Health Ministry Launches Outdoor Programme On Healthy Life

Bandar Seri Begawan – The Ministry of Health, in cooperation with Mukim Sengkurong, launched an outdoor programme on the way to a healthy life at the Jerudong Park Amphitheatre yesterday.

The programme is expected to encourage people to do exercise and sports activities which can help lower the risk of having infectious diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. It is also intended to help control cholesterol level in the blood, prevent and control high blood pressure, increase energy and also curb stress and depression.

The main activity was a walkathon which covered the roadside around the Jerudong Amusement Park.

Awang Sabali, Director of Immigration and National Registration, led the walkathon.

Attention at the exercise session was drawn towards the oldest man and woman living in Mukim Sengkurong. They received awards for their longevity.

The oldest man alive is Haji Asmat Bin Jabih, who is 95 yearsold, from Kampong Lugu. The oldest woman is Hajah Timbang Bin Haji Dollah, who is 96 years old and lives in Kampong Katimahar.

The other activities included a colouring contest for children.

An exhibition of posters on health awareness was also held. It was participated in by both the government agencies and the private sector.

Apart from that, the participants and guests had the opportunity to have their height and weight measurements taken, to determine whether they are overweight or otherwise. -- Courtesy of Radio Television Brunei 

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