Qatar University College of Health Sciences (QU-CHS) recently hosted the Salt Awareness Day, aiming to raise awareness about the salt content in everyday foods. 
Organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), the event was attended by CHS faculty, staff and students. 
The event featured booths by the CHS departments of Biomedical Sciences and Public Health, and a nutrition clinic where graduate dietitians were available to advise visitors on the salt content in their daily diet, as well as interactive games and displays of hidden salts in local food products. 
Representatives from the MoPH distributed brochures on salt content. 
CHS dean and Biomedical Research Centre director Prof Asma al-Thani said, “We are honoured to collaborate with the Ministry of Public Health for such an important health initiative that aligns with the World Salt Awareness Week. Educating the community about the benefits and dangers of salt intake is part of healthcare practitioners’ role within the community.”
CHS Human Nutrition Department head Dr Tahra El-Obeid noted, “Having our students organise and participate in such an event helps apply the practical aspect of their learning. This event helps increase consumer awareness about salt content in their diet and its relationship to health.”
Student and event organiser Amna al-Ibrahim added, “The event aimed to raise awareness about salt consumption and its consequences on health, as well as provide individuals with tips to reduce salt intake. It had a high turnout and the attendees seemed pleased with the interactive activities and education materials provided to them.”


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