On August 10, Chairman/CEC Adv Tashi Gyalson of LAHDC, Leh, held a productive meeting with Dr. Swee Chong Quek and his team to review the ongoing Himalayan Women Health Project. This initiative, a joint effort between the Council and Mahabodhi, aims to improve women’s health in the Himalayan region through essential cervical cancer screenings. The meeting highlighted that Dr. Quek and his team have conducted extensive screenings in Leh and remote areas like Zanskar.
CEC Gyalson praised their dedication and annual visits, acknowledging their critical role in providing health services. He also expressed heartfelt thanks to Dr. Nordan Otzer for his years of work in screening women and raising cervical cancer awareness.
The discussion included future steps in tackling cervical cancer, such as potential vaccination programs. CEC Gyalson stressed the need to address gaps in vaccination coverage for excluded groups and proposed supplementary budget support to enhance these efforts. A roadmap was outlined to eradicate cervical cancer, emphasizing strategic planning and community engagement for long-term health improvements. Chairman Gyalson commended Dr. Quek and his team for their invaluable contributions and reaffirmed his commitment to advancing collaborative efforts against cervical cancer in the region.
