Health Education on Non-Communicable Diseases and Healthy Lifestyle during Manyara Tanzanite Marathon
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TLDR
- The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Manyara Regional Medical Office, provided health education on healthy lifestyles and non-communicable diseases during the Manyara Tanzanite Marathon.
- The campaign, titled 'Know Your Numbers', encouraged citizens to understand their health status through various tests, including height and weight measurements.
- George Bajuta, the Chairman of the Hanang District Council, praised the free health services and education provided at the marathon, calling it an important opportunity for citizens.
- Thobias Gitiyanga, a local councilor, emphasized the need for citizens to develop a culture of regular health check-ups instead of waiting for health issues to arise.
- The marathon aims to contribute to the construction of a facility for premature infants and the purchase of essential medical equipment.