IHMAINDIAN HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION Reg. No. 64/04 NEWSKERALA STATE CHAPTER Vol. 12 Issue: 1 November 2018 www.ihmakerala.in For Private Circulation only

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From The Editor’s Desk We Couldn’t Do Enough United We Stand We also attended a relief It seems that in recent times, targetting Homoeopathy, Reported by Dr. Mayarani Senan (Gen. Secretary IHMA ) with inputs from District Officials - Dr. Pras- camp near Arattupuzha, and slandering and trying to malign this system’s credentials gave medical aid. We could have become the prime focus of Indian Medical Associa- anth S. (Thiruvananthapuram), Dr. Abhilash M. (Kol- lam), Dr. Narayana Prasad (Pathanamthitta), Dr. Deepu also distribute ointments (4 doz- tion (IMA). It is evident that this persistence of IMA can en)for ground itch to a medical Dev (Alappuzha), Dr. Chamini Chand (Kottayam), Dr. be equated with their discontent and distress over the rising camp at Thiruvalla. Dr. Rassel and public acceptance of Homoeopathy. Asokan (Idukki), Dr. Mohammed Salih (Ernakulam), Dr. Prasanth were in forefront of these It is clear as daylight that IMA is adopting a role of fascist Dr. Benoy I. (), Dr. Krishnadas (Palakkad), activities. autocrasy, by threatening the Radiologist’s working in Ho- Dr.Shameem (Malappuram), Dr. Ramsheed (Kozhikode), IHMA Relief moeopathic institutions and forcible resignations, by pro- Dr. Rashid (Kannur), Dr.Sujaya Nair (Kasargod). Activities hibitting IMA members from taking part in conferences of A team of doctors representing IHMA Around July 2018, severe floods affected Kerala. There alternative systems, by enabling to retake the USG machine Ernakulam District committee visited Si- was a unusually high rainfall during the monsoon season from GHMC Calicut by pressurizing the government au- milia homoeo laboratory, -a leading which led to the worst flooding Kerala has ever experienced manufacturer of Homoeopathic medicines. thorities when lab investigations, non invasive techniques, nearly in a century. 500 people were dead and missing and USG X-ray are not exclusive to any system of medicine. They were affected very badly in the re- at least ten lakh people got affected, the worst being Chen- cent Kerala Floods. Similia was always Influencing socio-political organizations, challenging the gannur, Pandanad, Aranmula, Aluva, , Kuttanad government allotement to Homoeopathic medical colleges a great supporter of Homoeopathy com- and Pandalam. All 14 districts of the state were on red alert. munity and activities of Homoeopathic through common entrance examination via social medias Thirty-five out of the fifty-four dams within the state were medical associations, especially IHMA. without repercussions, misguiding the students gravely opened for the first time in history. Dr.V.K.Ajithkumar (National President, even by employing CBSE question papers as a tool to dis- The impact is indescribable. More than ten lakh people IHMA), Dr.Ganesh das (State Vice President, grace Homoeopathy, the desperate measures adopted by were in rescue camps, many houses devastated, crops, cat- IHMA Kerala), Dr.K.A.M.Habeeb (Former State IMA are deplorable. tle, livelihoods, dreams all shattered. Apart from the state President, IHMA Kerala), Dr.Vinod Joseph (State When Nipah outbreak was blended with many unan- government machinery, the Defence Services, NDRF, Secretary, IHMA Kerala), Dr.Mohammed Salih M.A. (Dis- swered queries as how it originated, how diagnosed, how NDMA launched massive rescue and relief operations.A trict Secretary, IHMA Ernakulam), Dr.Jorispoulose (SWC managed, how was able to control before medicine from head-bowing thanks to the fishermen of Kerala who were Member, IHMA Kerala), & Dr.Hemanth das (Medical offic- Australia could reach, why WHO restricted use of some the real heroes in this rescue operations. The fishermen er ESI dispensary Aluva, faculty-IHMA School of Homoe- medicines? In between all these mysteries IMA was preoc- from all coastal districts of Kerala, voluntarily and with opathy). The team also visited Dr.Siyad (President,IHMA cupied with scandalizing and pummeling Homoeopathy!! the District Collectors’ request ventured themselves to the Aluva Chapter), who was affected with flood in his clinic Even if the facts speaks for itself as many interns nurses flood rescue missions. and home. pharmacists from Kozhikode Medical College were taking IHMA volunteers and the State and National committees IHMA Chapter conducted camp for flood Homoeopathic preventives for Nipah, IMA was either blind did what we could do best at that time. victims at Santhinagar Hall, , Muvattu- to this or preferred to be. Flood Relief Camp Duties Organised by IHMA puzha. Municipal councillor Mrs.Bindu Suresh delivered When the Kerala flood was tagged with leptospirosis se- Pathanamthitta District Chapter the inaugural speech. Santhinagar residence association i) 18/08/2018 (Saturday) Relief Camp - Diet Parish Hall quelae, IMA was again busy with disparaging Homoeopa- President Mr.Prejith O. Kumar, IHMA Ekm dist Jt. Sec Dr. at Kavumbhagom (Thiruvalla) - Under the guidance of thy to that extent, IMA State Secretary Dr. Sulphi appeals Deepu C. S., Santhinagar residence association Sec. Mr. Dr.Cherian (Pathanamthitta DMO), Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Biby Raveendran were present on the occasion. Dr Dhanya to the central government to ban this system of medicine. Dr.SureshKumar P V and Dr.Narayana Prasad Pillai par- Even if Kerala witnessed the strength of the public’s pro- Sasidharan, Dr Deepu C S, Dr. Hameeda, Dr. Shalima & ticipated in the relief camp. A total of 86 persons were Dr Beena extended their service at the camp. 101 patients test against IMA’s arrogance, it is high time to unite and treated as out-patients and a total of 134 persons were raise a stronger voice from the Homoeopathy world. IHMA consulted for various diseases such as intertrigo, Flu, Bron- given preventive medicines. Food supplies, drinking water chitis, Allergic dermatitis & Injuries. has been doing a commendable job in boldly confronting and essential clothings worth Rs. 11,003/- were distributed A Four day camp was held at CUSAT, which was one these unfound accusations. throughout this camp. of the relief centres during the flood Dr.Deepu, Dr.Asha, The press release held by IHMA together with other