BHARATH NEWS: VIJAYAWADA:
World Mental Health Day 2024 Awareness Program Conducted at Divisional Railway Hospital, Vijayawada
In observance of World Mental Health Day 2024, a comprehensive awareness program was held at the New OPD Block of the Divisional Railway Hospital, Vijayawada today, i.e 10th October 2024. The event, organized under the guidance of Dr. M. Sowribala, Chief Medical Superintendent, Vijayawada Division emphasized the theme, ‘It’s time to prioritize Mental Health in the workplace’.
The program aimed to bring attention to the importance of mental health in professional environments, where workplace stressors can significantly impact employee well-being.
During the program, Dr. M. Jaideep, ACMS (Health & Family Welfare), Vijayawada Division discussed the adverse effects of negative work environments on employees’ mental health, such as increased substance abuse, absenteeism, and reduced productivity. Dr. Sriknath Kolli, Consultant Psychiatrist, delivered a lecture on prevalent mental health concerns, available treatment options, and preventive measures. He emphasized the importance of reducing stigma around mental health issues. Approximately 100 railway employees and beneficiaries, especially women, attended the event. The experts stressed the importance of early identification and treatment of mental health issues to ensure workplace well-being, reiterating that mental health should be a priority in every work environment.