Amrita School of Dentistry teamed up with Vennala Govt. L.P. School, Kochi, to promote dental care in children. Under the Union Health Ministry's Anand Muskan project, this initiative is a part of ICMR’s National Health Research Project. The Anand Muskan project is a significant step towards integrating oral healthcare into school curriculums, ensuring that children receive the necessary guidance and tools for maintaining good dental hygiene.
Ernakulam is among the 18 districts selected for this nationwide project, which focuses on improving oral health by introducing teacher-supervised brushing sessions for students five days a week. These sessions aim to instill good dental care practices and reduce oral health issues among children from a young age.
The event at Vennala Govt. L.P. School was inaugurated by Dr. Sivaprasad P.S., District Program Manager, National Health Mission, Ernakulam. School Principal Rajesh P.G. welcomed the gathering. Other speakers included Dr. Arun Rao K, Dr. Krishnaja Kumar, V.A. Sreejith, K.B. Harshal, and PTA President Abdul Rahim A.
As part of the program, students received free brushing kits to help develop good dental habits.
