A unique sports event to raise awareness about importance of healthy, active living post transplant
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, December 14th 2012 [ME NewsWire]
More than 150 organ transplant donors and beneficiaries from 23 countries across the Middle East are competing at the Armed Forces Offices Club for the 4th Middle East Transplant Games (METG).
Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, the Supreme Chairperson of Family Development, the Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, the Chairwoman of the Council of Motherhood and Childhood and the President of the Family Development Foundation, METG, the largest sports gathering of organ transplant donors and beneficiaries, aims to raise public awareness about the importance of a healthy and active living post-transplant. By competing in a variety of sport disciplines such as running, swimming, table tennis and bowling, participating organ transplant donors and those who have received an organ hope to showcase not just their athletic skills, but also educate the public the benefits of an active lifestyle.
"This year METG marks two important milestones. The event is being staged in Abu Dhabi for the first time, a testament to the unwavering commitment of the UAE’s capital in promoting healthy living amongst nationals and residents, and, equally important, the games will witness participation of women, which will be another first for the region. In addition to exciting athletic competitions and activities, families can look forward to participate in a fun filled weekend with face painting, bouncy castle and other children’s games.” said Dr. Ali Al Obaidli, the Executive Director of the Medical Affairs Division in SEHA and President of the Congressof 13th Congress of the Middle East Society for Organ Transplantation.
Dr. Mohammed Hassan, Treasurer and Chair of the Transplant Gamesthanked all the sponsorsfor their overwhelming support, especially the gold sponsor, Daman Health Insurance, the first specialised health insurance company in the UAE; and the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company with the SEHA Health System. Hosting the 4th Middle East Transplant Games has been made possible by the generous support of the Armed Forces Offices Club, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.”
"Encouraging the public to adopt healthier and more pro-active lifestyle choices will require the efforts of not just one or two organisations, but the commitment of all sectors of society. We are hopeful that our message will continue to reverberate even after the games have ended.” He added, "Though the games are targeted to transplant patients, we encourage people of all ages to be active and participate in some simple sporting activity every day. A healthy and physically active lifestyle is a habit best formed when young; nevertheless, it’s never too late to start. It is recommended that people exercise at least 30 minutes a day and the activity can be as simple as walking, running or swimming. Being physically fit reduces the risk of life style diseases such as diabetes, heart and kidney disease.”
For more information on the 13th Congress of The Middle East Society of Organ Transplantation (MESOT) and The 4th Middle East Transplant Games (METG), please visit www.mesot2012-uae.org .
About SEHA Health System and Abu Dhabi Health Services Company PJSC (SEHA):
SEHA is health in Arabic. The Abu Dhabi Health Services Company PJSC– whose marketing identity is SEHA – is an independent, public joint stock company created to develop the curative activities of the public healthcare system in Abu Dhabi. The company owns and operates all the public hospitals and clinics of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi which together make up the SEHA Health System. SEHA is committed to continuous improvement of customer care to recognized international standards and providing our customers and communities served world-class healthcare. SEHA has partnered with internationally recognized hospital managers to achieve these goals. These include Johns Hopkins Medicine International, Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Fresenius Medical Care. SEHA owns and operates 12 hospitals with 2,644 beds, more than 60 ambulatory care, family care and urgent care centers and 2 blood banks. SEHA is one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the Middle East with more than 17,000 doctors, nurses, ancillary care and administrative personnel in its employ. Visit our website at www.seha.ae .
About Daman:
Daman is the first specialized health insurance company in the United Arab Emirates. Since 2006, Daman has grown from strength to strength to become a milestone in the history of health insurance in the UAE. Daman has the largest member base in the MENA region, and that is the result of Daman’s approach to product development and offering world-class services, tailored specifically for the health insurance industry in the region.
Daman’s products are a result of industry knowledge, market research and a deep understanding of its customer’s health insurance needs. As a result, Daman offers various benefits and services schemes, policy limits and geographical coverage to its customers, both individuals and groups.
Contacts
For further detail on the information contained in this press release, please contact:
Salama Rashed Al Mazrooei
Corporate Marketing & Communication Manager - CEO Office
SEHA Health System and the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company PJSC (SEHA)
Telephone: +971 2 410 20 00
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