World Health Organisation Urges Countries To Keep Clean

Bandar Seri Begawan - Brunei joined other nations worldwide celebrating the World Health Day yesterday.

This year World Health Day carries the theme "Shape the future of life, healthy environment for children."

In his message to mark the World Health Day, the Health Minister Pehin Dato Awang Haji Abu Bakar said Brunei was no exception in facing environmental health threats.

Efforts are in place to ensure Brunei continuous to enjoy safe and healthy environment in line with the World Health Day's theme.

Environmental issues include unsafe drinking water, filthy environment, air pollution, contaminated food, improper dwelling and uncontrolled garbage dumps.

The theme gives priority to the healthiness and safety of the children's life including that at playgrounds, roads, schools and homes.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates more than 5 million under 14 years old die every year due to diseases related to environment especially in developing nations.

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