or- ii) 19/08/2018 (Sunday) 1) Relief Camp - Devaswom Dr.Sithara, Dr.Jayalakshmi, Dr.Jaleena from the Depart- ganizations was able to counterblast and break through Board School at Manipuzha (Thiruvalla) - Dr.Sunil M ment of Homoeopathy actively conducted the camp. The every petty arguments of IMA precisely. Thomas, Dr.Sureshkumar P V and Dr.Narayana Prasad camp was jointly conducted by IHMA and the Department This united front has to sustain and go further ahead. Pillai participated in the relief camp. A total of 50 persons of Homoeopathy, Kerala. When common platforms like Federation of Indian Ho- were treated as out-patients and a total of 150 persons were Kaithangu ‘18 moeopathic Associations (FIHA) under the guidance of given preventive medicines. Activities of IHMA Ernakulam district committee post IHMA is successful at national level, the other Homoeo- 2) Relief camp – Govt. L P School at Kavumbhagom Kerala flood 2018 pathic organizations in Kerala feel reluctant to acknowl- (Thiruvalla) - Dr. Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P Ernakulam district, a major financial and commercial edge or be a part of the national team hindered by their mis- V and Dr.Narayana Prasad Pillai participated in the relief hub of Kerala was severely affected by the recent floods. placed pride. They ought to reanalyse their blinded ego or camp. A total of 146 persons were treated as out-patients With heavy rains and rise in the water level in Periyar- else the public mass wil not forgive them and they will be and a total of 170 persons were given preventive medicines. River the flood situation of the district was worse. The blackmarked in history. Time calls for our united strength. 3) Relief camp – Amritha School atThukalassery (Thiru- impact of the heavy rain and the resultant flooding was Let us be the beacons of Homoeopathy. valla) - Dr. Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V AndDr. mostly felt in the eastern part of the district. Flood water Narayana Prasad Pillai participated in the relief camp. A marooned many houses and commercial establishments total of 48 persons were treated as out-patients and a total in Aluva, Paravur and .Many families were HSL 2018 of 164 persons were given preventive medicines. feared trapped in their homes in places like , Ideas and Dreams shape into reality iii) 20/08/2018 (Monday) 1) Relief camp – Marthoma Thottakkatukara,Karumaloor, Thuruthu, Desom,Kalady, College at Kuttapuzha (Thiruvalla) - Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Companypadi, Manjali,Veliyathunad, Malikampeedika, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V participated in the relief camp. a total Paravoorkavala, Chowara, North, North Paravoor etc. of 220 persons were treated as out-patients and a total of After the rescue operations were finished, thousands of 250 persons were given preventive medicines. families were shifted to camps. 2) Relief camp – MGM School at Kavumbhagom (Thiru- Many NGOs, associations and political parties led the re- valla) - Dr.Sunil M Thomas, Dr.Suresh Kumar P V partici- lief camps.IHMA Ernakulam District Committee Members pated in the relief camp. A total of 74 persons were treated worked as health care volunteers and attended many pa- as out-patients and a total of 245 persons were given pre- tients in the camps in various parts of the districts, also con- This event is an example. A spectacular event added a ventive medicines. ducted awareness classes on personal hygiene, epidemics feather to the cap of IHMA Kerala. The HSL 2018 marked IHMA Trivandrum District Relief Activities prevention and counselling sessions for the people was also the beginning of the new era to the sports wing of IHMA. IHMA Trivandrum distributed relief materials to district held who were in a state of mental shock after the flood, by IHMA National President Dr. Ajithkumar V. K. kicked off collector’s relief camp collection centre at SMV School and the IHMA DC members. the soccer league which was held at the Olround football Women’s college auditorium.We gave 25 kilo rice, 10kilo IHMA Ernakulam District Committee had funded essen- turf ground, Kakkanad, Ernakulam on 4th November 2018. puffed rice, 100 kilo Sooji, 90 kilo atta, 75 kilo greengram, tial dress materials and drinking water to Chengannur. Doc- The tournament was attended by many senior dignitaries of 55 kilo Bengal gram, 20 kilo Dates, 10 plastic mats, Buck- tors from the district committee led many medical camps in IHMA. IHMA Ernakulam district committee being the host ets, mugs, steel glasses, 2 dozen Candles, 50 bathing soaps, and around the district. Dr Jayashankar, Dr Sajan, Dr Sree- set a landmark organising a successful event with 16 teams 100 sanitary napkins, 100 baby diapers, Eatable items like jith, Dr Sajeena, Dr Deepu, Dr Vinod Joseph, Dr Moham- participating from all over Kerala. biscuits , tea rusks, groundnuts, (one big box ). We arranged med Salih, Dr Joris, Dr Ganesh Das, Dr Jogi Varghese, Dr Kochin Machaanz, Kochin Mosquitoes, Calicut United 165 packed food items plus mineral water for airdropping, Swaroop, Dr Reejo Varghese, Dr Abhitha, Dr Mahesh, Dr FC, Calicut City FC, Calicut Chunks, Valluvanadan Fight- and helped procuring gloves through national journalist Habeeb were actively involved in medial camps and relief ers (Palakkad), Venad Warriors (Kollam), Thrissur Royals, union. We donated dress materials, Towels, blankets, kid’s activities, also other members of IHMA were participants Presidents FC Malappuram, Malappuram Blasters, Young wears, ladies, gents and children’s inner wears. We asso- of the activities under their leadership. Stars Malappuram, Mohammadans FC Malappuram, ciated with Prathidwani (Technopark Employees Associa- IHMA Ernakulam District Committee was instrumental tion) and distributed relief materials to camps at Pandalam, in providing support to the flood affected areas through ▶ P3 and Arattupuzha. ▶ P4 2 IHMA NEWS

