Department of Medical Biochemical Analysis Students Deliver a Health Awareness Seminar at Amedi School
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, a group of fourth-year students from the Department of Medical Biochemical Analysis at Cihan University–Erbil visited Amedi Mixed Basic School to deliver a health awareness seminar under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Hawre Fattih Sami.
The visit aimed to promote health awareness among schoolchildren. Upon arrival, the students were warmly received by Mr. Salar Mohammed Shekhani, the school administration supervisor.
During the first part of the seminar, student Sawa Bahram Bahjat discussed the importance of personal hygiene and proper handwashing. She emphasized that washing hands with soap and water, particularly before eating and after using the toilet, plays a vital role in protecting children’s health.
Next, student Rahail Mohammed Ali explained how proper hand hygiene helps prevent the spread of germs and communicable diseases. She also highlighted the importance of following health recommendations and washing hands correctly to reduce the risk of infection.
Student Barham Saad Abdulrahman then discussed the importance of adopting healthy daily habits to protect individual and community health. Particular emphasis was placed on maintaining good personal hygiene and reducing the risk of disease transmission within the school environment.
Student Dalia Dasful Ismail addressed the importance of going to bed early and maintaining a regular sleep schedule. She explained how adequate sleep affects children’s physical and mental health, as well as their daily activities.
She emphasized that regular sleep supports healthy growth, improves alertness, and helps students concentrate and understand their lessons more effectively.
At the end of the seminar, the university students engaged in an open discussion with the schoolchildren, followed by a question-and-answer session.
The schoolchildren had the opportunity to ask questions about the topics presented and receive answers from the university students. The activity helped promote health awareness among schoolchildren and strengthen cooperation between Cihan University–Erbil and Amedi Mixed Basic School.
