Sharjah Directorate of Human Resources, represented by the Office of Events and Activities, organised a health educational event, on the occasion of World Health Day, with the participation of several entities and companies, members of Waffer programme that provides discounts to Sharjah government employees.
The event was organised in two groups, the first was held at the headquarters of the Directorate in Al-Liya and the second at the headquarters of Sharjah Airport Authority, in the presence of officials and employees from both entities.
The event was organised to raise awareness as well as the community health culture in the Emirate of Sharjah. It hosted medical staff from several health and medical entities as well as health and therapeutic centres, namely: Mezna Healthcare Centre for Aerofedia, Sama Al Sham Dental Clinic, Elixir Clinic, Canadian Medical Centre and Plastic Surgery, Integrated Nutrition Restaurant, Health and Shifa’a Hospital Day Care Surgery, Medical Guide Centre, Maven Spa, NMC Healthcare and Toronto Star Bodybuilding.
They conducted medical tests for the employees, such as blood sugar test, blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass ratio and other medical tests. Nutritionists had also provided medical advice on healthy food. The event was well attended by the employees who benefited from the information, tests and consultations provided.
The Directorate celebrates World Health Day as it emphasises on its interest in the health of the employees of Sharjah government, consolidating excellence in healthcare as a fundamental principle to achieve development and progress in communities.
It also organises such events at its headquarters given their direct impact that increases health awareness among employees and adopts a healthy and sound lifestyle.