Author: ShanthaWP

Date: 24th September 2025
Venue: Peresandra

On the occasion of National Pharmacovigilance Day, Shantha College of Pharmacy organized an Awareness Rally to sensitize the public about the significance of reporting Adverse Drug Reactions (ADR) and ensuring drug safety.

Faculty members, students, and staff enthusiastically participated in the rally, carrying placards and spreading key messages such as:

• “Your Safety, Just a Click Away: Report to PvPI”
• “From Trials to Trust, Advancing Safety is a Must”

This initiative helped raise awareness among the community and emphasized the importance of patient safety and pharmacovigilance in healthcare.

Shantha Group of Institutions had the immense honor of hosting Padma Shri Dr. C. R. Chandrashekar, Retired Senior Professor of Psychiatry from NIMHANS and founder of ‘SAMADANA’ Counselling Centre, for an expert talk and interactive session on Mental Health & Stress Management.

Held at the SGI Campus Auditorium, this enlightening session provided our students, faculty, and staff with deep insights into managing stress, recognizing early signs of mental health issues, and practical strategies for emotional well-being.

Dr. Chandrashekar, fondly known as the “People’s Psychiatrist”, shared his vast knowledge and experience in mental health care, making complex psychological concepts accessible and relatable. His commitment to community mental health and his humble demeanor inspired all attendees.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Chandrashekar for gracing our institution with his presence and wisdom.

The community awareness programme held at PHC, Peresandra in observance of Alzheimer’s Day.

The event aimed to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, its impact, and the importance of supporting those affected.

The programme was well-attended and featured informative sessions, Participants showed great enthusiasm and engagement, demonstrating a clear interest in understanding more about Alzheimer’s disease.

Proud moment! Our students from Shantha Group of Institutions participated in the NaMo Yuva Run — together we run for health and hope.

A School Health Program has been conducted by 04th year B Sc Nursing students at Government Model High School, Peresandra, as a part of their Community Posting. The topic of the teaching program was “Menstrual Hygiene”.
42 girls have attended the program. In the end, children were appreciated with simple prizes and refreshment.

Shantha College of AHS, is proud to share that our 2nd and 3rd year B.Sc. Perfusion Technology students successfully participated in the 3rd ECMO Fundamentals Workshop held on 6th September 2025 at Narayana Health City, Bengaluru.

The workshop, organized by ECMO HUB – Narayana Health, brought together renowned experts and covered essential topics including:

1. Physiology of ECMO, 2.Cannulation techniques, 3.Monitoring & maintenance, 4.Anticoagulation strategies, 5.Troubleshooting and complications, 6.Pediatric ECMO and E-CPR, 7.Hands-on ECMO simulation sessions

This academic exposure has enriched our students’ knowledge and clinical competency in advanced extracorporeal life support techniques, preparing them for future professional excellence.

Department of Medical surgical nursing has organised a seminar on eye donation fortnight 2025 on 3rd September 2025 at Seminar Hall. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of eye donation and promote pledging.