St. Anthony’s College-Wellness Checkup Drive
“You can’t enjoy wealth if you are not in good health.”

Good health is central to human happiness and well-being. It contributes significantly to prosperity, wealth, and even economic progress. Health is the foundation that enables a person to perform daily life tasks effectively and efficiently. Health consciousness is especially important in the lives of students, as it helps them improve and preserve their well-being, avoid illness, and reduce risky behaviors.

Recognizing the importance of good health, the NSS Unit, Women Cell, and Red Cross Unit of St. Anthony's College, Bangalore, organized a Health Checkup Drive in collaboration with Narayana Hrudayalaya on the occasion of World Health Day, held on 9th April 2025 at Pace Bene Hall.

The event was inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Joy Dsouza, Principal of St. Anthony's College, who emphasized the importance of health in our lives and encouraged students and staff to make the best use of the available facilities.

The team from Narayana Hrudayalaya conducted comprehensive health checkups for both students and staff. The checkup included Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement, Random Blood Sugar Test, Electrocardiogram (ECG), and Doctor Consultation. A total of 38 teaching and non-teaching staff members and 63 students availed themselves of these services, consulting with the doctor and receiving personalized health advice based on their reports.

Prof. Balkhis (NSS Coordinator), Prof. Molly Dsouza (Women Cell Coordinator), and Prof. Leelavathi Chivate (Red Cross Unit Coordinator) played key roles in the smooth and successful execution of the program.

As a token of appreciation, Rev. Fr. Robin Victor Dsouza presented a memento to Dr. Promod, General Physician, thanking him for his valuable service.

The event was further supported by enthusiastic participation and leadership from NSS volunteers, Women Cell representatives, and Red Cross volunteers, who assisted the medical team throughout the checkup process.