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04 May 2020|Noida | Amity University, Noida

Role of Homeopathy in fighting COVID-19 discussed during a webinar at Amity University

A webinar on ‘COVID19 - Role of Homeopathy’ was conducted by Dr. D.D, Vichitra, President, International Ashthangyog Organisation. Sharing advantages and benefits of homeopathy medicine, Dr. Vichitra shared that it required only a single remedy needs to be given at a time known as ‘similimum’, the constitutionalremedy that covers the entire case. “Homeopathy arouses the self-power to eradicate the disease. Homeopathic remedies are easy to take with no special dietary or lifestyle restrictions, unless a particular disease calls for them. It is an effective, safe andgentle treatment; gives permanent cure; is non-toxic; suitable for all age group with deep acting abilities that can eradicate very old diseases,” said Dr. Vichitra. He further shared the physical and mental symptoms of COVID-19 and its impact on the mindand body. He also shared the medicine Arsenic Album that has been identified in homeopathy that can be used for preventing communicable diseases. “The genus epidemicus was determined only after studying the symptom picture of the outbreak very closely,” averredDr. Vichitra. In a webinar on ‘My journey to Deakin from Amity University’, Ms. Priyanka Chaudhary, Ph.D Scholar at Deakin University, Australia shared her experiences and educational journey. Having completed her Masters in Applied Chemistry from Amity University, India, Priyanka shared the ways to reach the ultimate career goal. “Decide your future course of action whether you want to go for placements, jobs or higher studies. Then shortlist courses, universities, research topics, potential supervisors. Keep your options open as planning is the art of the possible. Make a timeline and set a preparation period of 12 months at least. Follow this up with a prep up according to varying requirements of different universities and finally make efforts to write you documentations with proof reading them repeatedly,” shared Priyanka. She also shared her methodology to prepare for entrance exams and also shared tips on how to prepare for personal interviews. “Follow formal and smart dressing; talk to create a remarkable impression; prepare “predictable questions”; Be specific and realistic; Sell yourself and eliminate technical errors/issuesin case of video conferences,” shared Priyanka who also talked at length about how to write a research proposal for aspiring PhD scholars. A webinar on Entrepreneurship development in Hospitality was conducted by Mr. Sanjiv Verma, Founder and Chef, Pashtun, Chandigarh who advised students to be fully prepared if they wish to begin their own restaurant. “Remember that 9 out of 10 restaurants that open every year shut down within two years’ time. A restaurant has three aspects namely concept, location and design. Concept provides the framework on which to hang the image of your restaurant. The identity of an establishment is strengthened by its concept. Also, different concepts and prices attract different markets. You will have to make a different and better image of your restaurant in every aspect to make it stand apart from your competition. And when a concept fails, don’t lose heart but adapt, adopt and improve,” said Mr. Sahdeo. He also shared a list of the licenses and government clearances required to open a restaurant in the country. Another webinar on ‘Reimagining Volunteerism at the time of COVID-19 Pandemic’ was conducted by Mr Arun Sahdeo, Country Coordinator - United Nations Volunteers India. “We support volunteer organizations in the country and have been reaching out to a large population every week of more than 1 lakh people. Volunteering is different from charity or philanthropy and involves passion, persistence and perseverance of an individual. Volunteering is ingrained in our socio-cultural ethos since a long time,” shared Mr. Sahdeo. He also shared the history of volunteering in the country and the various movements that were assisted by volunteers including the teach4India, pulse polio mission etc. “Volunteering landscape is becoming proactive covering more and more spheres and going beyond religion including as seen during the COVID-19 crisis. Motivation is the primary driving force behind volunteering,” added Mr. Sahdeo. He also averred how it was a challenge and an applauding measure for volunteers to reach out to people ad help the authorities during this time of pandemic. “More than the virus, it’s the misinformation and rumours are more damaging along with discrimination of volunteers and healthcare providers,” stated Mr. Sahdeo