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Dengue/Chikungunya
Chandigarh, June 28 The female trauma ward in Government Multi-Specialty Hospital, Sector 16, will be converted into the special ward to accommodate patients suffering from dengue and chikungunya. During the meeting of directorate of national vector-borne disease control programme, Chandigarh , held under the chairmanship of director health services Dr Manjit Singh Bains, the detailed hospitalisation plan was discussed with members for timely action and chalking out preparation for making adequate arrangements required for in patient hospital facilities in advance. With discussing the contingency plan dealing with emergency hospitalisation for patients, the meeting was held to make the most efficient use of hospitalisation and treatment facility in case of outbreak of the diseases. The director appointed one nodal officer in the GMSH to make day-to-day liaison with the state surveillance unit of the integrated disease surveillance project, Chandigarh. Similarly, it was decided that adequate laboratory facilities be provided and arrangement for whole blood, platelet concentrate and fresh and frozen plasma be made at the hospital. To meet any emergency situation, the hospital will ensure sufficient quantity of reserved medicine stock, which will be used exclusively for the inpatients suffering from the two diseases in case of outbreaks. Besides, the hospital will have sufficient supply of equipment and therapy material to deal with the outbreak situation in the hospital. A medical specialist on duty will also work as in-charge, triage.
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Free anti-rabies vaccine for UT staff
Chandigarh, June 28 Keeping this in mind, the UT health department recently decided to provide anti-rabies vaccine from various locations in the city. The department has already started administering anti-rabies vaccine free of cost to the employees of the UT, Punjab and Haryana and their dependents residing in UT in cases of bite. Persons living below the poverty line (holding yellow card in the city) will also come under the scheme, according to a press note issued here today. The vaccine will be administered at no-profit-no-loss basis to rest of the patients. These facilities are available at anti-rabies centre, civil dispensary, Sector 19, block hospital, Mani Majra and Sector 22, and Poly Clinic,
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Programme on AIDS awareness
Mohali, June 28 CEO and MD of the hospital Shivinder Mohan Singh said the programme would emphasise on the use of condoms as a preventive measure, recognition and early treatment of sexually transmitted diseases and the prevention of gender-based violence. The hospital will also conduct six high-end cardiac surgeries free of cost for the underprivileged, while special attention will be given during the year to ‘Chetna’, a support initiative for the underprivileged girl child.
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Jeev Dubai’s golf ambassador
Chandigarh, June 28 The first Indian to break into the top-50 of World Rankings, following his superb performances around the globe last year, Jeev joins heavyweights like Ernie Els, Mark O’Meara, Colin Montgomerie, Henrik Stenson, Thomas Bjorn, Lee Westwood and the revered Peter Cowen in an illustrious list of giD ambassadors driving the brand “Dubai” forward. The son of the legendary ‘Flying Sikh’ Milkha Singh, Jeev jumped to a career-high 37th rank in the world from a poor 376th in just one season when he claimed four titles, including the Volvo Masters at Valderrama at the tail-end of last year, to make up for six “frustrating” winless years. At the Asian Tour award function held in Bangkok, he swept three prestigious awards, including the inaugural category for ‘Special Achievement’ for 2006 in addition to winning the ‘Players’ Player of the Year’ and the ‘Order of Merit’. “Winning these awards is a reflection on Jeev’s dedication, fighting spirits and honesty in the sport,” said Mohamed Buamaim, vice-chairman and CEO of golf in Dubai. “His contribution to Asian golf, no doubt, has been immense and he is also considered among the elite on the Japanese and European Tour,” he added. “With golf in Dubai promoting and organising the Indian Masters from February 7 to 11 next year, his association with us will further spice up the first European Tour event ever to be held in India,” Buamaim added. Jeev, currently ranked 57th in the world, is looking forward to having a long association with golf in Dubai. “I have always considered Dubai as my second home. Whenever I have played in the Dubai Desert Classic the reception from the galleries has always been overwhelming. All I can say is a big thank you. I am privileged and honoured to be a global ambassador for golf in Dubai,” said Jeev.
