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This national campaign is focused on raising general awareness about HIV/AIDS, STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections), and RTIs (Reproductive Tract Infections). It emphasizes: Educating the public on the basic modes of transmission of these infections. Promoting awareness of the services offered by SACS (State AIDS Control Societies) under the guidance of NACO (National AIDS Control Organisation). …

The 2nd phase of the Intensified IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) Campaign is being launched across the country on 12th August 2025, in alignment with International Youth Day. Read More »

On 12th August 2025, the second round of the Intensified IEC Campaign was launched at Namchi District Hospital in observance of International Youth Day. The event was graced by Chief Medical Officer Dr. S. N. Adhikari as the Chief Guest. Two impactful sessions were conducted: 🎭 Session 1: For Group C & D health staff …

International Youth Day 2025 | Intensified IEC Campaign – Round 2 Read More »

The second phase of the Intensified Information, Education & Communication (IEC) Campaign was observed at Jorethang Community Health Centre (CHC) on 12th August 2025. The event was organized by the OST (Opioid Substitution Therapy) Centre under the leadership of Dr. Deki Wangmu Phempu, Project Director, Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS). The program was specifically …

Intensified IEC Campaign (Phase II) Observed at Jorethang CHC Read More »

A session on HIV/AIDS awareness and the HIV/AIDS Act was conducted by Ms. Namrata Sharma, Mainstreaming Officer, for the Mid-Level Health Providers (MLHPs) of West District, Soreng, and Gyalshing. The program was organized in collaboration with the Health Department, aiming to enhance knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and legal provisions among healthcare workers.

In a heartfelt tribute to Sikkim’s 50th Statehood Anniversary, the Doctors Academic Society, District Hospital Singtam, in collaboration with SSACS, conducted a Mega Health Camp at Sang PHC — reaching 596+ patients with FREE specialist consultations and diagnostics! Services included: Gynaecology | General Medicine | Orthopaedics | Psychiatry | Dentistry | Paediatrics | Ophthalmology | …

Mega Health Camp at Sang PHC | Celebrating 50 Glorious Years of Sikkim’s Statehood! Read More »

A review meeting organized by the Care, Support & Treatment (CST) Division of the Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS) was held on 28th May 2025 at the SSACS Meeting Hall. The meeting was led by AD (CST) Ms. Meena Bhattarai and chaired by Dr. Deki Wangmu Phempu, Project Director, SSACS. The primary agenda was …

CST Division Review Meeting – 28th May 2025 Read More »

The Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS), in collaboration with the Rinchenpong Constituency, successfully organized a three-day Integrated Health Campaign (IHC) from 10th to 12th May 2025. This initiative aimed to enhance rural healthcare access and promote preventive health awareness, reaching over 450 beneficiaries through free medical check-ups, health screenings, and other community health services. …

Integrated Health Campaign in Collaboration with Rinchenpong Constituency Read More »

A sensitization program on HIV/AIDS and the HIV/AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, 2017, was organized on 5th May 2025 at Government Senior Secondary School, Tadong. The session witnessed active participation from 120 students and teachers. The program aimed to enhance awareness and promote a healthy, stigma-free environment regarding HIV/AIDS. Key topics covered included: Four modes …

Sensitization Program on HIV/AIDS and HIV/AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, 2017 Read More »

On April 11, 2025, a preliminary meeting regarding the Village Adoption Programme was convened at Lower Kitam Ward. The meeting witnessed the active participation of key stakeholders including Mr. Kishore Sharma (Ward Panchayat), Mr. Roshan Kaushik, Mrs. Sabitri Sharma (former Panchayat President), SHG group members, Mr. Bhim Subba (RRC Nodal Teacher, Kitam Senior Secondary School), …

Preliminary Meeting on Village Adoption Programme Held at Lower Kitam Ward Read More »