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Kuwait Times
10-07-2025
- Health
- Kuwait Times
MoH launches campaign to promote health amid climate change
KUWAIT: Kuwait Ministry of Health launched on Thursday a summer awareness campaign titled "Enhance Your Health with Climate Change" under the patronage of Minister Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi and in collaboration with The Promenade Mall. The campaign aims to educate the public about the health impacts of climate change and promote environmental preservation and public health. Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Dr. Al-Munther Al-Hasawi emphasized that climate change is now a lived reality, with rising global temperatures. A national committee, including representatives from various state bodies, is working on policies to adapt to climate change and reduce its health effects, he added. Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Dr. Al-Munther Al-Hasawi Director of the Health Promotion Department Dr. Abeer Al-Baho explained that the campaign focuses on raising awareness about heat-related illnesses, air pollution, and their impact on health. It encourages healthy behaviors and highlights the link between environmental and human health through workshops, lectures, and interactive activities, Al-Baho said. The initiative also addresses broader health threats such as infectious and chronic diseases, and promotes eco-friendly practices and partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations to unify efforts against climate-related health issues. Representing Abdullah Al-Othman Endowment Adnan Al-Othman, which collaborated in the campaign through Promenade, stressed the importance of such initiatives in educating the public, especially youth and parents, about the strong connection between climate and health. He added that tackling climate change requires not just technical or environmental solutions, but also a strong focus on public education and engagement, particularly targeting youth to encourage sustainable practices and mitigate long-term health and developmental risks.
Arab Times
10-07-2025
- Health
- Arab Times
MoH launches 'Strengthen Your Health with Climate Change' campaign
KUWAIT CITY, July 10: The Ministry of Health (MoH) officially launched on Thursday a summer awareness campaign titled 'Strengthen Your Health with Climate Change,' aimed at educating the public about the health impacts of climate change and promoting environmental preservation. The campaign, held under the patronage of Health Minister Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi and in cooperation with The Promenade Mall, will run throughout the summer. Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health, Dr. Munther Al-Hasawi, emphasized the tangible reality of climate change, marked by rising global temperatures and their implications on health. He noted the formation of a national committee that includes representatives from multiple state agencies tasked with developing policies to adapt to climate change and reduce its negative health effects. This committee also contributes to Kuwait's national health adaptation plan in partnership with the Environment Public Authority. Dr. Abeer Al-Bahou, Director of the Health Promotion Department, outlined the campaign's focus on raising awareness of heat-related illnesses, air pollution, and their impact on public health. The initiative includes workshops, lectures, and interactive activities designed to encourage healthy behaviors and highlight the crucial link between environmental conditions and human health. She stressed the importance of building resilient health systems capable of addressing climate change challenges while protecting both people and the environment. The campaign also covers broader health threats linked to climate shifts, such as the rise in infectious and chronic diseases, changing rainfall patterns, and the effects of rising sea levels on coastal communities. The Ministry continues to prioritize public education on protecting health from extreme heat and outdoor air pollution, including preventive measures against sunstroke. Adnan Al-Othman, representing the Abdullah Al-Othman Endowment, which supports the campaign through the Promenade collaboration, highlighted the vital role of public education in addressing climate change. He stressed that raising awareness, especially among youth and parents, is essential to promoting sustainable practices and mitigating long-term health and developmental risks. Al-Othman pointed out that effective climate action requires not only technical solutions but also widespread community engagement to foster behavior change. The Ministry of Health's campaign underscores Kuwait's commitment to safeguarding public health amid environmental challenges by uniting governmental efforts, private sector partnerships, and community involvement to face the evolving threats posed by climate change.
