Health Screening Conducted in Zeytinburnu for Older Persons Day
On the occasion of October 1 International Day of Older Persons, Zeytinburnu Municipality AKDEM and Biruni University collaborated to organize a comprehensive health screening and information event for citizens aged 60 and over.
The Zeytinburnu Municipality Family, Women Support and Disabled Center (AKDEM) and Biruni University implemented a joint health screening and information event targeting individuals aged 60 and over within the scope of the October 1 International Day of Older Persons.
Purpose and Participation of the Event
At the event held in the Zeytinburnu AKDEM garden, various institutions and units set up booths to come together with older individuals. Academics and students from Biruni University also took part in the organization.
These collaborative efforts aimed to support the physical, social, and mental well-being of older individuals.
Nutrition and Dietetics Studies
Malnutrition and sarcopenia screenings were meticulously performed for older individuals by experts in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Participants gained awareness regarding adequate and balanced nutrition, limiting salt consumption, and combating muscle strength loss.
Nursing and Health Measurements
At the booth set up in the field of nursing, participants' blood sugar and blood pressure measurements were taken, and checks against chronic diseases were carried out.
The importance of regular health check-ups was emphasized, and personalized information was provided to individuals based on the measurement results.
Oral and Dental Health Screenings
Academics and students in the field of Dentistry organized oral and dental health screenings for older individuals.
The critical importance of regular dental check-ups and oral care for general health was explained in detail to the participants.