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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Ministry of Public Health, alongside Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and the Primary health Care Corporation (PHCC) have organised a series of special events Tuesday to mark Qatar National Sport Day at Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City.
In addition to various activities, there was a walkathon to commemorate the occasion, with the participation of HE the Minister of Public Health Mansoor bin Ebrahim al-Mahmoud. Several senior officials and employees from the healthcare sector also took part in the activities.
HE al-Mahmoud emphasised the great significance of National Sport Day, which reflects the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, in prioritising the health of Qatari community. Dedicating a day to sport fosters a culture of health and well-being, making physical activity a natural part of everyday life.
"National Sport Day also aligns with our national strategies and Qatar National Vision. The National Health Strategy prioritises improving population health and well-being by fostering a shift in behaviours towards greater health awareness. "This directly supports the objectives of Qatar's Third National Development Strategy, particularly the goal of increasing the proportion of adults engaging in at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week to 79% for men and 70% for women. "Achieving these targets contributes to Qatar National Vision 2030, which aspires to enhance the health of the Qatari community and ensure a long, healthy life for both present and future generations.”
HE the Minister of Public Health further highlighted that regular physical activity, at the recommended levels, enhances quality of life and helps prevent diseases. He urged all members of the community to prioritise sports and make it a way of life for better health for all.
Healthcare sector employees and their families participated in a wide range of sporting, recreational, and educational activities, including marathon races, fitness games, children's obstacle courses, mini-golf, archery, basketball, target shooting, tug-of-war, sack races, three-legged races, an escape room challenge, table football, table tennis, and many more.
HMC director general Mohammed bin Khalifa al-Suwaidi, said:“National Sport Day represents an opportunity to promote a culture of sport within our society and to support the health of individuals and the community as a whole.
“At HMC, we believe in the vital role of sport in improving quality of life and strengthening the immune system to reduce chronic diseases. We are always committed to supporting the health of all those participating in sports activities.
"National Sport Day is also an opportunity to foster collaboration between the healthcare and sports sectors, and we are honoured to be part of this initiative, which reflects Qatar's forward-looking vision of building a healthy society founded on physical activity and overall well-being.”
Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) managing director Dr Mariam Ali Abdul Malik, stated:“National Sport Day is an opportunity to raise health awareness on the importance of sports and physical activity for all members of the community, in accordance with the recommended levels for each age group.
“At the PHCC, we offer a wide range of preventive programmes for the community, including wellness services at our health centres. These initiatives are designed to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and empower them to make informed lifestyle choices. The National Sport Day represents a noble initiative that supports the achievement of our health goals.”

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