The Tunisian Association for General and Family Medicine, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, is organizing its ninth national conference in Mahdia from November 5-7. The event, themed "Non-Communicable Diseases... Innovation for Better Prevention," brings together over 2,000 doctors from the public and private sectors. The conference aims to enhance the capabilities of frontline doctors, including general practitioners, family doctors, and resident doctors.
The conference program features 207 scientific lectures in 27 medical and scientific specialties, as well as practical workshops and field training sessions. These sessions focus on preventing and managing chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and respiratory diseases. Participants will also explore ways to improve daily medical practice, enhance the role of frontline doctors, and utilize artificial intelligence in healthcare.
The conference seeks to promote better communication and interaction between patients, families, and healthcare providers. It also addresses the role of doctors in combating misinformation and raising awareness about the risks of narcotics. Furthermore, the event includes training sessions for around 500 citizens, including students, on basic life-saving skills and preventing risks associated with narcotics.
The training sessions are conducted in collaboration with the Regional Health Administration in Mahdia. The conference provides a platform for doctors to share knowledge, experiences, and best practices in preventing and managing non-communicable diseases. It also offers opportunities for networking and collaboration among healthcare professionals.
The event is part of the efforts to strengthen the healthcare system in Tunisia and improve the quality of care provided to patients. The conference organizers aim to promote innovation and creativity in healthcare, particularly in the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases.
The conference comes at a time when the healthcare sector in Tunisia is facing numerous challenges, including the rising burden of non-communicable diseases. The event provides a timely opportunity for healthcare professionals to discuss these challenges and explore solutions.
The national conference on preventing non-communicable diseases is a significant initiative that demonstrates Tunisia's commitment to improving the health and well-being of its citizens. The event is expected to have a positive impact on the healthcare sector in Tunisia and contribute to the country's efforts to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases.
Key points
- Over 2,000 doctors from the public and private sectors to attend the conference
- Conference features 207 scientific lectures and practical workshops on preventing and managing chronic diseases
- Event aims to promote better communication and interaction between patients, families, and healthcare providers
