“Medicines cure diseases, but doctors cure patients”. These words by renowned

psychologist Carl Jung emphasize the invaluable contribution of doctors to humanity. To

celebrate the National Doctors’ Day that falls on July 1, a special Guest lecture on

Diabetes: The impact on society was held on Saturday (01.07.23) at J.J. College of Arts

and Science, Pudukkottai and was organized by the Wilmut Club of PG and Research

Department of Biotechnology. As the day marks the birth anniversary of renowned

physician and former West Bengal Chief Minister Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, the

legendary figure was remembered and tributes were paid to him during the event.

The celebrations were aimed at recognizing the efforts of all doctors and healthcare

workers for their services rendered during hard times. The guest lecture was given by

Dr. D. Venkatesh, a renowned physician and Assistant Professor, from the Government

Medical College, Thanjavur, on Diabetes. Apart from educating the science behind the

disease, he urged the students to leave behind the sedentary lifestyle and get indulged in

many physical activities to get rid of obesity which is one of the root causes of diabetes.

Students of the department exhibited their talents by participating in a painting competition

regarding drug abuse and the winners were awarded by prizes by Dr. D. Venkatesh.

Earlier during the inauguration, Dr. G. Manigandan, Assistant Professor and Head

of the Department, urged the students, research scholars and faculty members to come with

innovative and novel ideas to curb the disease. Principal and Trustee madam of the

Institution elucidated the importance of doctors and their service to society.