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THE BRUNEI RUN EVENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD HEART DAY 2024

Sunday, 2nd Rabiulakhir 1446H / 6th October 2024M – Gleneagles JPMC Sdn. Bhd. in collaboration with The Health Promotion Centre, Ministry of Health, held the Brunei Run event in conjunction with World Heart Day 2024 today at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien, Bandar Seri Begawan, during the Bandarku Ceria Programme.

The event was graced by the Honourable Dato Seri Setia Dr. Hj Mohammad Isham bin Haji Jaafar, Minister of Health, Ministry of Health. The event began with the flag-off for the 10km open category race for men and women. This was followed by a welcoming speech from Dr. Peter Tay Boon Chye, Chief Executive Officer of Gleneagles JPMC Sdn Bhd, in which he emphasised that, "Cardiovascular disease is preventable, and today’s event reminds us to stay active, make healthy choices, and encourage others to do the same. Gleneagles JPMC is proud to champion this cause and, together, we can create a healthier heart-strong community.” The event followed with an aerobics session and then flag off of the 3km walkathon event by the guest of honour

The 10km race was divided into two categories: men and women. Prizes for the winners of this race include:

1. First place: cash prize of $400.00
2. Second place: cash prize of $300.00
3. Third place: cash prize of $200.00
4. Fourth place: cash prize of $100.00
5. Fifth place: cash prize of $50.00

Winners of the lucky draw were also announced, with the grand prize, a “Threadmill,” sponsored by Boeffi Company, which was officially launched by the guest of honour today.

The guest of honour also visited the Gleneagles JPMC Sdn Bhd Pavilion, which showcased the journey of heart health for patients, including exhibits on healthy lifestyle programs funded as part of the CSR commitment and organized by the Health Promotion Centre.

World Heart Day is celebrated every 29th September and aims to raise public awareness about heart disease or cardiovascular disease. This includes increasing awareness about prevention and the importance of heart health within the community.

The theme for this year's World Heart Day is ‘Use Heart for Action.’ This theme highlights several aspects such as:

• Individual Responsibility – Urging individuals to take proactive steps in their daily lives to maintain heart health, including making healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collective Community Efforts – Emphasizing the importance of community engagement and support in inspiring and encouraging those around them to create lasting positive change.
• Equitable Health Access for All – Calling for action to support equitable access to heart health, empowering communities to push for policies that address health inequalities and ensuring everyone has the same opportunity to lead a healthy life.

Steps individuals can take to better understand their hearts include:

1. Knowing the features of a healthy heart, such as maintaining normal blood pressure, heart rate, and cholesterol levels. It is also essential to recognize heart attack symptoms, such as shortness of breath, dizziness, or chest pain.
2. Increasing awareness and knowledge about cardiovascular disease and key preventive measures. This includes adhering to prescribed medications, such as for high blood pressure, cholesterol, or heart-related issues, which are important in reducing the risk of heart attacks and preventing cardiovascular complications.
3. It is also important to undergo health screenings or check-ups for early detection and treatment to manage and prevent complications from cardiovascular disease.
4. Adopting a healthy lifestyle, such as exercising consistently, eating a healthy and balanced diet, getting enough rest and quality sleep to reduce stress, and quitting smoking.

Through this run, walkathon, and exhibition, the Ministry of Health hopes to raise awareness about the importance of heart health care for each individual and within the community.

The event also witnessed presentation of appreciation certificates to sponsors and partners including Boeffi, Anta, Dynamic Sports, Geliga, HSN Fitness, Laneige, Prysm, Snap, SP Setia Sdn Bhd and Suci Brand.

Also present at the event were Yang Mulia Haji Maswadi bin Haji Mohsin, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health; Yang Mulia Dr. Hajah Rafidah binti Haji Gharif, Acting Deputy Permanent Secretary (Professional), Ministry of Health; Dr. Peter Tay Boon Chye, Chief Executive Officer of Gleneagles JPMC; Heads of Departments; senior officials; and officers and staff from the Ministry of Health and Gleneagles JPMC Sdn Bhd.