During the period under review, the Directorate of Students’ Services at Mbeya Campus organized an awareness Non-Communicable Diseases. The seminar was held on 13th June 2025. The Seminar facilitated by Dr.Michael Mwagala from Mbeya referral hospital. A total of 40 students attended the seminar. The main goal of the seminar was to instill a culture of preventive health and wellness among students, equipping them to lead healthier lives now and in the future.
Among other issues discussed were: -
- Educate students about the causes, prevention, and management of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cancer, and heart diseases.
- Raise awareness of the impact of lifestyle choices—including diet, physical activity, smoking, and alcohol consumption—on long-term health.
- Promote healthy behaviors and early detection practices among students to reduce the risk of developing NCDs.
- Empower students with knowledge that enables them to make informed health decisions and serve as ambassadors of wellness within their communities.
