Educational Activities on ‘Vitamins’ Conducted by the Biomedical Sciences Department Students at Zhyar Private Basic School

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November 26, 2025
Community Engagement and Collaboration, Health Awareness and Community Empowerment
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On October 10, 2024, a group of students from the Biomedical Sciences Department conducted engaging educational activities at Zhyar Private Basic School on the importance of vitamins. The event aimed to raise students’ awareness of the essential role of vitamins in maintaining good health and physical fitness.

On this day, they delivered inspiring presentations, shared fun facts, and conducted interactive activities to help increase the students’ knowledge of the significance of vitamins, the different types of vitamins, their sources, and the effects of vitamin deficiencies. These initiatives provided the students with enjoyable learning experiences while raising their awareness of proper nutrition and its impact on their growth and development. Additionally, the students received educational booklets on healthy eating and sources of vitamins.

The academic staff at Zhyar Private Basic School expressed their gratitude for the students’ remarkable efforts and enthusiasm, commending their ability to connect with the younger generation in an impactful way.

This event was part of a broader outreach program by the aforementioned department designed to provide health education to the community and reinforce the idea that healthcare education begins from an early age. It also provided a valuable platform for students from that department to practice their communication skills and make a positive contribution to the local community.

Volunteers

#	Image	Name	Duration	Credits
1		Cihan University – Erbil	2	80

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