DHA Honours Winners of "Health and Happiness"
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) celebrated the achievements of the inaugural "Health and Happiness" competition award winners during a ceremony held at the Arab Health Congress and Exhibition at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
His Excellency Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority, underlined the crucial role of raising public awareness about health issues, promoting a culture of well-being, and strengthening preventive measures among Dubai government employees and the wider community in alignment with the authority's strategic objectives focused on disease prevention and health promotion.
Al Ketbi emphasised the inclusive nature of the "Health and Happiness" award, highlighting its role in establishing a positive competitive environment that prioritises health, physical fitness, and disease prevention. He stressed that the ultimate goal goes beyond receiving the award, aiming for active participation from all stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of health and well-being for participants and the wider community.
Extending his congratulations to the award recipients, Al Ketbi commended their prompt engagement and enthusiastic participation in the competition. He also conveyed his best wishes for success in upcoming editions to those who did not achieve success in the initial round.
Dr. Ramadan Al Blooshi, Director of the Public Health Protection Department at the DHA, provided insight into the award's criteria, which acknowledges participants who have diligently followed healthy practices and physical fitness routines. He elaborated on the objectives for this category, including raising public awareness about the significance of maintaining health and physical fitness, promoting the concept that prevention is preferable to cure within the community, and encouraging regular medical check-ups and the adoption of healthy lifestyle habits.
He highlighted that the authority will continue to organise such public health and wellbeing campaigns and initiatives to encourage community members to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
This event highlighted the DHA's continuous efforts to champion public health and wellness within the Emirate of Dubai, reinforcing its commitment to fostering a society that values and prioritises health as an integral part of its development agenda.
Dr. Al Blooshi placed emphasis on the necessity for community members to incorporate daily habits that contribute to promoting their health and overall well-being. He stressed the importance of regular medical check-ups and the adoption of healthy lifestyle habits as fundamental components in safeguarding and enhancing individual and community health.