M E N -T S E E - K H A N G ( S O WA - R I G PA ) (Estd. by the 13th Dalai lama in 1916 Re-Estd. by the 14th Dalai lama in 1961)
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Leh, Ladakh On 7 April 2017, Men-Tsee-Khang Culture Centre in association with the Tibetan Primary Health Care Centre TPHCC organized 69Th World Health Day at Sonamling Tibetan Settlement Hall on the theme “Depression, Let’s talk” in Leh, Ladakh.
April 2017
An introductory speech was given by Dr. Ngawang Dorjee where he also gave presentation on “Important Role of Vegetables, Spices, Fruits, Boiled Water and Best Ways to consume them according to Tibetan Sowa-Rigpa’. The visiting Doctor of Menla Hospital shared his thought on Anti-Depression as well. Miao Miao branch clinic of Men-Tsee-Khang celebrated 101 anniversary and World Health Day on 22 April, 2017. Around 150 people were present for the event. Dr. Pema Sangmo, Chief Resident Doctor gave a glimpse on the history of Men-Tsee-Khang and spoke on the theme “Depression” where she shed some light on its root cause: Attachment, Ignorance and Anger; symptoms and how to deal with it through Sowa-Rigpa, Buddhist Philosophy and Modern Science. Furthermore, she underlined the importance of a healthy mind being the key component for tackling Depression.
Mr. Dhondup Gyalpo officiating CRO and Changthang Coordinator Leh, Ladakh presided over as the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries included Mr. Chungdak, Speaker of Local Tibetan Assembly, Leh; Mr. Pema Sangpo, Secretary to Supreme Justice Commission, Leh; Mr. Tamdin Chodar, Head Environment Committee; Mr. Karma Gedun, Executive Secretary TPHCC and Mrs Seldol, Nurse TPHCC, Choglamsar. MEN-TSEE-KHANG 101 FOUNDING ANNIVERSAY Odisha Men-Tsee-Khang branch clinic in Phuntsokling settlement and Menla hospital (Department of Health, Central Tibetan Administration) organized 101st founding celebration of Men-Tsee-Khang and World Health day on 7 April, 2017.
MEDICAL CAMP Arunachal Pradesh Dr. Tsewang Tamdin, CMO of Men-Tsee-Khang toured Arunachal Pradesh from 29 March to 19 April, 2017.
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On 31 March, 2017 the doctor rendered health consultations to 127 patients in Shillong. In Tawang, he and Dr. Thupten Sangpo (Resident Doctor, Tawang) gave consultation to 350 patients consisting mostly of Bhutanese from the border and far-flung areas. This medical camp was very beneficial to those who cannot get access to the medical needs. BOOKS AND HERBAL PRODUCTS LAUNCHED BY MEN-TSEE-KHANG Disease Preventive Measures With the special blessing and talk by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama bestowed upon Men-Tsee-Khang on the joyous occasion of 100 years celebration of Men-Tsee-Khang on 23 March, 2016, and under the immediate guidance of Director, CMO of Men-Tsee-Khang for implementation, a Disease Preventive Committee under the Research Department was set up considering the importance of focusing on prevention of disease in Tibetan community from the grass root level. 10 booklets have been launched on the common and prevalent diseases: Arthritis, Tuberculosis, Hypertension, Diabetes, Pregnancy Health & Care, Respiratory Disorder, Hepatitis B, Stomach Cancer, Cold & Flu and Restorative Yoga.
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The books generally outlines the introduction of the disease, its types, symptoms, and important preventive methods & measures according to Sowa-Rigpa and Tibetan Astro-Science. Norbu Dhunthang (Complete Cold & flu) Complete Cold and Flu syrup relieves chest congestion, body aches & chills, tiredness and sore throat pain.
Trulthang (Cold & Flu Relief) This product helps to relieve cold & flu and its related symptoms. It also enhances body immunity.
April 2017 Sonuum Dhunpa (Dental soother) Dental soother is a complete treatment for the toothache cause by tooth decay and sensitivity.
Ookchoe Ngapa This ear drop improves hearing, and relieves ear ringing.
Tarbu Ngapa Cough Syrup Tarbu Ngapa is an instant relief for cough and irritated throats.
