Public Health and Social Welfare Week in the Regional Unit of Xanthi concluded successfully, with a series of activities and events aimed at raising awareness, informing the public and improving public health.
The programme was delivered by #enaevents, the service of ena Development Consultants that designs and delivers informative, educational and scientific events and conferences, in person, hybrid and remote.
Public Health Week:
Monday, 11 November 2024
The activities began in the village of Melissa in the Municipality of Topeiros, where residents were informed about environmental hygiene and infectious diseases. At the same time, invitations were handed out for Friday’s conference. This activity made the ideal start, raising awareness in the local community.
Tuesday, 12 November 2024
A one-day conference on domestic violence and home care, focusing on patients’ carers, was held in the Amphitheatre of the General Hospital of Xanthi. Meanwhile, at the School of Engineering, a one-day conference on bone marrow donation brought students together and raised public awareness through the ShareLife initiative.
Wednesday, 13 November 2024
The EODY mobile unit visited the Kimmeria University Campus and Xanthi’s Central Square, offering free and anonymous rapid tests for HIV, hepatitis and syphilis. In the afternoon, an event focusing on Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome was held at the Sminthi Lower Secondary School. Important talks by specialist pulmonologists highlighted the importance of prevention and information.
Thursday, 14 November 2024
Thursday was devoted to raising awareness of disability, with hands-on activities and workshops on Braille and on everyday living skills. In the afternoon, an awards ceremony for Paralympians and athletes with disabilities underlined the power of sport as a means of inclusion and motivation.
Friday, 15 November 2024
The one-day conference “Climate change and infectious diseases” in the Municipality of Topeiros highlighted the challenges of our time and the consequences of climate change for public health. Scientists and academics shared their views, offering solutions for society’s adaptation.
Saturday, 16 November 2024
The “A healthy mind in a healthy body” activity brought young and old closer to sport, while in the afternoon the talk on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) drew the interest of parents and teachers.
Sunday, 17 November 2024
The week ended in the most pleasant way: a walk through the old town of Xanthi and along the Path of Life, in collaboration with the Xanthi Mountaineering Club. Nature, exercise and the interaction between participants showed the importance of physical and mental health.
The success of this week strengthens the commitment of the Region and #enaevents to keep offering activities with a positive social impact.