and dance that extended into late night. A National Secretary General Dr.Arulvanan move against Homoeopathy by Modern trekking was also conducted. for his personal contribution as cash and medicine and their associates. General Secretary’s Report materials. Our heartfelt thanks to Shalini, Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Shemeer whose The meeting of all registered associations national journalist union who arranged for unparalelled enthusiasm fuelled this of Homoeopathy was held on 16-08-2018 program. The wholehearted cooperation of the medicines and relief material from other INDIAN HOMOEOPATHIC at Kozhikode. A second meeting was held all including our former General Secretary parts of the country and Dr. Shrey Jaytay MEDICAL ASSOCIATION at Kozhikode on 30-08-18. Dr. Shaji N. to our juniors Akhil, Rashid etc. from Mysore for the medicines sent. KERALA REPORT made Mazhakoott a huge success. The main agenda was the discussion and LEPTOSPIROSIS PREVENTIVE approval of the memorandum prepared JULY 2018- SEPT 18 to present before the Hon. Health Flood Relief Activities – protest against govt for avoiding School of Homoeopathy concluded its Homoeopathy Minister, AYUSH Secretary, Director of activity for the year 2017-18 by repeating Kerala had witnessed a never before Homoeopathy etc. Leaders of IHMA, disastrous monsoon, where the nature The flood affected state was faced with yet its usual success story . All 2nd and IHK, KGHMOA etc. attended. seemed to unleash its suppressed violence. another threat in the form of Leptospirosis 3rd rank for AIAPGET were bagged by The population of Kerala literally was infection. A press release by the health Formed/ revived the AKHCC ( All Kerala our delegates. Team SoH’s hardwork really shocked when their homes were invaded secretary hinted that other systems should Homoeopathic Coordination Committee) paid off. We had 13 centres for CECP and by gushing water, landslides and other not be allowed to conduct preventive medical and formed an ad-hoc committee with Dr. 7 centres for MOST. 31 IHMA delegates calamities. IHMA Kerala showed the camps during this period. A pressmeet was M.E. Prasanth as the Chairman and Dr. are among the first 100 ranks. Awaiting the social responsibility by joining hands in conducted by leaders of IHMA and IHK was Unnikrishnan B Nair as the Convenor. rank list of PSC medical officer test. rescue and relief operations through out held at Kozhikode expressing our strong There will be representatives from each the state.All 14 district office bearers, opposition towards such an irresponsible registered associations. Decided to ‘MAZHAKOOTT’ 2018 SWC and NWC members were on high action by the authorities. Dr. Harindranath, formulate projects to submit before the alert mode by responding to each call, former National Secretary General, IHMA; government that will boost the image of As a good will gesture for the faculties Dr.Saji, Vice President IHMA Kerala and Homoeopathy among public like adopting and coordinators of SOH and a training coordinating and arranging food, dress and necessary materials for the needy and Dr.Unnikrisnan, President IHK spoke to the a tribal village etc. for the budding leaders, Mazhakoott media. 2018 SNEHASANGAMAM was held conducting medical camps. IHMA Kerala Dr. Mayarani Senan, at Challenger One Adventure Club, expresses wholehearted gratitude to NWC members for your support in such a crisis. Associating with other organisations General Secretary Athirappilly, Thrissur on Aug 7 and 8. IHMA, Kerala Program was filled with fun activities, We humbly accept the fund collected by The current scenario calls for a unified NWC members and a special thanks to swimming, football, sightseeing, music protest and action against the devious IHMA Annual State Conference 2018 concludes resplendently PALAKKAD Obituaries says minister. Importance of Homoeopathy increasing in Kerala, It’s rise and progress Remembering the near and dear ones of our LAKSHYA 2018 Palakkad is the largest district in Kerala. Homoeopathic family... Now unseen and Frequently termed as being a rural district, unheard, but always in our thoughts.... the people of Palakkad are slowly and Smt. Kamalakshi mother of Dr Sudin- steadily climbing the rungs of progress and kumar Sri. Ponnappan father of Dr.Joy urbanisation. Spurts of developments are P (MD HOMCO)Dr.Kuriakose fa- evident in the district famously called the ther of Dr.Manoj Kuriakose (CMO GHD “Rice Bowl of Kerala.” Chathamangalam)Dr.Jayakumar (For- IHMA started with just one chapter and mer Principal GHMC Kozhikode) Dr. LAKSHYA 2018 The Fourteenth Annual Resources Govt. Of Kerala Adv. Mathew as of now has branched out as 3 very ac- Sajina Afsal wife of Dr.Afsal (Former State Conference and National Scientific T. Thomas. The Annual Report of IHMA tively working chapters of Palakkad Town, President IHMA Kollam Chapter) Father Seminar of Indian Homoeopathic Medical Kerala State Chapter was presented by Pattambi and Mannarkkad. In a short pe- of Dr.Sheela Abraham IHMA Kottay- Association was held on 22th April 2018 at Dr Mayarani Senan General Secretary riod of time they have managed to include am Father of Dr.Sreekumari (Dept. Dr.R Sreekumar Nagar, Hotel Excalibur , IHMA Kerala. Dr Harikrishnan State two new chapters and put together various of Physiology DPMHMC Ernamkulam) Kottayam.The event was hosted by IHMA Treasurer presented the Policy of Indian events and programs under the guidance of Dr.M.K.Anilkumar (Retd DMO For- Kottayam District Committee.The colourful Homoeopathic Medical Association. Dr Dr Ranjith Kumar. His contributions and mer President IHMA Kottayam District) and grand event showcased the strength of Ramjyothis Conference Director delivered efforts led to the upsurge of the activities Brother of Dr.Aboobacker (Thalas- IHMA and it’s influence and acceptance the vote of thanks. in the district. As he is now the State Secre- sery) Dr.Manuel Life Member IHMA among the veteran and new budding The Second Scientific session started tary, the responsibilities and the goodwill is Paravoor Father Mother and Grandfa- Homoeopathic practitioners in Kerala. at 12.30 pm. The topic was - “ENT & being continued with the same enthusiasm ther of Dr.Swaminathan PG Scholar of LAKSHYA - highlighted the importance Therapeutics” by Dr Sreekumar Alampatt and the hardwork by Dr Krishnadas the pre- SKHMC Sri.CG Vasudevan Nair, father of collectively coming back to nature and MD(Hom). sent District Secretary. of Dr.Sindhu V, Life Member of IHMA leading the life with pure natural importance. The final session was dealt by Dr Jayadev Keeping the chapters active and working a Kottayam (08 May 2018) Father of It urged the world on the effectivity of P. BHMS. The topic - “Few slices of District Conference and Seminar was organ- Dr.Jayaram Ernamkulam Sri. Cheriya- Homoeopathic treatment in the present Experience”, on remarkable cures with ised at Hotel Flavours on July 14th, 2018. A mundam Abdul Hameed Madani, father of scenario and the importance of classical classical homoeopathy. Seminar was taken by Dr.K.M. Uvais on the Dr.Ameen Tirur Father of Dr Sindhu V Homoeopathy in acute prescription, chronic The Annual State Conference and National topic “Role of mother tinctures and lower Dr NI Babu Changanassery long standing incurable cases, and on the Scientific Seminar turned out to be one of quick selection of a remedy in the bedside. potencies in acute and emergency cases.” the most anticipated and successful events 50 persons attended the seminar. The seminar gave delegates the innerview in the history of IHMA. The sessions, REFINE, A scientific session for improv- of casetaking with video presentations of venue, arrangements and participation from ing clinical practice was initiated. First ses- TREASURE HUNT cured cases. almost all district chapters in Kerala was sion was conducted on 2nd September at GYNAECOLOGY SPECIAL The scientific session started by 9.30 above expectations. The presence of a long Hotel Flavours. Faculty Dr. Aboobacker am which was inaugurated by Dr Abdul line of dignitaries and veterans of IHMA A 45-year-old woman presented for from Thalassery. 30 delegates attended the Gafar, National Secretary (Administration), bejewelled the event along with the younger chiropractic care with intermittent low IHMA. The first session saw the energetic rising generation of IHMA- ians. session. Few camps were organised as well. backache of 4 years’ duration. History international speaker Dr. Veneeth Around 350 delegates from all over Kerala Medical camps and awareness classes were revealed concurrent dysmenorrhea, Sidharthan on the topic - “Homoeopathy attended the programme. conducted at Sub jail Palakkad on 16th menorrhagia and lower abdominal September and at Sub jail Alathur on 29th pain. The organ to be focused ? making it simple”. Undoubtedly, one of the grandest and September. The Annual State Conference session most magnificent events in the history of Use the following keys to open the started by 11.30 am, State President IHMA Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association, Free camp was held at Araamthodi, Vad- treasure. Kerala State Chapter Dr. Prasanthkumar LAKSHYA cemented the unity among the akkanchery on 23rd September 2018. KEY 1 : It is a type of congenital uterine M.E. presided over the meeting. Dr.Sreejith Homoeopathic fraternity in Kerala and the Camps were led by Dr Ranjith Kumar P S, abnormality with half the normal size of K., Conference Chairman welcomed the grand Annual State Conference declared the State Secretary IHMA Kerala, Dr Satheesh, uterus. It usually has only one functioning gathering. The Conference Session was solidarity of the fraternity to a great medical Dr Sneha, Dr Arjun, Dr Meera, Dr Savitha, fallopian tube and the other side of the inaugurated by the Hon. Minister for Water system. Dr Anusha, Dr Athulya and Dr Drishya. uterus have rudimentary horn. KEY 2 : The protozoa responsible for NIRNNAYAM ’18 – IHMA PERUMBAVOOR CHAPTER CME causing strawberry vagina. KEY 3 : The primary hormone responsible On 7th October 2018 , IHMA Perumbavoor ad-hoc committee presided over the function. chapter ad-hoc committee conducted a one Dr.Mohammed Salih M. A., convenor ad-hoc for the development and regulation of day CME, “NIRNNAYAM ’18” on the topic committee IHMA Perumbavoor chapter did the female reproductive system and “Diagnosis made easy” with special emphasis the welcome speech and Dr. Abhitha, Member secondary sex characteristics. on thyroid and allergic diseases. Dr. Sajeev of ad-hoc committee IHMA Perumbavoor KEY 4 : Medicine indicated for post- V. MD (Hom) (Medical Officer, Departemnt chapter delivered the vote of thanks. operative gas pains and nymphomania, of homoeopathy, Kerala & Director IHMA Later an election of IHMA Perumbavoor with aversion to her own sex. School of Homoeopathy) was the faculty. chapter was held in the presence of Dr.Vinod KEY 5 : The main arterial supply to Around 80 delegates attended the CME. Venue Joseph, Secretary, IHMA Kerala. Dr. was Hotel Flora Residency, Perumbavoor. Joirspoulose was elected as President of uterus. Business session was inaugurated by IHMA IHMA Perumbavoor, Dr.Mohammed Salih KEY 6 : Promotes expulsion of foreign Ernakulam District president Dr. Jayashanker M. A. as the Secretary and Dr. Sandhya bodies from uterus. and the Guest of Honour was Dr. Ganesh Das, Unnikrishnan as treasurer. Other office First letter of the answers of 6 keys will Vice president, IHMA Kerala. Dr. Jeevan, bearers and Executive committee members open up the treasure. TRY IT ! Chairman of IHMA Perumbavoor chapter were elected. IHMA NEWS 3 ‘BODHI 8’ MAZHAKOOTT ‘18 Presidential Kollam District Committee conducted IHMA has extended its wings of knowl- Address a CME and conference – ‘BODHI 8’on edge and experience pan India. It works 30.9.18. Chief Radiologist from Metro effortlessly to bring about professionalism Scans Thiruvananthapuram was one of the and perfection to the aspiring homoeo- Dear colleagues faculties. On 28th evening he withdrew paths. On such a thought was born the The months after the release of last from his commitment citing the threat from Brainchild of IHMA - SCHOOL OF HO- IHMA News were quite hectic and test- Radiologists’ association IRAI. Our Secre- MOEOPATHY. SOH is part and the core ing for all of us. Whether it’s incase of tary General Dr. Arulvanan agreed to come of training, moulding and inspiring young MOST/CECP , where all of us were ei- and conduct the seminar, once we informed homoeopaths to feel proud and efficient ther engaged in preparing for the test or him about the problem. were arranging classes for the aspirants through CECPs, MOST and various other or incase of post flood scenario in Kerala He came all over from Chennai to Kollam programs. where we all were doing our best in help- by travelling 1500 kms in his car as tickets All work and no play takes away the fun ing our brethren either in the form of ar- by rail and air were exhausted and reaching from learning. So as a tribute to every in- ranging medical camps or providing the at 1.30am on seminar day. We extend our dividual who whole heartedly contributed essentials. whole hearted gratitude for helping us and and are continuing to do so, a small