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Local lad in u-19 team for Lanka
Mohali, June 28 This is not the first time that this promising bowler has made waves in the game. He has proved his mettle by becoming part of the under-19 team to England that tour last year. There, he got a chance to play one match against England. Starting the game at the age of nine, 17-year-old Aman caught the attention of cricket aficionados while playing for Punjab. Seeing his performance in the state camp at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium, PCA selectors gave him his first break by selecting him for the Inter-State (U-17) Cricket Tournament in 2004. In his first season for the state, he snapped 26 wickets in just five matches. In the tournament, the best performance was in a match against Haryana where Aman claimed nine wickets in two innings. After this performance, the National Cricket Academy, Bangalore, opened its doors to the talented cricketer the same year. Stepping ahead, he got selected to the Zonal Cricket Academy U-19 (ZCA) camp from where Aman was chosen for the ZCA north zone team. To date, Aman has represented north zone team twice in Hemu Adhikari Trophy. He again proved his mettle by snapping 22 wickets in six matches. Aman got a shot in the arm when he made his debut in Ranji Trophy this year. Expressing happiness over his selection, Aman termed the selection for the U-19 tour a big opportunity. “I will try to live up to the expectations of my parents, coach Bharti Vij and my well-wishers. My coach has worked very hard to hone my skills especially in swing bowling. I am trying to learn other aspects like reverse swing, a lethal weapon in today’s cricket, from my coach now,” said 6’3” tall cricketer, while thanking PCA officials for their support. Equally overjoyed was coach Vij who said: “Aman has the potential to make it big as he has all qualities of a successful bowler.” |
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Cricket
Chanidgarh, June 28 Resuming from an overnight score of 29 runs for 1 in 6 overs, the CCA lost Mansoor Ali Khan from the very first ball of the day. However, Sumit Kundu and Pawan Chandel provided some relief with their 80 and 34 runs, respectively. The team could make only 166 in their first innings against Jind’s first inning score 272. Raman Dillon took four for 38 while Yadwinder Chahal claimed three for 39. Conceding follow-on, the CCA batted again because of the 107-run first inning lead. Amit Sonkar was the maximum scorer. The CCA was all out at 216 in 61 overs. Chahal called off the day because only two overs were left for the close of the second day and 108 runs to be chased by the JCA. Brief scores JCA (Ist innings): 272 all out (Lalit Chaudhary 83, Mohit Seth 48, Shivam Sharma 56, Yudevendra Singh 25, Raman Dillon 26, Vikrant Bansal 5 for 26, Amit Sonkar 2 for 27. CCA (1st innings): Sumit Kundu 80, Pawan Chandel 34, Raman Dillon 4 for 38, Vinod 2 for 40, Yudevendra Chahal 3 for 39. CCA (2nd innings): Vipul Chadha 27, Sumit Kundu 25, Amit Sonkar 52, Raman Dillon 6 for 66. |
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AG Punjab lift title
Chandigarh, June 28 Punjab’s Amit Sachdeva beat Vijay Sharma of Delhi 21-17, 21-18 in the opening tie, but the Delhi team equalised the score when Arul Sundaram easily defeated Vikas Sharma 21-10, 21-12. This was the only win the Delhi team could muster. However, Punjab’s victory was not so easy. In doubles, the Punjab pair of Amit Sachdeva and Ashish Sharma had to toil hard before edging out Arul and Rajiv 21-17, 13-21, 21-14. In the third singles, which proved to be the last match of the tie, Apinder Singh of Delhi tried very hard but could not stop Ashish Sharma from winning the match 21-17, 16-21, 21-6 and the team championship. Pr accountant general, Punjab and UT R.P. Singh distributed the prizes. Results: Men’s singles - Amit Sachdeva AGP bt Ashish Sharma AGP; Men doubles - Amit Sachdeva and Ashish Sharma AGP bt Salil Srivastav and Deepak Saxena AG UP; Women’s singles - Bhawna Sharma AG Haryana bt Saroj Chaudhary AG Haryana; Veteran singles - Sawrup Singh AG Haryana bt Suresh Gangta AG UP. |
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Mohali gets badminton court
Mohali, June 28 Tilak R. Sarangal, IAS, managing director, Punjab Health Systems Corporation, and secretary health and family welfare, today laid the foundation stone of the court. The project will be completed three months. |
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