{"id":488,"date":"2026-01-21T09:47:54","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T09:47:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitalprindia.com\/news\/?p=488"},"modified":"2026-01-21T09:47:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T09:47:54","slug":"rcms-strengthens-pediatric-care-with-ventilator-donation-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitalprindia.com\/news\/rcms-strengthens-pediatric-care-with-ventilator-donation-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"RCMS Donates Advanced Pediatric Ventilators to Institute of Child Health, Egmore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Chennai, January 20: The Rotary Club of Madras South (RCMS)<\/strong> marked a significant milestone in its community healthcare initiatives by <strong>donating two advanced pediatric ventilators<\/strong> to the <strong>Institute of Child Health (ICH), Egmore<\/strong>, under its flagship project aptly titled <strong>\u201cSave Lives.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The ventilators were formally handed over during a ceremonial event held at the ICH Auditorium, in the distinguished presence of <strong>District Governor Rtn. 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Jaikaran, Professor and Head, Paediatric Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, ICH<\/strong>, who acknowledged the timely and impactful contribution that will significantly strengthen pediatric critical care services at the institution.<\/p>\n<p>Demonstrating a deep commitment beyond equipment donation, <strong>RCMS has ensured a comprehensive 5-year Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC)<\/strong> <strong>for both ventilators and has also set aside dedicated funds to address any unforeseen repair or operational expenses.<\/strong> This thoughtful approach ensures uninterrupted, long-term functionality of the life-saving equipment.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the occasion, RCMS leaders emphasized that the \u201c<strong>Save Lives<\/strong>\u201d project stands as one of the <strong>most prestigious and meaningful initiatives of RCMS in the current Rotary year<\/strong>, reflecting the club\u2019s sustained focus on child healthcare and preventive support systems.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis initiative goes 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