| Azaraimy HH |
THE Ministry of Health (MoH) in collaboration with the Mukim Pekan Tutong Consultative Council yesterday held a Healthy Mukim Programme for Mukim Pekan Tutong.
The programme was held to promote public awareness on health-related issues such as non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. The event was held at the Tutong District Civic Centre Complex.
Minister of Health Dato Seri Setia Dr Haji Mohammad Isham bin Haji Jaafar and his spouse, Datin Dr Hajah Noraslinah binti Haji Ramlee, attended as the guests of honour.
The event kicked-off with speeches by Mukim Pekan Tutong Acting Penghulu cum ceremony chairperson Haji Mumin bin Abdul Razak and the minister.
The ceremony continued with the launching of the programme and the presentation of appointment certificates for health ambassadors of Mukim Pekan Tutong.
Activities included a Tai Chi session, a 3km walkathon, cycling and aerobic exercises; health checks, an exhibition and a health products bazaar.
The minister and walkathon participants visited the ‘Mind Your Mind’ exhibition at the Petani Mall, before continuing their walk back to the Tutong District Civic Centre Complex.
The ‘Mind Your Mind’ event included a mental health exhibition, quizzes, personal wellness level test, open consultation with members of psychiatrist or psychologist, and colouring session.
The minister hoped the programme will not only strengthen relations between community members, but will also strengthen cooperation between government and non-governmental sectors with the public with regard to inculcating a healthier lifestyle among all.
The programme aimed to promote awareness on NCDs; highlight the services provided by hospitals and clinics; encourage the local community to live healthy by conducting regular physical exercises and eating healthy.