An invited lecture on the topic “Prediction and Prevention of Calcium Deficiency in Bones” by Dr. Vijay Shanmugam., MS(Ortho)., Specialist - Department of Orthopedics, Ibri Regional Hospital was held on 19th October 2017 (Thursday) between 11.00 am to 12.00noon.

The doctor focused on calcium rich foods that will supplement calcium requirements by natural means. What we consume before the age of 25 is the one that lasts long for our entire life period. Calcium supplements must be taken with the advice of a doctor for therapeutic purposes only. It should not be taken as a health supplement as this could lead to many side effects.