Organized by: Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology
Date: 31st May 2025
Outreach Platforms: Local Newspaper & All India Radio (AIR)

🎯 Objective:

To raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use, particularly its link to oral cancer, and to promote tobacco cessation through community engagement and media outreach.

📍 Program Highlights:

1. Community Outreach Camp

 Newspaper Article Publication

• Title: "Tobacco and Oral Cancer: A Silent Epidemic"
• Published in: Arogyavani, 25th May 2025
• Author : Dr. Nandita Shenoy, Associate Professor, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Radiology
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• Content Summary:
  • Explained the types of tobacco (smoked and smokeless)
  • Highlighted the early signs of oral cancer
  • Shared real-life patient stories and recovery journeys
  • Provided expert advice on quitting tobacco
  • Included helpline numbers and cessation resources

3. Radio Talk on All India Radio (AIR)

• Broadcast Date: 31st May 2025
• Station: All India Radio, Mangalore FM 100.3
• Topic: "Tobacco Cessation: Why It Matters and How to Begin"
• Speaker: Dr. Nandita Shenoy, Associate Professor, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Radiology
• Key Points Covered:
  • Health risks of tobacco use
  • Psychological and physical aspects of addiction
  • Step-by-step guide to quitting
  • Role of family and community support
  • Government cessation programs and helplines

📌 Conclusion:

The Anti-Tobacco Day initiative successfully combined clinical outreach with mass media to educate, screen, and support the community in the fight against tobacco-related diseases. The Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology remains committed to continuing such impactful programs.