Events

Empowering Frontline Healthcare Workers to Strengthen OST Services in Sikkim.

From 9th to 11th September 2025, the Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS) successfully conducted a Three-Day Induction-cum-Refresher Training on Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) with Buprenorphine at Taj Guras Kutir, Pangthang. The program aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of doctors, program staff, and implementing partners in managing OST services effectively, with a focus …

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*Podcast with PLHIV*

Breaking the silence, sharing real stories.In today’s episode, I had the privilege of talking to an inspiring individual living with HIV, who reminds us that hope, strength, and positivity are powerful tools in challenging stigma. Listen, learn, and let’s stand together for acceptance and awareness. No one should face stigma—only understanding and care.Tag someone who …

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Sikkim State AIDS Control Society in collaboration with 44 Damthang G.U.P. under BAC Namchi organized an Intensified IEC 2.0 awareness Campaign with the theme:🎭 Culture Meets Awareness🌟

Sikkim State AIDS Control Society in collaboration with 44 Damthang G.U.P. under BAC Namchi organized an Intensified IEC 2.0 awareness Campaign with the theme:🎭 Culture Meets Awareness🌟 A powerful folk media performance by Ujiwal Kala Kendra brought important messages on HIV/AIDS awareness, prevention, and acceptance to life in Damthang, Namchi on September 9, 2025. 120+ …

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Bachelor of Physiotherapy final year students conducted an AIDS Awareness campaign

Bachelor of Physiotherapy final year students conducted an AIDS Awareness campaign on 9th September 2025 along the shops on National Highway 10 from MP Golai till 6th mile. They did this as part of their clinical posting where they learn to spread awareness on various topics, AIDS being one for them. Poster sticking, pamphlet distribution …

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An Integrated Health Camp and Intensified IEC Campaign was successfully conducted at the Children Park Taxi Stand

An Integrated Health Camp and Intensified IEC Campaign was successfully conducted at the Children Park Taxi Stand on 6th September 2025. The event was organized by Sikkim SACS with active support from the Taxi Drivers Association, who played a key role in mobilizing the local community—especially reaching the high-risk mobile population. 🧪 Total Individuals Tested: …

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Voluntary testing cum awareness session on HIV/AIDS was conducted at Mines and Geology by Freedom Facility in collaboration with SikkimSACS

As part of our initiative to extend health services to government establishments, an Awareness cum Testing Program was successfully conducted at the Department of Mines and Geology today. The program included testing for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, HIV, as well as blood sugar and blood pressure screenings. We were honored by the presence and …

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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.

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). …

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International Youth Day 2025 | Intensified IEC Campaign – Round 2

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 …

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