by the deluge at their clinic and houses.

IHMA Ernakulam District Committee through the project ‘Kaithangu’ provided on an emergency basis – Medicines, sun-dries, furniture, dress, and every essential commodities on a need to need basis.

The deluge caused an estimated loss of 30-35 lakhs amongst the affected homoeo-pathic doctors which included destruction to their house/ property, vehicle, furniture, clinics books, etc.IHMA Alappuzha Flood Relief ActivitiesAlappuzha district in Kerala had to face

the worst flood in the history. When the rest of the places recouped soon after the inci-dent, Alappuzha took more time than usual due to its geographical peculiarities. During this hardship, the State working committee of Indian Homoeopathic Medical commit-tee extended its help through its various dis-trict committees.

IHMA Palakkad:Under the leadership of Dr. Krishna Das, IHMA Palakkad provided fresh vegetables to the tune of Rs 25000. That consignment was much needed as the various relief camps were lacking this. This help was much appreciated by the district administration and the Tahilsdar of Am-balappuzhaTalukoffice personally received the consignment.

IHMA Malappuram:IHMA Malappuram through their contacts also provided fresh vegetables and much needed drinking wa-ter, under the leadership of Dr. Anwar.

IHMA Thrissur: Dr.Parvathy of IHMA Thrissur was in contact with Dr DeepuDev, IHMA National working committee mem-ber from Alappuzha and she was instrumen-tal in providing help through various NGOs. Among them, an NGO named Pradhidwani provided fresh cooked food, clothes and much needed materials in the camp.

IHMA Eranakulam:Under the leadership of Dr.Vinod Joseph and Dr.Sreekumar A, IHMA Ernakulam sent fresh drinking wa-ter, clothes, sanitary pads, diapers etc. to be distributed in various camps.

IHMA Kollam:IHMA Kollam, under the leadership of Dr. Sankaranarayanan and Dr.Harikrishnan provided much needed utensils like plates for eating, cooking etc. They also provided fresh drinking water and clothes. These were directly distributed in the camps of Haripad and Kayamkulam.

IHMA Trivandrum:DrRassel and Dr.Prasanth took the leadership in provid-ing relief materials to Alappuzha through their contacts. Dr.Rassel would be grateful-ly thanked for providing help through Na-tional Journalist Union. Miss. Shalini from Trivandrum was taking care of this through her contacts in the Union.

IHMA Kottayam:The general secretary of IHMA Kerala, was spearheading the re-lief activities in Kottayam. The team lead by Dr.Mayarani and Dr.Chamini Chand provided much needed help in the flood af-fected areas of Chengannur.

IHMA Pathanamthitta: Dr.Narayanaprasad was in charge of the activities in Pathanam-thitta. They provided relief materials, clean-ing materials, water and foods to different camps in the Chengannur.

Thus IHMA was meticulous in providing a need based supply of goods to different camps in and around the region. Other than this numerous medical camps were provid-ed to the flood affected areas. These were organised individually as well as in collab-oration with the department of Homoeopa-thy, Government of Kerala.

IHMA Alappuzha-Flood Relief Camp Details

Alappuzha district was one of the worst flood hit areas in the state of Kerala. Kuttan-ad, which is unique due to its sub sea level agriculture, is a low lying area and is one of the worst hit regions in the district. The region was hit twice in a time span of one and half months. Due to its geographical peculiarities, water level was not receding like other places and there was severe wa-ter logging in many areas. Water level was more than 5 feet and this made the people to move out of the region.

IHMA, Alappuzha chapter was active in providing flood relief measures and medi-

cal aid. The team of doctors at times had to hire motor boats to reach the flood affected areas to provide medical aid. IHMA Alap-puzha joined with other hospitals, NGOs and other associations to provide medical aid. The camps were organised as per the needs of the region. The doctors and the team visited several camps to provide medi-cal aid. Prophylactic and Curative aspects were kept in the mind while organising the camps. Several classes were conducted in the camps regarding personal hygiene, the need for clean surroundings and the impor-tance of clean drinking water. Doctors also talked about diseases and health awareness in general.

Team: Indian Homoeopathic Medical As-sociation conducted camps with the help of doctors from the association. Trained staff along with Nurses accompanied them for patient care and dispensing of medicines. Few boats were arranged to visit areas which were not accessible by road. Volun-teers were chosen based on their knowledge of the geography.

Medicines and Sundries: The team car-ried Homoeopathic medicines which were purchased from local stores for the camp. Sundries were also procured on the same manner. Medicines were carried in a wide range of potencies and proper dispensing methods were implemented.

Expenses: The major expenses for the camps were divided among willing doctors, funds of the chapter and partly from dona-tions. Transportation was arranged by the association and for group medical camps; the amount was shared among participating associations. Overall Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association, Alappuzha chapter in-curred an expense of around Rs 5000/- (ap-proximate figure) per camp.

