Biomedical Sciences Students Raise Awareness on Seasonal Allergies at Hawler Educational Academy in Erbil

On Monday, February 17, 2025, students from the Biomedical Sciences Department conducted an awareness seminar at Hawler Educational Academy in Erbil. The seminar, titled Seasonal Allergies, was organized by the Biomedical Sciences Department to educate school students about the causes, prevention, and management of seasonal allergies.

The students were warmly received by Mr. Shakhawan Omar Rasul, the school director, and Mrs. Rezhin Marwf, the assistant director. The seminar was held in the school meeting hall in the presence of esteemed teachers and students.

During the seminar, the students provided valuable insights into the different types of seasonal allergies, emphasizing preventive measures, particularly during winter and the approaching spring season, when allergy cases tend to rise. Additionally, they discussed effective protection strategies and recommended preventive measures such as wearing masks and maintaining proper hygiene to reduce the risk of allergies and seasonal infections, including the flu.

At the end of the seminar, they distributed masks and sanitizing wipes among the attendees. They also engaged the school students in practical demonstrations, including basic health tests such as blood pressure measurement and blood grouping.

Overall, the school students gained essential knowledge on allergy prevention and were able to distinguish between allergic reactions and infections. This initiative enhanced their awareness of personal health and hygiene.

Mr. Shakhawan expressed his gratitude to the Biomedical Sciences Department students for their efforts. They later extended their appreciation to him on behalf of their department.