get This year also, as in the last season, we IHMA from a big embarrassment. together was beautifully arranged at the proved our mettle in AIAPGET again by The second faculty was Dr.Parimalakumar, “Challenger One Adventure Club”, Athi- winning major ranks in the first 100 from rappilly ,Thrissur On Aug 7and 8, 2018. the rank list and I am sure we will repeat Retd. Supt. Dept. of Homoeopathy and he The congregate aptly titled SNEHASANGAMAM. the success story in Kerala PSC test for elaborated on his vast experience in Ho- Medical Officers also. Congratulations to moeopathy. Kerala was experiencing a turbulent climate at that time, but to our surprise,the nature the winners and all stars of School of Ho- calmed down so that the program could be conducted smoothly.Mazhakoott saw a healthy moeopathy, Kerala. relationship budding between the members of IHMA. The two day muster saw a rainbow A very special thanks and congratula- of activities ranging from indoors to outdoors, pool to hill and from singing to dancing to a tions to all our members who toiled hard game of football. The spectrum of activities brought out the best in everyone. The musical during most testing times of flood to help night was led by a band with our members joining to sing along. It was a jubiliant night our fellow beings, especially Kozhikode, where even the senior members accompanied the juniors to burn the dance floor. Malappuram, Thrissur, Palakkad, Er- nakulam, Alappuzha, Kottayam and The members witnessed a heart touching session of senior members sharing their experi- Thiruvananthapuram chapters who were ences in IHMA and how IHMA had become a part of their lives; the agonies, disappoint- in the forefront to provide the essentials ments, happiness and satisfaction they all experienced by being part of this organisation for the affected masses in their respec- and how it helped them to become better people. tive areas. Let me take this opportunity The following day saw the family of Mazhakoott going the nature’s way. A trekking to thank our national working committee members especially our most respected into the wild charm of Athirappily, was led by a professional guide, Mr. Justin Thomas, a Secretary General Dr. Arulvanan for the renowned soft skill trainer who also led a session on ‘Interpersonal Communication’. The heart touching gestures extended to us We honoured Ms.Nanda PS who won the program was successfully coordinated and managed by the junior members under the guid- during the flood in the form of monetary Junior Scholar award constituted by NAM. ance of Dr. Shemeer and Dr. Sajeev. as well as provisions aids . She is a native of Kollam and final year stu- Lakshya 2018 our state conference dent of GHMCT. Secretary General handed P1 ▶ HSL 2018 was a great success and congratulations over a memento to her on behalf of IHMA Kollam. Former General Secretary Dr. Shaji Malappuram Sulthans, Team Inspiron President’s FC pitched in for their battle to to all my colleagues who worked hard to (Payyannur-Thrikkarippur), Kannur Bomb- become the first champion of the HSL. To achieve the same. N draped Dr. Parimala kumar with a pon- ers and Blood Brothers FC Neyyattinkara secure the status of a memorable event the The IHMA-HSL, the soccer champi- nada, honouring him on behalf of IHMA were the 16 teams. tournament need a stunning performance at onship for our members was a whopping Kollam. 75 delegates attended the seminar. The event witnessed whole hearted par- the finals. Both the teams were giving tough success by participation and organisation. Special congratulations to teams from Introducing Homoeopathy ticipation from doctors, irrespective of their competition but as it is said there is only ages which incorporated the motto of or- one winner, the Mohammadans FC Malap- Malappuram and Kozhikode for their en- in tribal villages thusiasm and en masse participation and ganising such an event, emphasising on the puram triumphed as the champions of HSL thanks to the Ernakulam district commit- importance of sports and fitness in the ac- 2018. The President’s FC Malappuram had tee for arranging the tournament in such a celerating digital scenario, which also gave to settle down with the first runner up tro- wonderful way. A very special congratu- chance to one and all to establish the con- phy. But it is wisely said “every defeat is lations from all of us to the winners, The nection with each other through the spirit of a victory in itself” the tournament brought Mohammadans FC and the runner up - sportsmanship. up great moments to be remembered and a President’s FC Malappuram. Sports involve the skill and strength. Our great learning for the future events. You will read a detailed report on this doctors were on the front foot to prove Calicut United FC were the winners of elsewhere here. their core power as the first round matches 2nd runner up trophy by defeating Team In- Our most cherished dream- the own started.The first round matches and Quarter spiron in the loosers final. headquarters building is nearing comple- finals were held in the Indoor and Outdoor The fair play team trophy was awarded tion and final finishing works are in full turfs with 2 matches simultaneously. The to the Venad Warriors (Kollam). To line up swing . I am more than hopeful that we first round matches progressed, 8 teams further the Trophy for best goal keeper was will be meeting soon for it’s grand gala in- Trivandrum: Arogyabharathi Trivan- sailed through to the quarterfinals. The awarded to Dr. Krishnadas of Valluvanadan augural ceremonies by February next year drum and IHMA Neyyatinkara participated thrill was obvious as the audience cheered Fighters (Palakkad). The prestigious Golden Let me invite all of you for our North in the Homoeopathic medical camp at tribal the teams. boot and Best player trophies was awarded Zone Conference and seminar- Enrich settlements of podiyam nedumagadu thaluk to Dr. Mohammad Shijas of Mohammadans 2018 to be conducted on 18 th November on 28.10.2018 Sunday. FC. The referees were felicitated with token 2018 at Kannur . Please participate with of appreciation in form of crest. your friends to make it a successful event. Dr R. Akhil Krishnan IHMA Neyyatinkara The closing ceremony ended at high note The coming months also will be hec- chapter President & Arogyabharathi Trivan- with the cheers from all the participating tic as there are many programs