Seha encourages people to embrace healthy lifestyle

  • Date: 21-Sep-2020
  • Source: Emirates Business
  • Sector:Healthcare
  • Country:UAE
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Seha encourages people to embrace healthy lifestyle

Abu Dhabi / WAMThe Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (Seha) is encouraging the community to embrace a healthy lifestyle amidst the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic by following a balanced diet, drinking sufficient water, exercising, and sleeping adequately to maintain overall health, including mental wellbeing. Dr Anne Elzein Omara, Consultant Psychiatrist, Al Ain Hospital, said, “It is imperative that we understand the virus and are aware of its movement and symptoms. Knowing what we are facing helps keep us calm and encourages us to think rationally instead of being easily swayed by rumors and fake news. We have to continuously remind ourselves that this situation is temporary, and we will come out of it.” Dr. Omara's advice is part of SEHA's psychological social support programme developed especially for the community during the