Department of Homoeopathy, Govern-ment of Kerala along with National Ayush Mission were also conducting camps. Team of doctors who work in the private sector, and who are members of the association joined hands with the government machin-ery to effectively provide medical aid in the flood affected areas.IHMA Kottayam Flood Relief ActivitiesKerala, God’s Own Country was hit with

the worst natural disaster of the century in August 2018. The catastrophic incessant rains and resulting floods left the state reel-ing. As our state struggled to rise up from the biggest crisis it has ever witnessed, In-dian Homoeopathic Medical Association had risen to the occasion in various Flood Relief works . IHMA Kottayam has also joined the flood relief activities in its area and surroundings. The following is a com-pilation of various flood relief activities our doctors took part.

* IHMA Kottayam District Chapter donat-ed relief materials - clothes, footwear, sani-tary napkins, utensils, food materials and groceries worth `25000/- to various relief camps around Changanassery and Kurichi. District President and District Secretary handed over the materials to the camp co-ordinators.

* Dr Chitra C Kartha - Supplied relief ma-terials ( utensils, dress materials and food materials) to CMS College camp .She also donated two days income to CMRF.

* Dr Fathima Rahim- Collected and sorted a huge supply of Relief materials ( Food materials- ready to eat and cooked food , utensils, footwear, clothes, sanitary nap-kins, personal hygiene products, cleaning materials and disinfectants to camps around Kurichi, Changanassery and Chengannur.

* Dr Glennie Peter - Supplied relief ma-terials (dress and food materials) to CMS College camp.

*Dr Joby J - Attended CMS College Camp and supplied relief materials.

* Dr Satyashanth - Was very actively in-volved in flood relief activities - Distrib-uted a huge stock of flood relief materials (all sorts) to various areas in Kottayam and Pathanamthitta. He was actively involved in rescue works too. He also arranged for medical camps in Kottayam, Pathanamthit-ta, Idukki and Ernakulam districts.

* Dr Ramjothis - Coordinated all relief activities in the district especially supply of materials and arranging camps.

*Dr Sojan Manual - Attended Medical Camps in Relief camps.

* Dr Mathew George - Attended Medical Camps in Relief camps. He helped in sort-ing materials at Capuchin ashramam, Thel-lakom.

* Dr Anoop - was actively involved in rescue works and post flood cleanup in Er-nakulam district. He also attended medical camps in Kottayam district.

* Dr Nisha - Supply of Relief materials to CMS College camp.

* Dr Chamini Chand - Attended camps and coordinated the relief activities of oth-er members. Supply of Relief materials to Capuchin ashramamThellakom.

IHMA Thrissur Flood Relief ActivitiesIHMA Thrissur conducted a very big med-

ical camp at Chalakudy. It was conducted in St.Jude church, Rotary hall and Govt. boys high school. The highpoint and relief of the event was that the camp could cater to the affected very much because the Govern-ment Boys high school was one of the relief camps opened by the state government and many patients were suffering from many acute issues without much medical aid.

IHMA Kollam Flood Relief ActivitiesOn 17/8/2018 IHMA and RAECH con-

ducted a camp at Valarhungal HS Kollam. The camp was led by Dr.Rejith Kumar and Dr.Asharani. On 19/8/2018 another camp was held at Amrita UPS Pavumba. IHMA And RAECH together participated in the camp. Dr.Sini Thomas, Dr.Nimitha and Dr.Sreela took part in the camp. On the same venue IHMA donated dresses com-prising of bedsheets, lungi, towels and un-dergarments worth Rs 3100. The delegation was led by Dr.Abhilash.Initially Rs 14000 was collected by Dr.Nasia and of that sani-tary pads, bedsheets, mats, bottled water, cleaning lotions, tooth brushes, mosquito repellants, candles, matches, batteries etc. worth Rs10300 was purchased. In addi-tion to that ready to eat food and the be-fore mentioned essentials to the tune of Rs 65000 was collected from our benevolent members of IHMA Kollam and adelga-tion led by Dr.Rejith Kumar, Dr.Shaji and Dr.Sreelatha including Dr.Nasia, Dr.Joshila and Dr.Jasmin donated all these to camps at Govt LPS Haripad and Amrutha school Karuvatta on 19/8/2018. Shirts were donat-ed to a camp at Infant Jesus High School, Kollam by Dr.Rejith Kumar. A sum of Rs 21000 was collected by Dr.Biju A from the members of IHMA Kollam and handed over to the DMO Kollam to be donated to the Chief Ministers Relief fund. The rest of the funds were utilized to buy disinfect-ants and bleaching powder for a Tsunami colony at Thani, Eravipuram, Kollam. It was done by Dr.Rejith Kumar and Dr.M G Radhakrishnan.

