Dewansh is five years old, and has autism. Three years back his condition was very severe. He used to wander, scream, throw tantrums, and could not sit in groups. But over the years, with a lot of work and patience, he has greatly improved. Now Devansh who is more quiet, can sit in a group, wait for his turn, listen quietly during story times, and be patient for the 15 minute one-on-one session. He gives things when asked, follows some directions, and plays besides other children. Devansh uses meaningful words to express his needs, and hums almost all the songs that he would have heard. He can also now feed himself. He occasionally throws up a tantrum, but calms down very easily. His father, who supervises teachers in the government school system, couldn't be happier.

ADVOCACY SEMINAR ON 'WATER AND ISLAND's DEVELOPMENT'
conducted by EHA in PORT BLAIR

After a series of stakeholders meeting in different parts of the Andaman region like Diglipur, Rangat & Baratang, a consolidated Regional Seminar on 'Water and Island's Development was organized by the Andaman Water Project of Emmanuel Hospital Association at Megapode Resort on 12th March, 2008. Introducing the seminar Mr. Abraham Dennyson, Project Manager in background paper presented the water scenario in the Island and expressed the concern that are arising out of it. The Chief Guest was Shri Arvind Ray, Commissioner cum Secretary – Higher Education for the Andaman and Nicobar Island. Shri Ray in his address said that the Administration would welcome recommendation coming out of this seminar. Also present as Guest of Honour was Kumari Miriam Bibi, Chairperson of the Zilla Parishad.
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COMBINED REPORT ON GUWAHATI & DIMAPUR VISIT
10th & 11th March, 2008

The price we pay for the failure of hospitals or health facilities due to disasters is too high. In comparison, the cost of making hospitals safe from disasters is tiny. Disaster damage to health systems is a human tragedy, results in huge economic losses, deals devastating blows to development goals, and shakes social confidence. Making hospitals and health facilities safe from disasters is an economic requirement, and also a social, moral and ethical necessity.
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