World Breastfeeding Week is an international event that falls annually between 1 August and 7 August. Like many other global health organisations, local health authorities like the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) are marking the occasion. So, what is this year’s event about, and how can parents and expectant parents in Qatar get support with breastfeeding? The 2022 CampaignAccording to the World Breastfeeding Week website, this year’s campaign is about educating governments, healthcare organisations, workplaces, and communities about the importance of breastfeeding and their roles in encouraging the practice and making it more accessible. Its motto is “Step up for…
Author: Tesneem Ayoub
The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) recently launched a social media campaign to mark skin cancer awareness month. The health body has been sharing posters on its social media platforms urging the public to recognise the signs and symptoms of the disease. Here’s what we have learnt about it so far. What Is Skin Cancer?According to the Mayo Clinic, skin cancer is an abnormal growth of cells on the skin. This cancer often—but not always—happens due to sun exposure. So, the parts of the body that are most frequently affected are the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, legs, and scalp.…
The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) launched a campaign on Tuesday to mark World Food Safety Day, an awareness day created by the World Health Organization (WHO) to highlight the importance of safe food practices and help prevent foodborne illnesses. It falls each year on 7 June, and this year’s slogan was “safer food, better health”. Why Does This Matter?According to the WHO, 1 in 10 people worldwide develops a foodborne illness each year, and there are over 200 diseases caused by eating food contaminated by viruses, bacteria, or even chemical residues. While many of those cases are mild and…
Maktaba Children’s Library has announced that it will be collaborating with StemXplorers to hold a six-week camp for children ages four to 12. The programme is set to be packed with STEM, art, and cooking activities.Camp ScheduleThe camp will run every weekday from 26 June to 11 August, 9 am to 1 pm, except during the Eid Al Adha holidays. The schedule will be as follows:• 26 June to 30 June: Cooking Camp• 3 July to 7 July: Around the World in 5 Days• 10 July to 14 July: Eid Al Adha break• 17 July to 21 July: Art Camp•…
The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) has planned a series of events each Saturday for its “Family Saturday” programme, which will continue throughout May. They are all free to attend and will be taking place within the museum. Here is the summary. A Walk in the Rain with a BrainChildren ages five to 11 are invited to join in on a storytelling session of A Walk in the Rain with a Brain, which tells the story of Lucy and a brain called Fred. Fred helps Lucy discover her abilities and talents by teaching her how to learn and play as…
Qatar Tourism (QT) announced that the Doha Corniche will be the centre of bustling Eid celebrations between 03 May 2022 and 05 May 2022. The three-day festival, known as Eid in Qatar, will include a variety of activities suitable for all age groups, including the region’s first giant balloon parade. Events ScheduleAccording to QT’s website, visitqatar.com, the festivities will continue each day between 4 pm and 11 pm. Visitors will be free to roam and sample food and beverage kiosks and enjoy carnival games at almost any time during the event. However, highlights like the balloon parade, fireworks show, and…
The Ministry of Municipality announced earlier this week that Rawdat Al Park has opened to the public after extensive renovations. The park, located near Doha’s centre, is one of the city’s largest and oldest green spaces, boasting 140,000 square metres.According to The Ministry, the park has a long-standing place in the hearts of locals and expats alike. It also contains 1,600 trees, some over a decade old, making it an integral part of Doha’s cultural and environmental history.Family-friendly FeaturesThe park’s facilities make it accessible to several age groups. It contains two play areas, one for children ages two to five…
The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) and Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) have recently launched a TDaP vaccination campaign on their social media channels. The campaign aims to get students in years ten and 11 up to date with the vaccine, which protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (commonly known as “whooping cough”). Why is this Important?The US-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis to be serious illnesses that can be life-threatening. Tetanus bacteria can enter the body through cuts and wounds and affect the nervous system, leading the muscles around the body to spasm…
Qatar Reads’ ongoing One Book, One Doha campaign launched earlier this month and is expected to continue until 26th March 2022. Readers across Qatar of all ages and nationalities are invited to join in by grabbing a copy of this year’s pick, Kalila wa Dimna by Abdullah Ibn al-Muqaffa, and participating in events based on the book. What is One Book, One Doha?One Book, One Doha is a nationwide campaign by Qatar Reads that aims to bring people together by celebrating and rediscovering classic works of Arabic literature. The Ministry of Culture and Qatar National Library (QNL) have partnered with…
Qatar National Child Passenger Safety Program, also known as “Ghalai”, opened its second car seat checking station at Sidra Medicine this Tuesday. The station, located in the basement parking of the main hospital (Tower A), is run by certified child passenger safety technicians. Parents and caregivers visiting the station can learn about the benefits of car seats and how to select the best car seat to suit their child’s needs. According to Qatar News Agency, the station was opened by Sheikh Dr Mohammed bin Hamad Al-Thani, director of the Public Health Department at the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH).BackgroundGhalai was…