Srinagar, March 26 -- Kashmir tertiary care hospital the Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) has launched a "head injury awareness program", to combat the rising incidence of head injuries in Kashmir.
Spearheaded by its Departments of Neurosurgery and Neuroanesthesia, the initiative is aimed at to address the rising incidence of head injuries in the region through education, prevention strategies, and community engagement.
Director of SKIMS Mohammad Ashraf Ganie, emphasized that head injuries are preventable, and timely intervention can reduce long-term complications and save lives.
"Early detection and prompt medical response in cases of head trauma and quick action can significantly reduce the risk of long-term compl...