The Rotary Club of Antigua and the Antigua and Barbuda Diabetes Association continued their Health Outreach Partnership Programme at Jennings Secondary School on 31st January, 2023.
Supporting the initiative this year were the Ministry of Health, the Medical Benefits Scheme, the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre and the Antigua and Barbuda Association of Nutritionists and Dietitians.
Over 120 students and members of the school’s faculty participated in an education and screening exercise on Risk Factors for Diabetes and other Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
The tests offered included blood glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, weight, height and body mass index.
Participants were also offered counselling and education on healthy lifestyles and the prevention of NCDs.
Students participated in an exhibition on 100 Years of Insulin and a demonstration and sampling of breakfast shakes and smoothies.
