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Zawya
2 days ago
- Health
- Zawya
MoHAP and Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah complete three key phases of 14th Heat Exhaustion and Disease Prevention Campaign
The campaign covered more than 4,000 workers and employees, providing them with essential preventive support. Educational lectures were held on the risks of heat exhaustion, its symptoms, and treatment methods. Free medical consultations and health screenings. UAE, Sharjah: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), in collaboration with the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA) in Sharjah and a network of government and private sector partners, has completed three key phases of the 14th Heat Exhaustion and Disease Prevention Campaign. Running from July to August under the theme 'Your Safety is Our Priority,' the campaign coincides with the midday work ban, aiming to raise health awareness among outdoor workers and field personnel regarding the dangers of heat stress during the summer. Reaching over 4,000 workers The campaign has so far targeted more than 4,000 individuals across various sites, beginning in Sharjah City and extending to Al Hamriyah and Al Dhaid in the central region. Activities included educational lectures on the risks, symptoms, and treatments of heat stress, as well as best practices for prevention and first aid. In addition, the campaign provided free medical screenings and distributed essential preventive supplies to workers. Targeting both workers and employers The campaign's awareness activities, which run throughout the week across all regions of Sharjah, featured field visits to multiple sites. The visits focused on raising awareness among construction workers about proper health practices during the summer and equipping them with guidelines to help avoid heat stress risks. Employers in factories and construction sites were also engaged, educating them on the importance of adopting protective measures to ensure worker safety during the high-temperature season. These efforts were carried out in cooperation with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation and the Sharjah Prevention and Safety Authority. Reaching diverse segments The campaign also covered workers at fuel stations, public parks, parking facilities, and delivery services, providing them with vital information and preventive guidelines to reduce the risk of heat exhaustion. It also organized educational activities for community members, including housewives and university students, in collaboration with the Emirates Friends of Seniors' Citizens Association and Al Qasimia University in Sharjah. These activities aimed to highlight the importance of health protection during the summer, promote a culture of healthy living, and encourage participants to share the knowledge and preventive measures with domestic helpers. The campaign seeks to reach 10,000 workers as part of a comprehensive national initiative that places human well-being at the centre of community development, in line with the goals of the 'Year of Community 2025.' The campaign also supports national efforts to enhance public health and foster cross-sector partnerships to improve quality of life across Sharjah. Healthy working environment Mohammed Abdullah Al Zarooni, Director of MoHAP's Representative Office in Sharjah, stressed that the campaign is a humanitarian initiative that embodies the values of social responsibility and contributes significantly to promoting health awareness across all segments of society, particularly among outdoor labourers. He emphasized that the campaign supports government efforts to safeguard labour rights and ensure a healthy work environment, in accordance with WHO standards and the human-focused objectives of the Year of Community. Improving quality of life in Sharjah The Health Promotion Department at the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, represented by the Friends of Kidney Patients Association in Sharjah, intensified efforts to support the campaign's goal of improving quality of life and promoting public health. The campaign also focused on building a health-conscious culture that encourages positive behaviours to protect workers from heat stress. The Council's active participation highlighted the importance of unifying efforts and enhancing cooperation to ensure the campaign's success, while reaffirming the need to provide a safe and supportive work environment that honours the vital role of workers in society. Campaign Partners Partners supporting the campaign include the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, Sharjah Government Media Bureau, Sharjah Police, Emirates Health Services, Sharjah Sports Council, Labour Standards Development Authority, Sharjah Municipality, Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, Prevention and Safety Authority, Sharjah Volunteering Centre, Sharjah Coop, Sharjah Charity International, the Friends of Kidney Patients Association, Emirates Red Crescent, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), Fast Building Contracting, Al Jaber Optical, Medcare Group, Aster DM Healthcare, Burjeel Specialty Hospital, NMC Hospital, Zulekha Hospital, Life Pharmacy Group and Gaia Healthcare.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Will Oro-Medonte crack on backyard chicken bylaws?
