How to keep your heart healthy and happy

Khaleej Times: https://www.khaleejtimes.com/health/wknd-conversations-how-to-keep-your-heart-healthy-and-happy

The recent edition of wknd. conversations, in partnership with Fakeeh University Hospital, gathered medical professionals, survivors and fitness experts ahead of World Heart Day, to spotlight the importance of nurturing a healthy heart. The event that took place on September 29 aimed to raise awareness on how matters of heart are no longer restricted to a certain age category and why people as young as in their 20s should pay heed to this cause.

Before the panel discussions, Bhawana Sahu, marketing manager, Fakeeh University Hospital, addressed the audience members to introduce the medical facility’s new healthcare initiative, keeping in line with its ‘Made for Dubai’ care provision focused on three strong pillars: Technology-based care, healing environment, and academic-driven approach.

The responsibility towards educating the youth about the importance of health lies heavily on adults, mentioned Tam. “Especially now that children use social media a lot, we must find ways to reach them and raise awareness about these lifestyle concerns. We can use this to our advantage by asking influential social media stars who our children watch daily, to promote this way of life,” he added.

To this, Dr Eltom added, “I can’t stress on the importance of education enough. You have to educate yourself about diet and exercise. Everyone has a specific dietary requirement, which is dictated by your gender, age, height amid other factors. You have to be aware of these aspects and start from there,” said the cardiologist. “It’s very important to get professional guidance before you start any sort of fitness regime. You can’t start straining your body from the start, lifting heavy weights. You need to build the strength over time,” added Suhan.

The event was concluded with a closing note by Dr Fatih Mehmet Gul, CEO Fakeeh University Hospital, followed by lunch that was served at Fakeeh University Hospital dining hall. The guests went home with a Dh300 voucher for heart screening to be availed at the medical facility.