Date: Saturday, 13th August 2025 
Venue: Event Hall SJCHS [Zoom call]
Organized by: IQAC 
Speaker: Dr. Rohit Jacob, MBBS, MD, MRCP(UK), Specialist Internal Medicine, Aster DM Healthcare, Dubai

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) successfully organized an insightful session titled “The Immunity Lesson – Building a Strong Defense Against Common Illness” on 13th August 2025 at SJCHS Event hall on a zoom call. The session aimed to spread awareness about the importance of building and maintaining a strong immune system through informed lifestyle choices. This initiative was part of IQAC’s ongoing commitment to promoting personal well-being and preventive healthcare among faculties. 

The session was led by Dr. Rohit Jacob, a distinguished expert in health and wellness, who generously took time out of his busy schedule to share his knowledge. Dr. Jacob delivered an engaging presentation that shed light on how the immune system works, the key factors that influence its strength, and everyday habits that can either enhance or weaken it. He emphasized the importance of sleep, balanced nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and hygiene as crucial elements of a strong immune defense. His ability to simplify complex biological concepts and relate them to daily life made the session highly relatable and impactful for all participants.

Following the main presentation, there was a Question-and-Answer session where participants eagerly interacted with Dr. Jacob. An attendee questioned, “Can supplements replace a healthy diet in strengthening immunity?” To this, Dr. Jacob clarified that while supplements can support the body in certain deficiencies, they cannot replace the benefits of a wholesome diet and a healthy lifestyle. His answers were not only informative but also practical and evidence-based, further enriching the session.

The event concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, delivered on behalf of the IQAC and faculty members. The speaker extended sincere gratitude to Dr. Rohit Jacob for his time, expertise, and the value he brought to the session. Thanks were also given to the Principal for her constant support, the IQAC team for planning the session, all faculty members for their participation, and the technical and organizing team for ensuring the smooth execution of the event.

Overall, the session was a great success, providing attendees with not only a deeper understanding of how immunity works but also inspiring them to make healthier choices in their everyday lives. The IQAC hopes to continue hosting such meaningful and health-oriented programs in the future.