Some residents are hoping to change a current bylaw that says resident can't keep chickens in their backyard. (File) The possibility of fresh eggs laid right in Oro-Medonte backyards will soon be sunny side up on council's plate. For over a decade, the topic of backyard chickens in residential areas has left many residents squawking with opinions. In a recent township survey, 127 responses were received to this question: 'Do you support allowing backyard chickens in additional non-agricultural zones throughout the Township and settlement areas?' Just under 56 per cent of people said yes, while roughly 44 per cent didn't crack on the idea. In 2016, staff reviewed zoning policies and presented a report recommending that up to six hens be allowed as an accessory use on smaller rural properties. This applied to lots that were not large enough to meet hobby farming or intensive agriculture. The township then permitted limited backyard chickens under specific zoning but not in general residential areas. Under the current rules for backyard chickens in Oro-Medonte, municipal law has dealt with common complaints related to noise, smelly odor and the attraction of rodents. Joanne Cooney feeding her backyard chickens. Person feeding their backyard chickens.(Supplied) The Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture (SCFA) has now weighed in. In a letter dated April 29, 2025, the organization expressed concerns about the risks these small birds may pose to commercial poultry operations. According to the SCFA, approximately 930,000 chickens are raised annually on Simcoe County farms. The organization highlighted the potential for backyard or small flocks to contribute to the spread of the avian flu and infectious laryngotracheitis in poultry. Avian flu and infectious laryngotracheitis can have significant and sometimes devastating impacts on the poultry industry, and over the past several years this has put areas of Ontario in quarantine for weeks. Despite these worries, local municipalities like Clearview Township, Parry Sound, Springwater, Newmarket and the City of Orillia have explored backyard chicken bylaws. In response to a recent motion, Oro-Medonte council has asked staff to review Orillia's backyard chicken bylaw in hopes in hopes of egging on a new approach. Orillia's permanent backyard chicken program allows for the keeping of up to four hens on properties zoned rural, residential, parkland and open space or snstitutional, and having a minimum lot area of 500-square-metres. The hens must be kept in a coop with an enclosed, outdoor run. Council directed staff to prepare a report outlining the key elements of Orillia's plan. Whether Oro-Medonte 'crosses the road to get to the other side,' is really left in council's hands. Staff will prepare a report on Wednesday outlining the key elements of Orillia's by-law, its successes, and recommendations on how a similar approach could be adapted in Oro-Medonte.
Web Release
30-05-2025
- General
- Web Release
Sharjah Ruler gifts University of Sacred Heart historical manuscript
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, presented a rare original historical manuscript to the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, Italy, in the presence, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA). The manuscript dates back to August 14 , 1624, and includes a papal decree written by Pope Urban VIII and sealed in the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome. Additionally, His Highness gifted his book 'Papal Bull' in both Arabic and English at the university's premises. In his speech, His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Rector and members of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan for their warm welcome. His Highness spoke about the manuscript he gifted to the university, which dates back to August 14 , 1624, highlighting that it is a papal decree written by Pope Urban VIII and sealed in the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore. The purpose of the decree was to raise financial assistance for the Portuguese fleet. His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah discussed the conflict between the Portuguese and the English in Hormuz, stating, 'In 1622, the Portuguese were expelled from Hormuz at the entrance to the Arabian Gulf from the Persian coast, where they had occupied it for one hundred and fifteen years, by English and Persian forces. The mission of the Portuguese leaders, along with the priests, was evangelization, whether in Hormuz, Persia, or India.' His Highness added, 'After the English expelled the Portuguese from Hormuz in Persia, King Philip of Portugal sought to retake Hormuz. However, the Portuguese government lacked the financial resources to send a military campaign for its recovery. King Philip requested financial support from the clergy, which led Pope Urban VIII to issue a papal decree to collect the necessary funds from the churches.' His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah explained that he translated and studied this decree, tracking the funds collected through the churches, which amounted to two hundred thousand cruzados, a Portuguese gold currency at the time. The goal was to build a fleet and send it to India to retake Hormuz. His Highness noted that the fleet required a special type of large ship capable of crossing oceans, which would take considerable time, along with a sailing journey from Portugal to India that would last several months. His Highness indicated that King Philip ordered the funds to be sent to India to build a local fleet there, due to the short distance between India and Hormuz. He explained that the details of this fleet and its armament are mentioned in the book 'Papal Bull ' that he authored, as well as the account of its journey to the battle site in Hormuz against the English and Dutch forces, culminating in the defeat of the Portuguese fleet. His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah received a commemorative gift from the Rector of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, which was an original 3D map of the city of Milan dating back to 1657.
The Citizen
02-05-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Fly anglers tie things up
The South Coast Fly Anglers (SCFA) recently held their annual awards ceremony hosted by Stephen and Olga Brand at their farm near Trafalgar. Prizegiving was a somewhat raucous event, with good natured heckling and harassing being the order of the day. The club thanked the various sponsors, too numerous to mention, for their invaluable contributions during the year. SCFA is a relatively small but active fly fishing and fly tying club, with members ageing from their teens to late 80s, from all backgrounds and abilities. They all share a love for 'the gentle sport' as it is referred to by some. Those who are only interested in tying flies, either as a recognised art form or for their own use, are also welcome to join the club and can attend the monthly fly tying sessions under expert guidance. Monthly club activities include a meeting on the last Thursday of the month at the Umtentweni Tennis Club. The members also enjoy one salt water and one fresh water fishing outing, plus a fly tying evening where expert instruction is given on tying the salt and fresh water fly of the month. There are regular longer outings to various salt and fresh water venues, generally in KZN, but also as far afield as