“Lab Saves Life!” – BCMCH Microbiology Team Wins First Place at Chethipuzha Reel Competition

 NEWSBREAK 💦 “Lab Saves Life!” – BCMCH Microbiology Team Wins First Place at Chethipuzha Reel Competition



The Department of Microbiology, BCMCH Laboratory has proudly secured First Place in the Lab Week Reel Competition hosted by St. Thomas Hospital, Chethipuzha, Changanasserry, earning a cash prize of ₹3000. Their impactful reel, titled “Lab Saves Life!”, creatively illustrated the vital and often underappreciated role of microbiology in saving lives through accurate diagnosis and timely intervention.

The reel was part of the Lab Week 2025 celebration, recognizing the essential contributions of laboratory professionals to patient care. Among several outstanding entries from across Kerala, the BCMCH team’s work stood out for its clarity, message, and storytelling quality.

Congratulations to the entire Microbiology team for this well-earned recognition! Your work not only reflects technical excellence but also strengthens BCMCH’s image as a center of innovation, awareness, and service in laboratory medicine.

This achievement is a proud moment for all of us at BCMCH—#LabSavesLife as our team showcased the power of #MicrobiologyMatters through a compelling story during #LabWeek2025. With dedication from our #HealthcareHeroes and #MedicalLaboratoryProfessionals, we continue to lead with #LabInnovation. This win highlights our #BCMCHPride and honors the role of #BehindTheScenesLifesavers who work tirelessly to support clinical outcomes every day.






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