Delegate: Nithin Mammazhiyil Raj, Anesthesia Technology Department ,Gulf Medical University
Affiliation: Gulf Medical University , Ajman , UAE
Short Bio: The Anesthesia Technology Department at the College of Health Sciences, Gulf
Medical University (GMU), organized a World Sleep Day celebration and two days
awareness program on March 14 th and 15th, as part of their ongoing commitment to
community engagement. This annual event, recognized worldwide by the World Sleep
Society, marks the fourth consecutive year that GMU has successfully organized the
initiative in partnership with Thumbay University Hospital, their teaching hospital,
drawing more than 20 students eager to participate and raise awareness about the
importance of healthy sleep habits.
Activity: World Sleep Day serves as an important platform to raise awareness about the significance of sleep and its impact on overall health and well-being. Celebrated annually under a specific theme, this years focus is on ‘ Make sleep health a Priority; It highlights the need to provide every individual with access to quality sleep, irrespective of their circumstances, emphasizing the importance of addressing disparities and creating a world where everyone can enjoy the benefits of optimal sleep health. Through this initiative, GMUs Anesthesia Technology Department aims to educate the patients and the overall community about the detrimental effects of sleep disorders.
Anesthesia Technology students played a crucial role in educating the visitors and patients of Thumbay University Hospital about health issues through informative sessions (Quiz), interactive displays, and engaging conversations, thus, promoting well-being within the local community through their knowledge and passion.
The event featured a range of activities, including informative sessions, interactive discussions, and awareness campaigns, designed to provide participants with valuable insights into sleep health. Experts from Gulf Medical Universitys Anesthesia Technology Department and Thumbay University Hospital shared their knowledge and expertise, offering practical tips for improving sleep quality and addressing common sleep-related issues. We are the only one institution conducted World sleep Day awareness programme consistently for the past four years in UAE and the middle east region.
Location: AJMAN,
Date of Activity: MARCH 14 and MARCH 15
Submitted by: Nithin Mammazhiyil Raj
