Building a Healthier Tamil Nadu through Awareness, Research and Action
About us
Our Vision & Mission
To create a healthier, informed, and sustainable society through excellence in public health education, research, and community service and To promote public health through education, research, community engagement, preventive healthcare, and environmental initiatives while fostering collaboration among students, professionals, and institutions.
TNPHRF
Our Three Core units
Educational Unit
The Educational Unit promotes health awareness through workshops, training programs, internships, and community outreach. We aim to improve health literacy and inspire healthier lifestyles through education.
Medical Unit
The Medical Unit focuses on preventive healthcare, health awareness, community screening, and public health initiatives. We work to improve community well-being through evidence-based healthcare and early intervention.
Environmental Unit
The Environmental Unit promotes environmental sustainability through awareness on sanitation, waste management, clean water, biodiversity, and climate action. We believe a healthy environment is essential for a healthy community.
Be the Change. Serve the Community.
Join TNPHRF as a Volunteer
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Educational Unit
Participate in health awareness and educational campaigns. Support school and community education programmes. Assist with educational materials and public health communication.
02
Medical Unit
Support community health awareness activities. Participate in disease prevention campaigns. Assist with public health outreach and approved research activities. Promote rabies prevention and awareness in support of India's 2030 elimination goal.
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Environmental Unit
Participate in tree-planting initiatives. Promote cleanliness, sanitation, and waste management. Support environmental awareness and sustainability campaigns.
Why us
We believe that meaningful change begins with people who care
Students, graduates, healthcare professionals, researchers, teachers, social workers, and other interested individuals are welcome to apply.
Kindness
Spread kindness through selfless service and make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Creativity
Share your creative ideas and develop meaningful solutions to community challenges.
Emotional
Develop empathy, understand others’ feelings, and support communities with compassion.
Innovation
Turn innovative ideas into practical actions that improve public health, education, and environmental sustainability.
TNPHRF Supporting India's Goal of Rabies Elimination by 2030
Global Burden
Rabies causes an estimated 59,000 deaths every year, with over 95% occurring in Asia and Africa.
India
India accounts for nearly one-third of global rabies deaths, with an estimated 5,700–20,000 deaths annually.
Tamil Nadu
Rabies in Tamil Nadu In 2026, Tamil Nadu recorded 2.63 lakh dog bite cases and 17 rabies deaths within the first four months.
Victims
Nearly 99% of human cases are caused by dog bites, and almost half of the victims are children under 15 years.
Public Health problem
More than 9.1 million animal bite cases are reported every year, making rabies a major public health concern.
Most affected
Chennai, Salem, Tiruchi, and Dindigul remain among the most affected districts, highlighting the need for stronger prevention and vaccination efforts.
Your Contribution. Our Collective Impact.
You can support our work through an eligible financial donation or by contributing resources and services that meet the needs of our programmes.