scheduled drum District Treasurer and Sri. Vinuku- team proving the Spirit of Unity.Prizes were for our members like cricket tournament mar Secretary Sevabharathi Nedumagadu distributed by National and state leaders of season III at Payyanur, Shuttle badminton participated. Dr. Shajikutty IHMA NWC IHMA. tournament at Kozhikode, headquarters member from Neyyatinkara and Dr. Raghu Last but not the least, the womens wing inauguration, music competition at Vata- Arogyabharathi State Secretary & former Ernakulam supported the event by extend- kara etc etc. We will need your uncondi- President of KHMGA Kerala cordinated the The heat was on, the enthusiasm of the ing every help in organising the event suc- tional, whole hearted support to organise, audience doubled up as the moment of an- cessfully. Not to forget, the family, the kids manage and execute all these activities programme.15 patients were treated in this session. Medicines, packed food products, ticipation was around. As the semi-finals of who cheered the teams through the day and I am sure, together we can make this ended on high note, showing performance, which is not a lesser highlight of the event. year an evermemorable period in the his- clothes and surgical equipments for disa- bled people were provided in this sessions. endurance and smart play, the two teams HSL leaves behind fond memories and tory of IHMA Kerala. of Malapuram, Mohammadans FC and great promises to keep up in future. Thanking you, Sincerely Dr. M.E.Prasanthkumar Kozhikode - A whirlwind of hustle and bustle State President, IHMA-Kerala Kozhikode, the coastal district of Kerala, full edge through CMEs, various meetings were to people. First press meet was on the “Nipah of energy and endless tides, also known as the held to discuss the essential ongoing issues preventive issue”. Joining with IHK in this City of Spices, Kozhikode sure does keep all and ways to tackle them efficiently and effec- meet; Dr. M. E. Prasanth and Dr. Saji partici- refreshed, excited and free spirited. Just like tively. District committee meetings were held pated on behalf of IHMA. TREASURE HUNT the ever buzzing activities by the enthusiastic on 18th April, 30th July and 7th October. Dr. Following which, another Press meet was GYNAECOLOGY SPECIAL members of IHMA Kozhikode. Multitudinous K.P. Mohanan was elected as SWC member. conducted on the “IMA issue”. Dr. Hareen- programs were conducted as camps, meet- District committee decided to donate a sum dranath, Dr. Saji and Dr. M. E. Prasanth duly ings, discussions, press conferences just to amount of Rs.10,000 to the flood relief fund. participated. ANSWER : UTERUS name a few. A very noble gesture towards the building Amidst all these programs, the members of KEY 1 : UNICORNUATE UTERUS IHMA Vatakara chapter successfully con- fund was given by IHMA Calicut district. The IHMA Calicut dist. managed to organise a KEY 2 : TRICHOMONAS VAGINALIS ducted CMEs on the following dates : 12th District Chapter collected Rs.3.55 lakhs for clinically oriented training program for young KEY 3 : ESTROGEN May, 9th September and 7th October whose building fund and handed it over to the State doctors under the name SPARK. It’s been KEY 4 : RAPHANUS SATIVUS topics were Managing common emergencies Committee. functioning since 9th September 2018 and is KEY 5 : UTERINE ARTERY in daily practice, Fever management in easy Two important press conferences were organ- successfully moving ahead with 40 partici- KEY 6 : SABINA way and Effective prescription for easy prac- ised as well to defend our system of medicine pants. tice respectively. Apart from sharing knowl- and impart the effectiveness of Homoeopathy IHMA NEWS 4 P1 ▶ The camp details are as follows: 3 at Puthedu, Elapally and Edadu. All were the project “Kaithangu”(meaning “help- hill top camps. Fruitful medical camps were No: Date Attending Doctors Place No: of patients ing hand”) which was a great relief for the conducted. We could donate nighties, kids affected doctors in their times of distress. 1 08-08-2018 Dr.Devakumar, Dr.Deepu Dev Kuttamangalam 183 wear, undergarments, T shirts. Shorts etc. Around 40 Homoeopathic doctors were 2 08-08-2018 Dr.Devakumar, Dr.Deepu Dev Palli Jetty 73 We also gave oral hygiene kit comprising identified in the district, which were affect- of a toothbrush and paste to each and every ed by the deluge at their clinic and houses. 3 08-08-2018 Dr.Devakumar, Dr.Deepu Dev Arunoottampadam 193 inmate of the camp. In cooperation with IHMA Ernakulam District Committee 4 10-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr.Sudha Umbikkaram 112 RAECH we also distributed ointments for through the project ‘Kaithangu’ provided pain and skin dyscrasias. The camps were on an emergency basis – Medicines, sun- 5 10-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr.Sudha Bhajanamadom 58 led by Dr.Ashok Kumar and Dr.Lekshmy dries, furniture, dress, and every essential 6 10-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr.Sudha Aarubunk 67 S S, Dr.Anmy, Dr.Tony, Dr.Bijimole and commodities on a need to need basis. Dr.Beena participated in the medical camps. The deluge caused an estimated loss of 7 12-08-2018 Dr.Deepu Dev, Dr. Manu AK St. Josephs HSS Punnapra 224 IHMA Kasaragod Flood Relief Activities 30-35 lakhs amongst the affected homoeo- Dr.Sujaya took lead in collecting Rs 8500 8 14-08-2018 Dr.Deepu Dev, Dr. Manu AK ChinmayaVidyalaya 121 pathic doctors which included destruction from Dr.Shafna, Dr.Deepa, Dr.Rajesh, to their house/ property, vehicle, furniture, 9 14-08-2018 Dr.Deepu Dev, Dr. Manu AK Maghampalli 32 Dr.Revati, Dr.Sheeba, Dr.Mini and herself clinics books, etc. and the money collected was handed over IHMA Alappuzha Flood Relief Activities 10 18-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr. Manu AK Lajnathul Muhammadiya 89 to Ernakulam District Committee to be uti- Alappuzha district in Kerala had to face 11 18-08-2018 Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Dr. Manu AK Muhammadens 139 lized for ‘kaithangu’ - an event devised by the worst flood in the history. When the rest IHMA Ernakulam to help doctors who were of the places recouped soon after the inci- cal aid. The team of doctors at times had to * Dr Glennie Peter - Supplied relief ma- affected by the flood. dent, Alappuzha took more time than usual hire motor boats to reach the flood affected terials (dress and food materials) to