First Lady: Healthy habits foster sharper minds

First Lady Sajidha Mohamed stated today that developing sharp minds and industrious hands requires instilling good habits related to diet and lifestyle in the population.

Speaking at the official launch of the national "Healthy Living, Happy Community" Preventive Healthcare campaign in K. Guraidhoo, the First Lady said that adopting good habits regarding diet and lifestyle is the key to a healthy and happy life. She also emphasized that prioritizing preventive healthcare is essential for nation-building.

"Prioritizing the health of a nation in this way is absolutely necessary for nation-building. Only then will sharp minds, industrious hands, and enthusiastic, bold, and skilled individuals be created," the First Lady remarked.

The First Lady added that a nation accustomed to good dietary and lifestyle habits will be characterized by happiness, comfort, civilization, and productivity.

Sajidha noted that Islam also encourages good dietary habits. She stated that the life of a complete Muslim is built upon physical activity, spiritual health, physical health, and mental well-being.

The "Healthy Living, Happy Community" campaign is a nationwide initiative led by the Health Protection Agency (HPA). Its goal is to protect people from the rising prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the Maldives, which are often caused by poor lifestyle and dietary habits, and to encourage the adoption of healthier routines.

HPA announced that, as part of the campaign, awards will be given to parties that excel in promoting awareness in this area.

These award categories include: