Dubai Health Authority Initiates Dental Health Campaign For School Students

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has initiated preparations to welcome private school students in Dubai for the upcoming academic year with a thorough dental health campaign. This initiative includes dental check-ups, preventive campaigns, and awareness programmes in collaboration with Dr. Joy Dental Clinic, facilitated by highly qualified medical professionals.

Dr. Joy Antony expressed his happiness at announcing the collaboration with the DHA to enhance oral and dental health among private school students. The partnership aims to support the DHA’s comprehensive health campaign by leveraging a world-class team of dentists to focus on early detection and preventive care.

Dr. Ramadan Al Blooshi, Advisor to the Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority and Acting Director of Public Health Protection Department at the DHA, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dr. Joy Antony, Founder and CEO of Dr Joy Dental Clinic, formalising their partnership.

Dr. Al Blooshi stated that the DHA, through the Public Health Protection Department, continues its efforts to enhance preventive measures within the community. This includes implementing a series of initiatives and programmes aimed at safeguarding school students, specifically targeting any potential causes of diseases or health issues through early detection and various preventive screenings.

He emphasised that the Authority is steadfast in executing its preventive initiatives and programmes with significant support and cooperation from its strategic partners, particularly hospitals, health centres, specialised medical clinics including dental clinics. He expressed the Authority's appreciation for Dr Joy Dental Clinic, acknowledging their dedication and active participation in promoting public health alongside the DHA.

This initiative aligns with their commitment to improving community oral health, ensuring the well-being of school students in Dubai, and raising oral health awareness among parents, he added.

DHA conducts periodic campaigns and screenings for school students in Dubai.

The partnership between DHA and Dr. Joy Dental Clinic aims to enhance oral hygiene among students through early detection and preventive care measures. The collaboration is expected to significantly contribute to public health by addressing potential dental issues before they become severe problems.

The comprehensive dental health campaign will include regular check-ups and educational sessions designed to promote better oral hygiene practices among students and their families.

This initiative underscores DHA's commitment to fostering a healthier community by prioritising preventive healthcare measures. By working closely with strategic partners like Dr Joy Dental Clinic, DHA aims to create a robust framework for maintaining public health standards in Dubai's schools.

With inputs from WAM