IHMA Idukki Flood Relief ActivitiesWe visited camps at rural areas especially

3 at Puthedu, Elapally and Edadu. All were hill top camps. Fruitful medical camps were conducted. We could donate nighties, kids wear, undergarments, T shirts. Shorts etc. We also gave oral hygiene kit comprising of a toothbrush and paste to each and every inmate of the camp. In cooperation with RAECH we also distributed ointments for pain and skin dyscrasias. The camps were led by Dr.Ashok Kumar and Dr.Lekshmy S S, Dr.Anmy, Dr.Tony, Dr.Bijimole and Dr.Beena participated in the medical camps.

IHMA Kasaragod Flood Relief ActivitiesDr.Sujaya took lead in collecting Rs 8500

from Dr.Shafna, Dr.Deepa, Dr.Rajesh, Dr.Revati, Dr.Sheeba, Dr.Mini and herself and the money collected was handed over to Ernakulam District Committee to be uti-lized for ‘kaithangu’ - an event devised by IHMA Ernakulam to help doctors who were affected by the flood.

IHMA Kannur Flood Relief ActivitiesDr.Rashid took lead in collecting an

amount of Rs 25000 and still adding more from the distinguished members of IHMA Kannur. Part of the fund was handed over to the State Working Committee and the rest was handed over to the District Collector.

IHMA Kozhikode - Flood Relief Activities

Kerala state witnessed one of the worst ca-lamities in its history in the form of floods. Though Kozhikode district was not serious-ly affected by the calamity, as a responsi-ble organisation with social commitments, IHMA Kozhikode collected funds and ma-terials from its members and distributed the same at Wayanad district where the people were hit badly by the flood.

We purchased provisions and dress ma-terials worth Rs.20,000 and distributed the same at a remote village area with the help and guidance of Dr.Hari who is an activist and was heading the flood relief activities at Wayanad especially in tribal and remote areas where the government aids were diffi-cult to reach. Our members’ also participat-ed full day in supplying the relief materials to the affected areas

Dr. Sunand, Dr. Prasanth M.E and Vy-shakh Prasanth actively participated in the relief works at Wayanad. Later many of our members volunteered in medical camps ar-ranged by the Government Homoeopathy department at WayanadIHMA Palakkad Flood Relief ActivitiesIHMA Palakkad helped in sending 650

kg of vegetables to medical camps in Alap-puzha, which was the worst hit. The con-signment was received by Dr.Deepu Dev of IHMA Alappuzha.We also met the Pal-akkad Municipal Secretary and expressed our willingness to conduct medical camps in any areas if the need arises.

IHMA Malappuram Flood Relief Activities.

IHMA Malappuram reached out to many places in Kerala. Even though Malappuram had landlsides it was places in Alappuzha and Wayanad which we reached out more. We sent relief essentials and food inclu-sive of items from salt to sanitary napkins to camps in Ammara, Aanoth an Achur in Wayanad. We were able to cover places from Mundakutty to Achur. IHMA Malap-puram teamed up with TEAM SAFARI in almost all the help delivering. A special note of thanks to TEAM SAFARI. We also made house visits to affected homes in Malappuram. Dr.Arulvanan and Dr.Vinod Joseph together contribute Rs.21000 by which we were able to buy blankets to a camp in Aluva. It was a great gesture in-deed. We were also giving a helping hand in removing the dirt and silt that had ac-cumulated in many homes. A name that should not go mentioned is Dr.Anwar and the volunteers from TEAM SAFARI. Hats off to them.Dr.Vinukrishnan, Dr.Shameem, Dr. Abdul Razak, Dr Azhar, Dr.Akbar and Dr Nousheer played pivotal roles. Dr.Akbar donated Rs 10000. The district committee donated Rs 10000, Dr.Mansoor Rs 5000, Dr.Anwar Rs 2500, Dr.Dipika Rs2000, Dr.Amir Rs2000, Dr.Sumitha Rs 3000 and two others Rs 500 each.

IHMA NWC contributionIHMA national working committee espe-

cially IHMA Tamilnadu donated Rs 66000 and Dr.Arulvanan delivered 10 boxes of medicines to Ernakulam District committee to be distributed to doctors who were badly hit by the floods.

The camp details are as follows:No: Date Attending Doctors Place No: of patients

1 08-08-2018 Dr.Devakumar, Dr.Deepu Dev Kuttamangalam 183

2 08-08-2018 Dr.Devakumar, Dr.Deepu Dev Palli Jetty 73

3 08-08-2018 Dr.Devakumar, Dr.Deepu Dev Arunoottampadam 193

4 10-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr.Sudha Umbikkaram 112

5 10-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr.Sudha Bhajanamadom 58

6 10-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr.Sudha Aarubunk 67

7 12-08-2018 Dr.Deepu Dev, Dr. Manu AK St. Josephs HSS Punnapra 224

8 14-08-2018 Dr.Deepu Dev, Dr. Manu AK ChinmayaVidyalaya 121

9 14-08-2018 Dr.Deepu Dev, Dr. Manu AK Maghampalli 32

10 18-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr. Manu AK Lajnathul Muhammadiya 89

11 18-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr. Manu AK Muhammadens 139

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