FRIENDS OF MEN-TSEE-KHANG (FOM) Paying an Annual Membership of Rupees 1,000.00, Well Wishers and Patients in Delhi have come together to form FRIENDS OF MEN-TSEE-KHANG (FOM). Presently, there are 30+ members, and memberships are coming in. Mumbai will be the next city to form FOM. We will request Friends and Well Wishers in other cities, before long. Broadly, there will be three areas of collaborations between Men-Tsee-Khang and the concerned FOM, namely, Events jointly promoted by Men-Tsee-Khang and the concerned FOM; Events primarily promoted by Men-Tsee-Khang and the concerned FOM giving support, and, Events primarily promoted by the concerned FOM and Men-Tsee-Khang giving support in terms of human resources. Presently, one Bank Account is maintained. Membership Account is maintained by city and the concerned FOM may use the funds received from its members. For the benefit of all FOM, we have created an Email account. There are some postings from Men-Tsee-Khang relating to the FOM in Delhi. The Password will be
Tibetan Medicine Courses in English Men-Tsee-Khang Tibetan Medical and Astro. College will conduct a 10-day level 1 & 2 Course in English on Tibetan Medicine from 11 to 21 September and 5-day level 3 Course in English on Tibetan Medicine from 22 to 27 September, 2017. Level 3 are specialized courses which offer two parallel and optional courses under the respective themes: “Healthy Mind and Healthy Body” and “Materia Medica and Pharmacology”. For more information and Registration, please visit our website : www.men-tsee-khang.org under upcoming events. or Contact : Ms. Sonam Lhamo, Course Coordinator Email : tmaicollege@men-tsee-khang.org
5th Body, Mind and Life Conference
5th Body, Mind and Life conference on “Prevention of Mental Disorder” will be held from 4 to 6 October, 2017 at Men-Tsee-Khang. This 3-day conference will bring together two scholars each from four different perspectives: Buddhist Psychology, Tibetan Medicine, Tibetan Astro-Science and Modern Science. For details, please visit our website under the Body, Mind & Life and upcoming events. Email: bodymindlife@men-tsee-khang.org Tel: 91-1892-223222/223113 Mob: 8629036758 6th Body, Mind and Life Conference 6th Body, Mind and Life conference on “Prevention of Mental Disorder” will be held from 22-23 November, 2017 in Mumbai. This forum will present valuable insight on prevention of Mental Disorder through Nine different perspectives: Buddhist Psychology, Tibetan Medicine, Tibetan Astro-Science, Ayurveda, Western Medical Science, Unani Medicine, Siddha Medicine, Homeopathic Medicine and Yoga Therapy. For details, please visit our website under the Body, Mind & Life and upcoming events. Email: bodymindlife@men-tsee-khang.org
changed from time to time and new password(s) will be communicated to all FOM in all regions. fom@men-tsee-khang.org Password: chapter593 Membership Form may be downloaded by visiting the above Email ID. VISITORS IN THE MONTH OF APRIL, 2017 Rev. Bill Crews, an advocate of humanitarian and one of the Australia’s influential figures visited Men-Tsee-Khang on 20 April, 2017. MEN-TSEE-KHANG AT A GLANCE (As on 30 April, 2017)
No. of employees (administration) 319 No. of employees (doctors) 118 No. of employees (Astro-Science Practitioners) 15 No. of Medical students 83 No. of Astro. Students 22 No. of Wagers 139
DONATION RECEIVED FOR MONTH OF APRIL, 2017 Staff Children Scholarship Deutsche Tibethilfe E.V Germany Perry Smith England Craig Gardner Australia Patricia Gardner Australia Alan R Hall UK Janet E Goldman USA Bunduc Ion Andrian Canada
66,174.00 153,656.00 32,427.00 16,039.00 13,397.00 15,324.00 15,276.00
Stipend of retired staff Deutsche Tibethilfe E.V Germany Craig Gardner Australia
30,397.00 32,427.00
Scholarship Deutsche Tibethilfe E.V
Germany
84,063.00
Donations received from Branch clinics
Mr Madav Tilak Dharmesh Chevli M.Gautham Shankar Mr Devraj Pal A.G Phatak
Ahmedabad Malad Chennai Navi Mumbai Navi Mumbai
1,000.00 2,500.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 5,000.00
Celebrating 101 years of Men-Tsee-Khang Kumkum Bagaria Bengaluru 11,000.00
Men-Tsee-Khang Wellness Camps (Celebrating 101 Years of Public Health Service) (March 23, 2017 to March 23, 2018) Our Centenary outreach tours to Australia, USA East Coast/Canada, Singapore, Russia, Europe, Taiwan, USA West Coast and South America conducted between March 23, 2016 to March 23, 2017 had been a great success due to the efforts of various support groups. Above all, the encouragements we received and the experiences we gained, contributed to our initiating another world tour. Our tours to various places in India had also been a great success. We are glad to inform that we are planning to conduct such similar outreach tours (health consultations, oral-astro consultations, lectures/ workshops on Tibetan Medicine & Tibetan Astro-Science, exhibition, sale of sorig & health products) between March 23, 2017 to March 23, 2018 to commemorate the 101 Years of MenTsee-Khang in Public Health Service. We have formed 6 groups who will visit USA East Coast/Canada, USA West Coast, Europe, Nordic Countries, United Kingdom and South America. Each group will comprise of 4-members (1 doctor, 1 Astro-Science Practitioner and 2-administrative staff). We are currently in the initial stage of planning/scheduling the tour dates. As soon as the tour schedules are confirmed, the details will be posted in our website: www.men-tsee-khang.org under “Upcoming Events”.