CMS IHMA Kannur Flood Relief Activities due to its geographical peculiarities. During areas to provide medical aid. IHMA Alap- College camp. Dr.Rashid took lead in collecting an this hardship, the State working committee puzha joined with other hospitals, NGOs *Dr Joby J - Attended CMS College Camp amount of Rs 25000 and still adding more of Indian Homoeopathic Medical commit- and other associations to provide medical and supplied relief materials. from the distinguished members of IHMA tee extended its help through its various dis- aid. The camps were organised as per the * Dr Satyashanth - Was very actively in- Kannur. Part of the fund was handed over to trict committees. needs of the region. The doctors and the volved in flood relief activities - Distrib- the State Working Committee and the rest IHMA Palakkad:Under the leadership of team visited several camps to provide medi- uted a huge stock of flood relief materials was handed over to the District Collector. Dr. Krishna Das, IHMA Palakkad provided cal aid. Prophylactic and Curative aspects (all sorts) to various areas in Kottayam and IHMA Kozhikode - Flood Relief fresh vegetables to the tune of Rs 25000. were kept in the mind while organising the Pathanamthitta. He was actively involved Activities That consignment was much needed as the camps. Several classes were conducted in in rescue works too. He also arranged for Kerala state witnessed one of the worst ca- various relief camps were lacking this. This the camps regarding personal hygiene, the medical camps in Kottayam, Pathanamthit- lamities in its history in the form of floods. help was much appreciated by the district need for clean surroundings and the impor- ta, Idukki and Ernakulam districts. Though Kozhikode district was not serious- administration and the Tahilsdar of Am- tance of clean drinking water. Doctors also * Dr Ramjothis - Coordinated all relief ly affected by the calamity, as a responsi- balappuzhaTalukoffice personally received talked about diseases and health awareness activities in the district especially supply of ble organisation with social commitments, the consignment. in general. materials and arranging camps. IHMA Kozhikode collected funds and ma- IHMA Malappuram:IHMA Malappuram Team: Indian Homoeopathic Medical As- *Dr Sojan Manual - Attended Medical terials from its members and distributed the through their contacts also provided fresh sociation conducted camps with the help of Camps in Relief camps. same at Wayanad district where the people vegetables and much needed drinking wa- doctors from the association. Trained staff * Dr Mathew George - Attended Medical were hit badly by the flood. ter, under the leadership of Dr. Anwar. along with Nurses accompanied them for Camps in Relief camps. He helped in sort- We purchased provisions and dress ma- IHMA Thrissur: Dr.Parvathy of IHMA patient care and dispensing of medicines. ing materials at Capuchin ashramam, Thel- terials worth Rs.20,000 and distributed the Thrissur was in contact with Dr DeepuDev, Few boats were arranged to visit areas lakom. same at a remote village area with the help IHMA National working committee mem- which were not accessible by road. Volun- * Dr Anoop - was actively involved in and guidance of Dr.Hari who is an activist ber from Alappuzha and she was instrumen- teers were chosen based on their knowledge rescue works and post flood cleanup in Er- and was heading the flood relief activities tal in providing help through various NGOs. of the geography. nakulam district. He also attended medical at Wayanad especially in tribal and remote Among them, an NGO named Pradhidwani Medicines and Sundries: The team car- camps in Kottayam district. areas where the government aids were diffi- provided fresh cooked food, clothes and ried Homoeopathic medicines which were * Dr Nisha - Supply of Relief materials to cult to reach. Our members’ also participat- much needed materials in the camp. purchased from local stores for the camp. CMS College camp. ed full day in supplying the relief materials IHMA Eranakulam:Under the leadership Sundries were also procured on the same * Dr Chamini Chand - Attended camps to the affected areas of Dr.Vinod Joseph and Dr.Sreekumar A, manner. Medicines were carried in a wide and coordinated the relief activities of oth- Dr. Sunand, Dr. Prasanth M.E and Vy- IHMA Ernakulam sent fresh drinking wa- range of potencies and proper dispensing er members. Supply of Relief materials to shakh Prasanth actively participated in the ter, clothes, sanitary pads, diapers etc. to be methods were implemented. Capuchin ashramamThellakom. relief works at Wayanad. Later many of our distributed in various camps. Expenses: The major expenses for the IHMA Thrissur Flood Relief Activities members volunteered in medical camps ar- IHMA Kollam:IHMA Kollam, under the camps were divided among willing doctors, IHMA Thrissur conducted a very big med- ranged by the Government Homoeopathy leadership of Dr. Sankaranarayanan and funds of the chapter and partly from dona- ical camp at Chalakudy. It was conducted in department at Wayanad Dr.Harikrishnan provided much needed tions. Transportation was arranged by the St.Jude church, Rotary hall and Govt. boys IHMA Palakkad Flood Relief Activities utensils like plates for eating, cooking etc. association and for group medical camps; high school. The highpoint and relief of the IHMA Palakkad helped in sending 650 They also provided fresh drinking water the amount was shared among participating event was that the camp could cater to the kg of vegetables to medical camps in Alap- and clothes. These were directly distributed associations. Overall Indian Homoeopathic affected very much because the Govern- puzha, which was the worst hit. The con- in the camps of Haripad and Kayamkulam. Medical Association, Alappuzha chapter in- ment Boys high school was one of the relief signment was received by Dr.Deepu Dev IHMA Trivandrum:DrRassel and curred an expense of around Rs 5000/- (ap- camps opened by the state government and of IHMA Alappuzha.We also met the Pal- Dr.Prasanth took the leadership in provid- proximate figure) per camp. many patients were suffering from many akkad Municipal Secretary and expressed ing relief materials to Alappuzha through Department of Homoeopathy, Govern- acute issues without much medical aid. our willingness to conduct medical camps their contacts. Dr.Rassel would be