The World Heart Day is being celebrated at Jimma University Medical Center with a series of events aimed at raising awareness about heart health. The celebrations, which started on October 3, 2026, include free heart check-ups and educational programs. The theme of this year's celebration is "Don't miss a beat," emphasizing the importance of taking care of one's heart.
According to Dr. Dereje Engdaw, President of Jimma University, the institution is committed to providing the necessary support to prevent and treat heart diseases, which are on the rise in the region. He made these remarks during a speech at the celebration, highlighting the university's efforts to address the growing concern of heart health.
The Ethiopian Heart Association's President and Deputy Chairperson of the Non-Communicable Diseases Associations Consortium, Enat Alemu Gebre, revealed that over 200 citizens underwent heart surgery within 45 days in 2018. She also mentioned that this year, 60 citizens have already benefited from heart surgery, demonstrating the organization's efforts to increase access to heart care.
Gebre further explained that the number of heart disease cases in Jimma city is alarmingly high, underscoring the need for the community to have a better understanding of heart disease prevention and treatment. The celebration aims to create awareness and provide free heart check-ups to the public.
The World Heart Day celebrations at Jimma University Medical Center will continue with free heart check-ups and awareness programs. The events are designed to educate the public about the importance of heart health and the measures that can be taken to prevent heart diseases.
Heart disease has become a significant concern in Ethiopia, with increasing numbers of cases reported in recent years. The celebrations at Jimma University Medical Center demonstrate the efforts being made by institutions and organizations to address this growing health issue.
The "Don't miss a beat" theme of this year's World Heart Day celebration serves as a reminder to individuals to prioritize their heart health. By taking proactive steps to prevent heart disease, individuals can reduce their risk of developing this condition and maintain overall well-being.
Key points
- - The World Heart Day celebrations at Jimma University Medical Center include free heart check-ups and awareness programs. - Over 200 citizens underwent heart surgery within 45 days in 2018, and 60 citizens have already benefited from heart surgery this year. - The celebrations aim to create awareness about heart disease prevention and treatment in Jimma city, where the number of heart disease cases is alarmingly high.
