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A Healthy Affair The Art of Abundant Living held a Health and Wellness fair that saw nearly 100 mothers from the Doha Mums group turn up. The event provided the attendees with access to people, resources, services, products and ideas that would enable them to live their best in Doha. The fair included interactive workshops on topics such as positive parenting, stress management, comfort techniques during labour, creating a wellnesshome, and coaching to create the best life. Over twenty five stall holders showcased natural and healthy products and services that were available in the country. Meanwhile, children aged 2-6 were entertained with educational games and activities around the theme of healthy living.
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group of Doha College students, families and teachers got together for the inaugural Doha College 50km Walk, an event that was sponsored by United Development Company. The Walk was spread out over two days and was regarded as a test of navigation skills, team-spirit, stamina and determination. The hikers commenced their tour from Madinat Kaban, following the North Road South as far as Al Khor and concluded at the Pearl-Qatar.
The proceedings from the Walk were given to charity upon conclusion of the event. "Doha College is pleased that this event brought together members of the larger Doha College community youngsters and elders alike," said Mark Leppard, Principal of Doha College. "Over the course of our 30 years in Doha, we have learned that only by embracing Qatar 's diversity, can we deliver a wellrounded education to our students."
HMC opens new child-friendly unit
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amad Medical Corporation (HMC) has opened a new specialised Al Maha Children s Unit at Rumailah Hospital that caters to longterm ventilated children, providing them with a more child-friendly environment. The Unit was developed in partnership with Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Canada. The inauguration of the Unit saw representatives from both organisations, along with Dr Hanan Al-Kuwari, Managing Director of HMC, other distinguished guests, patients and their families. The new Unit utilises a multidisciplinary approach to manage the children s multiple needs that include medical care, educational, rehabilitation and developmental needs. The unit is covered round the clock by nurses, senior paediatric residents, specialists and consultants, and is located at a peaceful section of
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Rumailah Hospital. Senior Consultant and Head of Paediatric Pulmonology at HMC, Dr Ibrahim Janahi, said We are also working with the Home Healthcare Services at HMC to develop a paediatric home care programme that will allow the children to be in their own homes instead of being kept in the unit for a longer period.
Doha Mums to host Ladies Charity Dinner Doha Mums will be hosting a ladies-only Charity Dinner and Live Auction in aid of Palestine s Clean Water Supply in Khan Younis. The event will take place on March 11 at the Ramada Plaza Hotel. Proceeds from ticket sales and money raised from the Live Auction will be donated through Qatar Red Crescent to help the 40,000 inhabitants of the Khan Younis community to access quality water through upgrading the deteriorated water booster stations. The evening will include a presentation entitled Debunking the Myths: Status of Women in Islam by Umm Reem, a graduate in Islamic Studies from American Open University. She is also the founder of Daughters of Adam magazine as well as a Specialist Writer on MuslimMatters.org Guests are encouraged to come in their traditional dress to reveal the diverse range of around 930 members from more than 87 different countries. The event is open to both existing members and non-members of Doha Mums. Tickets are priced QR225 per person and can be purchased at: Costa Coffee, Landmark March 4, 2011 between 4-6pm; Starbucks, Villagio March 4, 2011 between 4-6pm; And Starbucks, City Centre March 4, 2011 between 4-6pm. Additional information is on the Doha Mums website http://www.dohamums.com