June 29, 2025:
As Part of the School’s Ongoing Student Support and Wellness Initiatives, Two impactful awareness sessions were held in collaboration with Aster DM Healthcare and the Indian Doctors Club. The events were coordinated by Mrs. Manaal, Manager of Marketing at Aster DM, along with Mrs. Faheema Mustafa (School Counsellor), Mrs. Shamsiya Suhaibu (Care and Guidance Mentor), and Mrs. Soumya Mathew (Senior Activity Coordinator).
The sessions took place on two days:
● Monday, 2nd June 2025 for Grade 9 students
● Sunday, 29th June 2025 for Grade 11 students
Session 1: Computer Vision Syndrome – Protecting Your Eyes in the Digital Age
Speaker: Dr. Leena Bhatt, Specialist Ophthalmologist, Aster Hospital
Dr. Bhatt addressed the increasing prevalence of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) among students due to prolonged screen exposure. She explained the causes, symptoms, and associated risks, noting that up to 70% of children and 80% of adults using digital devices for more than two hours daily report symptoms of eye strain.
Highlights included:
● The impact of reduced blinking and increased eye exposure
● Disruption caused by blue light on sleep patterns
● Preventive measures such as screen distance, posture correction, and eye exercises
Students left the session with practical strategies to reduce eye strain and adopt healthier screen habits.
Session 2: Move It to Win It – The Power of Physical Activity
Speaker: Dr. Amit Verma, Consultant in Family Medicine with a Specialist Interest in Diabetes, representing Indian Doctors Club (IDC)
Dr. Verma conducted an engaging session on the critical role of daily physical activity, encouraging students to aim for at least 60 minutes of movement each day. He discussed how regular activity enhances focus, energy, mood, and helps prevent lifestyle-related health issues such as obesity and osteoporosis.
Key messages included:
● Easy ways to stay active: taking stairs, active hobbies, digital detox
● Importance of consistency and enjoyment in physical routines
● Debunking fitness myths and promoting goal-oriented fitness
Dr. Verma also shared stories from his personal trekking experiences, inspiring students to pursue physical wellness with enthusiasm.
Each session concluded with a Q&A segment and individual interaction time with the guest experts, allowing students to engage meaningfully and clarify their doubts.
These sessions were a valuable addition to the school’s health and wellness framework, emphasizing the importance of holistic student development through informed lifestyle choices and proactive well-being education.
