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Lecture Programs
The lectures are all given by Dr. Norboo, and are designed to educate Ladakh about the ten impending diseases of the new millenium. These are:
As Ladakh rapidly develops and changes economically and culturally, it is vital that the population understands and can make steps to address these new issues; hypertension is exceptionally common due to the local butter tea, and Ladakh has the lowest age of onset of stomach cancer in the world. The information is tailored for the cultural background in which it is to be received. Dr. Norboo and other members of the Foundation travel to the villages with the generator and projection equipment of the Ladakh Heart Foundation, where lectures are given in halls, schools, and even outdoor areas at night. The attendance, and attention, at lectures is always high, and the information is always very well received. Whenever possible, the lectures are also given before any clinics, so that diagnoses, blood pressure measurements, and lifestyle advice is better understood. The feedback and questions from villagers is always positive, and lectures often stimulate many more questions. Over the past year, around 6400 children, adults, teacher, and health professionals have heard these lectures. A list of campaigns can be found at the back of the newsletter. Please note that most of these lectures will now be organised under the supervision of the Ladakh Institute of Prevention.
