Ministry of Health Organizes Awareness Events for Arab Health Day 2026
Kuwait, Sept 7 (KUNA) — The Ministry of Health today organized a series of events aimed at enhancing health and nutrition awareness and consolidating the concept of integrated healthcare, in observance of Arab Health Day 2026, held under the slogan “Towards a Long Life and Sustainable Quality of Life.”
In a press release, the ministry said that the Social Health Department, in collaboration with social services departments, organized awareness activities at Al Jahra Hospital, Al Amiri Hospital, and the Physical Medicine and Health Rehabilitation Hospital. Meanwhile, the Nutrition and Feeding Department held its event at Al Jahra Hospital in cooperation with the hospital’s Nutrition and Feeding Department.
It noted that these activities reflect the ministry’s commitment to raising health and nutrition awareness, supporting the concept of integrated healthcare, and continuing efforts to empower members of society to enjoy longer, healthier, and higher-quality lives.
According to the statement, Dr. Hamid Ghaloom, Director of the Social Health Department at the ministry, explained that the concept of health extends beyond physical well-being to encompass psychological and social dimensions. He highlighted the importance of the role of medical social services in supporting patients and their families, and in strengthening comprehensive healthcare that prioritizes patients’ needs and quality of life.
He added that Arab Health Day serves as an occasion to promote sustainable health culture, strengthen cooperation among various medical and social professionals, and reinforce the role of social workers as key elements in enhancing the quality of health services.
For her part, Dr. Hessa Ayad from the Nutrition and Feeding Department emphasized, according to the statement, the importance of proper nutrition in supporting health, preventing diseases, and maintaining quality of life at all life stages, particularly in old age. She noted that adopting a healthy and balanced lifestyle contributes to enhancing health and the ability to enjoy an active and sustainable life.
The events included a number of activities and awareness guidance related to balanced healthy nutrition, prevention of chronic diseases, and the importance of caring for physical, psychological, and social aspects, all of which contribute to enhancing health and quality of life. (End) M.N.M./A.M.H.
