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Monday, April 15, 2013

World Health Day observed in Lyari

Staff Report

KARACHI: A majority of people in Lyari suffer from hypertension and other ailments due to lack of cleanliness, good health and proper nourishment. It is imperative that they understand the magnitude of good health and intake things in limited quantities.
Lyari Resources Centre Chairperson Habib Hasan expressed these views, while addressing a gathering on the occasion of World Health Day 2013 organised by Right To Play (RTP).
The purpose of the celebration was to understand the growing cases of hypertension in the city and create awareness amongst people and youth of the importance of living a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
It also shed information on how RTP programme focused on contributing towards the holistic development of children and youth, with health and hygiene being one of the most important components of growth.
The play day witnessed active participation of young students from government schools based in Lyari Town, Trainers from Karachi Youth Initiative (KYI) and others.
The activities led by KYI and RTP trainers falling under RTP’s Green Ball Resource, focused solely on health activities. It was followed by interesting role plays performed by young students and trainers on ‘Clean Hands’ and ‘Fighting Diseases’ with an underlying theme on the importance of keeping clean.
Dr Sabrunnisa, an eminent doctor of Lyari Town shared her concerns on the dangers of high blood pressure and captured the audience’s attention.
The running MPA from Lyari Town, Samiya Naz appreciated the program being held in the area and was extremely happy to see participation of youth from Korangi and Sultanabad.
She said, “A lot of unconstructive propaganda has been done regarding Lyari, but the true picture and positive attributes of the area have not yet been depicted. We have doctors, engineers, social workers and a large cohort of youth who are here to become change agents of tomorrow.”
The Provincial Program Coordinator of RTP, Ratan Salem said, “We believe in creating a safer and healthy world for all children and youth from different walks of life. We will do so by developing important life skills, including respect, cooperation, teambuilding and confidence in them.” The play day ended on a high note with participants and trainers joining in a cultural dance. Habib Hasan and Chief Guest Samiya Naz distributed certificates of participation among the students of government schools at the end of the ceremony.

Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk

 

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