the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape on the Orange River. RESULTS Most meritorious fish (international): Liam van der Merwe, with a 99cm giant trevally. Liam van der Merwe, for a permit of 68cm. Most meritorious fish (local): This was a new award, given posthumously to the late Stan Park, for his 3,1kg rainbow trout caught at Mountain Lake near Matatiele. Most prolific angler: Neil Scott recorded 135 fish caught during the year. He also walked away with the saltwater fly-tyer of the year and the freshwater fly-tyer of the year awards. Merit certificates: Liam van der Merwe for the most international species caught. His nine species included moustache trigger fish, yellow margin trigger fish, blacktip kingfish, giant kingfish, permit, bonefish and puffer fish, as well as chisel mouth and Natal yellow fish, known as the Natal scalie. John New for most local species caught. His seven species included small mouth yellowfish, rainbow trout, bass, tilapia, flagtail, thornfish and moonie. Surprisingly, wave garrick do not appear on either of these lists. Merit award: Mark Rose for his first bass caught on fly. Foul Hook trophy: Arthur Cary for capsizing his kick-boat at Sterkfontein Dam! Chris van Wyk chairman award: Brand Family for their outstanding service to the club. HAVE YOUR SAY Like the South Coast Herald's Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Sharjah 24
02-05-2025
- Health
- Sharjah 24
SCFA discusses strengthening the social and family work system
During the visit, ways to advance the social and family work system in the UAE were discussed through a strategic partnership that goes beyond traditional coordination to the stage of creating a real impact. Distinguished attendance The meeting was attended by Sheikha Jawaher bint Abdullah Al Qasimi, Director General of the Rubu' Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators; Her Excellency Moudi Al Shamsi, Head of the Family Development Department (FDD) and its Branches; Her Excellency Iman Rashid Saif, Director General of SCFA Health Promotion Department; Her Excellency Hanadi Al Yafei, Director General of the Child Safety Department; Her Excellency Mona Al Hawai, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Friends of Kidney Patients Association; and a number of representatives from the Ministry and the Council's departments. Initiatives and achievements The meeting included a review of the most important initiatives being implemented by SCFA departments and their most notable achievements, including the establishment of the Family Court, the launch of the Family Strategy in the Emirate of Sharjah, the "Kanaf" Child Protection Centre, and the Literary Association. It also highlighted the role of health-supporting associations in spreading health awareness. The importance of integration The two sides discussed ways of cooperation and emphasised the importance of integration between the local and federal sectors in the United Arab Emirates, as a fundamental pillar for strengthening work in the social sector and achieving sustainable development in society. Through integration, efforts are unified, and resources are directed strategically and effectively to support various segments of society. Sharjah: A proud model of institutional and social work Her Excellency Sana bint Mohammed Suhail explained that she was honoured to meet with the leaders of SCFA in Sharjah, where she found an outstanding model of institutional and social work that embodies the UAE's vision of empowering families and strengthening their cohesion and sustainability. Her Excellency added that cooperation with SCFA reflects the directives of the wise leadership to build strategic partnerships that advance social work to more effective and innovative horizons, and establish a new phase of coordination and integration in serving families and society. She confirmed that the Ministry of Family is committed to continuing to develop qualitative initiatives and strengthen supportive legislation and policies, which will consolidate family stability, protect the social fabric, and prepare generations capable of preserving national identity and confidently moving toward the future. The Ministry's strategic direction and national priorities Her Excellency Sana bint Mohammed Suhail also reviewed the Ministry's strategic direction, national priorities, and key implementation milestones during the first year of its establishment, as well as its qualitative initiatives. These initiatives focus on developing and implementing policies, strategies, and legislation that contribute to building stable and cohesive families, enhancing their role in sound upbringing, consolidating national identity, and disseminating positive values and behaviours in society. An integrated system of social care Her Excellency Moudi Al Shamsi stated that this visit contributes to achieving an integrated system of social care that reflects a commitment to placing people at the heart of development. This supports the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs. This cooperation contributes to having a positive impact on the lives of individuals by providing a just and socially safe environment, leading to a cohesive family and a cohesive society. Health is the foundation of societal stability Her Excellency Iman Rashid Saif explained that health is not a luxury or an option, but rather the foundation of societal stability and the focus of true empowerment for individuals and families. This partnership supports the efforts of the department and health-supporting associations, represented by the Breastfeeding Friends Association, the Diabetes Friends Association, Friends of Arthritis Patients Association, and the Kidney Patients' Friends Association, in spreading awareness and promoting daily healthy behaviours. She confirmed that cooperation will create a more aware, resilient, and resilient society that is stronger in the face of disease. An integrated protection wall around every child Her Excellency Hanadi Al Yafei emphasised the constant endeavour to build an integrated protection wall around every child, based on the Health Promotion Department goal to achieving an informed society and a safe child. The Department also believes that child protection is a societal responsibility, and through the Department mission, it seeks to raise awareness among all members of society about the importance of protecting children from neglect, abuse, and exploitation, to ensure they grow up in cohesive families that guarantee their rights and prepare them to become the leaders of tomorrow. Culture is a stronghold for protecting national identity Latifa Al Darmaki, SCFA Deputy Head of the Cultural and Media Office, said that culture is a stronghold for protecting national identity and promoting authentic family values. This cooperation aims to strengthen the presence of the Emirati family as a conscious, visionary force capable of interacting with changes with confidence without losing its roots. This is achieved through qualitative cultural projects that address all family members and instill authentic values in them. A cultural landscape reinforced by values is the cornerstone for building balanced, educated generations at peace with themselves and their society. A strategic step The visit is a strategic step that establishes a new phase of joint institutional work towards building a cohesive family community equipped with empowering tools, armed with knowledge, and fortified with values.
