Al Hilal Hosts World Heart Day

Community event promotes heart health, preventive care and lifesaving skills in Bahrain.

Al Hilal Healthcare Group hosted “World Heart Day – Season 2” under the slogan “Don’t Miss a Beat,” bringing together families, healthcare professionals, corporate partners and hundreds of registered participants to promote cardiovascular health and preventive care.

The programme featured health education, fitness activities, interactive sessions and a personal account from a heart disease survivor highlighting the importance of timely cardiac care.

Al Hilal specialists Dr. Santosh Mysore Jayadev, Consultant Cardiology; Dr. Mohamed Abdul Khadir, Consultant Cardiology; Dr. Milta Kuriakose, Specialist Pulmonary Disease; and Dr. Rahul Abbas, Consultant Internal Medicine, shared advice on cardiovascular disease prevention during an interactive panel discussion.

Certified trainers also conducted a practical CPR demonstration, giving participants essential emergency response skills.

Registered attendees received free BD 50 heart health screening and cardiology consultation vouchers. The event also included a Kids Carnival, raffle prizes and a symbolic “Human Heart Formation” at Oasis Mall Juffair.

Mr. Issam Isa Al Khayat, Head of Investment Development at the Northern Governorate, attended as Guest of Honour.

Al Hilal Healthcare Group CEO Dr. Sharath Chandran said the initiative reflected the group’s commitment to preventive healthcare and community awareness.

“Our mission extends far beyond the walls of our hospitals; we are deeply committed to preventive care and empowering our community to lead healthier lives,” he said.