Exceptional Initiative on the Anti-Obesity Day

As part of its social responsibility towards community, the Unit of Community Service at the College of Science in Zulfi organized an activity in conjunction with the ‘Anti-Obesity Day’ in collaboration with some public sectors and sports associations. The activity took place in the walking track in Yamamah district for male and for female in Al-Duwaihi Resort and Museum.
The male program began a group walk followed by a lecture about the risks of obesity in collaboration with Zulfi Public Hospital.
Mr.Abdelateef Al-Da’afas, a bicyclist in Zulfi, shared his experience of fighting obesity and how his weigh dropped from 104 to 80.
The Head of Walkers Association in Zulfi, Mr. Abdullah Al-Qasha’ami, talked about health and walking.
A similar program was held for female which began by a lecture delivered by Dr. Randa about the risks of obesity and how to fight it.
A group of the college students with the help of faculty members Measured pressure, sugar, weight, height and mass measurement for visitors.
Dr. Amani from the Chemistry Department then talked about the basic principles of nutrition.
Some useful exercises that will encourage children to move and have fun were shown.
Participants who made this event successful were honored.