grateful- ment of Kerala along with National Ayush IHMA Kollam Flood Relief Activities in any areas if the need arises. ly thanked for providing help through Na- Mission were also conducting camps. Team On 17/8/2018 IHMA and RAECH con- IHMA Malappuram Flood Relief tional Journalist Union. Miss. Shalini from of doctors who work in the private sector, ducted a camp at Valarhungal HS Kollam. Activities. Trivandrum was taking care of this through and who are members of the association The camp was led by Dr.Rejith Kumar and IHMA Malappuram reached out to many her contacts in the Union. joined hands with the government machin- Dr.Asharani. On 19/8/2018 another camp places in Kerala. Even though Malappuram IHMA Kottayam:The general secretary ery to effectively provide medical aid in the was held at Amrita UPS Pavumba. IHMA had landlsides it was places in Alappuzha of IHMA Kerala, was spearheading the re- flood affected areas. And RAECH together participated in the and Wayanad which we reached out more. lief activities in Kottayam. The team lead IHMA Kottayam Flood Relief Activities camp. Dr.Sini Thomas, Dr.Nimitha and We sent relief essentials and food inclu- by Dr.Mayarani and Dr.Chamini Chand Kerala, God’s Own Country was hit with Dr.Sreela took part in the camp. On the sive of items from salt to sanitary napkins provided much needed help in the flood af- the worst natural disaster of the century in same venue IHMA donated dresses com- to camps in Ammara, Aanoth an Achur in fected areas of Chengannur. August 2018. The catastrophic incessant prising of bedsheets, lungi, towels and un- Wayanad. We were able to cover places IHMA Pathanamthitta: Dr.Narayanaprasad rains and resulting floods left the state reel- dergarments worth Rs 3100. The delegation from Mundakutty to Achur. IHMA Malap- was in charge of the activities in Pathanam- ing. As our state struggled to rise up from was led by Dr.Abhilash.Initially Rs 14000 puram teamed up with TEAM SAFARI in thitta. They provided relief materials, clean- the biggest crisis it has ever witnessed, In- was collected by Dr.Nasia and of that sani- almost all the help delivering. A special ing materials, water and foods to different dian Homoeopathic Medical Association tary pads, bedsheets, mats, bottled water, note of thanks to TEAM SAFARI. We also camps in the Chengannur. had risen to the occasion in various Flood cleaning lotions, tooth brushes, mosquito made house visits to affected homes in Thus IHMA was meticulous in providing Relief works . IHMA Kottayam has also repellants, candles, matches, batteries etc. Malappuram. Dr.Arulvanan and Dr.Vinod a need based supply of goods to different joined the flood relief activities in its area worth Rs10300 was purchased. In addi- Joseph together contribute Rs.21000 by camps in and around the region. Other than and surroundings. The following is a com- tion to that ready to eat food and the be- which we were able to buy blankets to a this numerous medical camps were provid- pilation of various flood relief activities our fore mentioned essentials to the tune of Rs camp in Aluva. It was a great gesture in- ed to the flood affected areas. These were doctors took part. 65000 was collected from our benevolent deed. We were also giving a helping hand organised individually as well as in collab- * IHMA Kottayam District Chapter donat- members of IHMA Kollam and adelga- in removing the dirt and silt that had ac- oration with the department of Homoeopa- ed relief materials - clothes, footwear, sani- tion led by Dr.Rejith Kumar, Dr.Shaji and cumulated in many homes. A name that thy, Government of Kerala. tary napkins, utensils, food materials and Dr.Sreelatha including Dr.Nasia, Dr.Joshila should not go mentioned is Dr.Anwar and IHMA Alappuzha-Flood Relief Camp groceries worth `25000/- to various relief and Dr.Jasmin donated all these to camps the volunteers from TEAM SAFARI. Hats Details camps around Changanassery and Kurichi. at Govt LPS Haripad and Amrutha school off to them.Dr.Vinukrishnan, Dr.Shameem, Alappuzha district was one of the worst District President and District Secretary Karuvatta on 19/8/2018. Shirts were donat- Dr. Abdul Razak, Dr Azhar, Dr.Akbar and flood hit areas in the state of Kerala. Kuttan- handed over the materials to the camp co- ed to a camp at Infant Jesus High School, Dr Nousheer played pivotal roles. Dr.Akbar ad, which is unique due to its sub sea level ordinators. Kollam by Dr.Rejith Kumar. A sum of Rs donated Rs 10000. The district committee agriculture, is a low lying area and is one * Dr Chitra C Kartha - Supplied relief ma- 21000 was collected by Dr.Biju A from donated Rs 10000, Dr.Mansoor Rs 5000, of the worst hit regions in the district. The terials ( utensils, dress materials and food the members of IHMA Kollam and handed Dr.Anwar Rs 2500, Dr.Dipika Rs2000, region was hit twice in a time span of one materials) to CMS College camp .She also over to the DMO Kollam to be donated to Dr.Amir Rs2000, Dr.Sumitha Rs 3000 and and half months. Due to its geographical donated two days income to CMRF. the Chief Ministers Relief fund. The rest two others Rs 500 each. peculiarities, water level was not receding * Dr Fathima Rahim- Collected and sorted of the funds were utilized to buy disinfect- IHMA NWC contribution like other places and there was severe wa- a huge supply of Relief materials ( Food ants and bleaching powder for a Tsunami IHMA national working committee espe- ter logging in many areas. Water level was materials- ready to eat and cooked food , colony at Thani, Eravipuram, Kollam. It cially IHMA Tamilnadu donated Rs 66000 more than 5 feet and this made the people to utensils, footwear, clothes, sanitary nap- was done by Dr.Rejith Kumar and Dr.M G and Dr.Arulvanan delivered 10 boxes of move out of the region. kins, personal hygiene products, cleaning Radhakrishnan. medicines to Ernakulam District committee IHMA, Alappuzha chapter was active in materials and disinfectants to camps around IHMA Idukki Flood Relief Activities to be distributed to doctors who were badly providing flood relief measures and medi- Kurichi, Changanassery and Chengannur. We visited camps at rural areas especially hit by the floods. Publisher & Owner Dr. M.E. Prasanthkumar (President IHMA Kerala) Managing Editor Dr. Mayarani Senan (Gen. Secretary IHMA Kerala) Chief Editor Dr. Nived V. Nair (9747657505) Layout & Printing: K.K. Printers, Cochin - 682 017.