Arabian Gulf University promotes healthy lifestyles

Arabian Gulf University promotes healthy lifestyles

Manama, The Gulf Observer: Arabian Gulf University (AGU) held a campaign at in Saar aimed to highlight the health risks resulting from diabetes and promote healthy lifestyles. The drive was coordinated with AGU Deanship of Students’ Affairs and Family Medicine at the College of Postgraduate Studies, in cooperation with the King Abdulla Medical City.

Students from the College of Medicine and Medical Sciences and masters’ students in family medical medicine and consultant doctors took part in the campaign which is supported by the World Health Organisation. Family Medicine Consultant Lecturer at the College of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Dr. Fatima Habash, emphasized the necessity of following a healthy diet and practicing physical activity continuously to maintain weight and a healthy lifestyle to reduce the prevalence of chronic diseases

She pointed out that the prevalence of diabetes in Bahrain, the Gulf and the world has increased remarkably in recent years, noting that most cases are of the second type, which can be prevented through commitment to physical activity and a balanced diet. She cautioned against risks which may lead to a deterioration in the health, calling for a periodic examination available in primary health care centers, hospitals and the University Medical Center at the Arabian Gulf University.