Locals encouraged to get on the fast track of healthy living

2011-09-21 12:33:42 by

Residents of St. Kitts and Nevis are being encouraged to get on the fast-track of healthy lifestyles, by taking part in the activities taking place in commemoration of Caribbean Wellness Day. While Caribbean Wellness Day takes place Saturday, September 10th, activities will run from the mentioned date to Saturday, September 17th.They will be carried out under the theme: ?Love that Body, From Local to Global.?
Coordinator for Non Communicable Disease (NCD) at the Ministry of Health, Petrunella Edwards informed the St. Kitts and Nevis Information Service that the activities are designed to encourage individuals to lead healthier lifestyles, including improving one?s diet and undertaking physical activity.
Local Caribbean Wellness Activities, include the Caribbean Wellness Day Message by Minister responsible for Health Honorable Marcella Liburd on Saturday, September 10th, along with Church Health Ministry encouraging congregations to engage in health promoting activities.
Sunday, September 11 Church Health Ministry continues and Monday is National Fruit Day when residents are encouraged to enjoy snacks of fruit at work and school.
Tuesday and Wednesday is the Multi-Sectoral Consultation which has the objective of developing a National Action Plan to deal with the challenges brought about by NCDs.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the various screenings, that will take place on Thursday during the National Health Testing Day at Independence Square starting at 9:00 am. Screenings include those for diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol and HIV.

Source:www.sknvibes.com