Al-Ahsa Health launches "Know Your Lifestyle" initiative to prevent diseases
In a move aimed at enhancing community health awareness, the Ministry of Health branch in Al-Ahsa Governorate launched a unique awareness initiative under the slogan "Know Your Lifestyle?" at its headquarters. This initiative aims to empower all members of society with the necessary knowledge and practical tools to improve their quality of life and reduce the risk of chronic diseases through a "behavior modification" strategy and changes in daily habits.
In line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 and the Quality of Life Program
This initiative is part of the Ministry of Health's comprehensive strategy and aligns with the goals of Vision 2030, specifically the Quality of Life Program, which aims to empower citizens and residents to adopt healthy lifestyles. Within the framework of the Health Transformation Program, the Ministry is working to shift the prevailing concept of healthcare from a focus on "treatment" to one of "primary prevention," recognizing it as the first line of defense in strengthening community immunity and reducing the incidence of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
The initiative's pillars: nutrition, movement, and mental health
Through this educational initiative, Al-Ahsa Health Affairs aims to empower individuals to adopt smart health choices and sustainable daily habits that promote physical and mental well-being. The events witnessed broad community participation and significant engagement, with the discussions focusing on several key points:
- Nutrition education: Introducing participants to the basics of healthy, balanced nutrition, how to read food labels, and choosing healthy alternatives as a first line of defense against obesity and diabetes.
- Physical activity: Raising awareness of the importance of regular exercise, and the role of physical activity in improving body efficiency, burning calories, and strengthening the heart muscle.
- Mental health: Highlighting mechanisms for promoting emotional stability and managing life's stresses, given their direct impact on physical health.
The importance of behavior modification in disease prevention
The program organizers dedicated a significant portion to raising awareness about the importance of quitting harmful habits such as smoking, staying up late, and a sedentary lifestyle, which deplete the body's energy and lead to serious health complications. Experts emphasize that modifying human behavior is the most important factor in preventing chronic diseases (such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease), as global studies indicate that a healthy lifestyle can prevent a large percentage of these diseases before they develop.
Sustainable economic and health impact
During the presentation, specialists emphasized the importance of adhering to regular medical checkups for the early detection of illnesses and maintaining a regular sleep schedule to ensure physical recovery. The ministry branch confirmed that this initiative is part of an ongoing series of awareness programs aimed at building a strong preventative culture among the residents of Al-Ahsa Governorate.
This strategic direction comes in pursuit of improving the quality of life of citizens, and reducing the burden of treatment and operational costs on the national health system in the long term, which contributes to creating a vibrant and productive society free from diseases.
