Faisalabad, May 21: Lyallpur Diabetes Foundation (LDF), in collaboration with Ujala Foundation, organised a public awareness session and free health screening camp at Riphah International University, Faisalabad. The activity was supported by the Primary Care Diabetes Association (PCDA), the Pakistan Society of Internal Medicine (PSIM), and Getz Pharma. It aimed to raise awareness about obesity, healthy lifestyles, and the prevention of non-communicable diseases.

The scientific session featured lectures by Dr. Ahmad Shahzad, who delivered a talk titled “Live Lighter”, emphasising healthy lifestyle choices in preventing obesity and diabetes, and Dr. Owais Fazal, who discussed the causes, complications, and management of obesity. Speakers highlighted the growing burden of obesity and encouraged participants to adopt balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and stress management to reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

A free health screening camp offered random blood sugar (RBS) and Body Mass Index (BMI) assessments, along with nutritional counselling. A total of 177 individuals underwent BMI screening, while 144 participants received blood sugar testing. Students, faculty members, and members of the public took part. The event concluded with the distribution of shields to guest speakers and organisers. The organisers reaffirmed their commitment to community health through awareness, early screening, and preventive healthcare.