B.Sc. in MLT- Medical Lab Technology
Professional Society Activities
SUNSTROKE AWARENESS PROGRAMME
The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences , College of Allied Health Sciences, Annamacharya University, Rajampet, organized a community awareness programme on Sunstroke Prevention and Management at Pullampet Village, Rajampet, on 25th April 2026.
The programme aimed to educate the general public about the causes, warning signs, preventive measures and immediate first aid management of sunstroke and other heat-related illnesses. Students actively participated in creating awareness about adequate hydration, avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, recognizing early symptoms of heat exhaustion and identifying emergency warning signs of heatstroke.
As part of the programme, students of Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology actively participated in various awareness activities.
- Community Interaction: Students interacted with villagers and explained the importance of sunstroke prevention and early recognition.
- Health Education: Awareness was provided regarding the causes, risk factors and complications of prolonged exposure to high temperatures.
- Identification of Symptoms: Students explained symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, headache, weakness, nausea, confusion and altered consciousness.
- Preventive Measures: The importance of drinking adequate water, wearing light-coloured cotton clothing, using umbrellas or hats and avoiding outdoor activities during peak afternoon temperatures was emphasized.
- First Aid Awareness: Students demonstrated the importance of shifting an affected person to a cool or shaded place, removing excess clothing, initiating rapid cooling and arranging immediate medical assistance.
- Public Awareness: Villagers were encouraged to follow appropriate precautions during hot weather and educate their family members and neighbours.
The students interacted with local villagers and emphasized the importance of drinking sufficient water, wearing light and comfortable clothing, avoiding outdoor activities during peak temperatures and staying in shaded or cool environments. They also highlighted the importance of providing immediate first aid and seeking timely medical assistance in cases of suspected heatstroke.
This initiative provided students with an opportunity to extend health education beyond the hospital setting while developing their communication, teamwork and community engagement skills. The programme also promoted preventive healthcare, public health awareness and social responsibility among students and the local community.
