Friday, November 24th, 2017 saw more than 400 doctors and their family members come together at Habitat School, Ajman to attend the AKMG Emirates Health Carnival, a day dedicated to Family, Fitness, Health, Well-being, Healthy Food and Fun. Members of AKMG Emirates, the largest association of expat doctors in the Gulf, took an Oath on the occasion, to follow the Ten Commandments of Healthy Living.
Health Oath administered by President Dr Hanish Babu
Coming on the heels of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, this programme underlines the need for doctors to put more focus on taking care of their own health, as embodied in the association’s President’s Theme for 2017, ‘Our Health : Our Wealth’. Increasing workload, occupational stress, prolonged sitting, poor sleep and neglect in getting periodic health check-ups can have adverse effects on physicians, their health, and their ability to provide care of the highest standard. The study by Indian Medical Association, Kerala branch that came out recently, shows that doctors in Kerala die more than a decade earlier than the general population. In the latest version of the Hippocrates Oath adopted by the World Medical Association (WMA) in October, 2017, a new clause has been introduced – “I will attend to my own health, well-being, and abilities in order to provide care of the highest standard”. Physician self-care plays a major role in improving patient care. Also, it has been widely noticed that doctors’ own family members suffer from neglect of and late diagnosis of a variety of diseases.
Putting the health of doctors and their near and dear ones on the forefront, facilities for a comprehensive screening blood test and Tumour profile
screening was provided by the reputed PHD laboratories at a very special price for doctors and their relatives.
There was an array of awareness-raising and rewarding activities and competitions on the day, with the focus on Healthy Lifestyle for the whole family.
President released an “In Case of Emergency” (ICE) Card by giving the first copy to Dr Vineeth Zackaria, who initiated the idea.
A Healthy Cooking Contest for ladies followed by a Cookery show conducted by a Doctor-cum-Chef Dr Rajul Matkar, put across the message of a healthy diet being the mainstay of healthy living. Breakast, lunch and snacks served at the venue demonstrated that healthy can be tasty as well.
Drawing and Painting Competition
Painting, Drawing, Poster Designing, Essay writing and Elocution competitions for children of various age groups were conducted to raise awareness and stimulate interest in Healthy Lifestyle.
Yoga- stretching the unstretched!Yoga for healthZumba: Enjoyable ExerciseLaughter the Best MedicineAerobics by KidsZumba in style
Group Sessions of Yoga, Zumba, Laughter Yoga and Aerobics were attended and enjoyed by all ages.
Skill games counters added carnival atmosphere to the day.
Skill GamesSkill games enjoyed by all agesKalari the Martial Art from Kerala
An ethnic martial arts (Kalari) performance led by Dr Jamaludeen A K added colour and sizzle to the programme.
Introducing the Brexa: Breast Cancer Detection AppHealth Quiz was informative
A presentation on an innovative Breast Cancer Screening App BREXA developed by one of the members, Dr Sreekala Sreehari and a Quiz on First Aid & Healthy Living by Dr Vandana Binu kept the audience glued to their seats in the post lunch session.
Heart Saver Demo
The heart saver demo by Dr Biju Ittimani was illustrative and useful.
Sack RaceCouple Race
A mini athletic meet and a cardio challenge zone kept the crowd moving and on their feet.
AKMG Emirates, led by President Dr Hanish Babu, Secretary General Dr Chithra Shamsudheen, Treasurer Dr Feroz Gafoor and President Elect Dr George Jacob called upon the members to continue with the activities focused on self-care and awareness that has been charted for the whole year, like weekend group fitness activities, Stress Management programme, First Aid classes, Basic Life Support courses, health awareness classes for family members, yearly health check up etc.
Find out on NOVEMBER 24th, 2017, with a Comprehensive Screening Blood Panel (89 parameters) covering all organ systems.
A NEVER BEFORE, NEVER AGAIN chance to avail of a SPECIAL DISCOUNT on this Screening Test.
Only AED 250/- for 89 blood tests
Tumour Panel also available at an additional price – Male – AED 180/-, Female – AED 210/-. (Details below)
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Blood collection and a day of Fitness, Fun and Family at the AKMG HEALTH CARNIVAL, on Nov 24, Friday @ Habitat School, Ajman
Preventive Health Screening
89 Parameters: Special Price for AKMG Members: Price: AED 500 250 !
Optional Tumor Panels
Tumor panel Male – AED 180
Tumor Panel Female – AED 210
Hurry, register your Health Screen Today!
Register with your your Region Conveners. Those who have registered online, please make the payments with your Region conveners below
Online registration has closed. please register with your respective Region Conveners below: Those who have already registered, please make the payment ASAP!
Region 1 – Dr Sujatha Vinod – 0508096380– sujatha_vinod@ymail.com
To launch the AKMG Emirates President’s Theme of “Our Health: Our Wealth” , which envisages a basket of health oriented programs aimed at taking care of the well being of the doctors and their families, we are organizing a full day “Health Carnival” on Friday, November 24th, 2017 at Habitat School, Ajman.
Please download the details and registration form:
Members and their families get a chance to have a thorough Health Screening at a highly discounted rate from PHD Labs during the Health Carnival. Register with your Region Convener before Nov 24th to avail the discounted rates.
Preventive Health Screening
89 Parameters: Special Price for AKMG Members: Price: AED 500 250 !
Optional Tumor Panels
Tumor panel Male – AED 180
Tumor Panel Female – AED 210
Hurry, register your Health Screen Today!
AKMG Health Carnival Program Detail
Register before Nov 24th to avail the discounted Health Screen.:
Region 1 – Dr Sujatha Vinod – 0508096380– sujatha_vinod@ymail.com