“Charity — The Source of Humanity and Kindness”

An educational and charitable event was organized by the Department of General Medical Practice-2 at the Center for the Adaptation of Minors in Shymkent, under the guidance of the Head of the Department, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Gulzhan Dosybayeva, and the Department Lecturer, Master of Medical Sciences, General Practitioner and Internist Maya Taskynova.

The main objectives of the event were to improve medical literacy among adolescents, raise awareness of the importance of maintaining good health, promote the principles of healthy nutrition, prevent harmful habits, and provide emotional and social support to the children residing at the center.

Medical interns from groups ІЖТДҚ-17-26, ІЖТДҚ-19-26, and ІЖТДҚ-26-26 participated in the event and delivered specially prepared educational lectures on relevant health-related topics.

The medical interns from group ІЖТДҚ-19-26 delivered an informative lecture entitled “Healthy Nutrition.” During the presentation, the children received detailed information about the nutritional value of food, essential vitamins and minerals required by the body, healthy food choices, balanced eating habits, and the importance of drinking sufficient amounts of water every day.

The medical interns from group ІЖТДҚ-17-26 conducted a lecture entitled “Harmful Habits and Obesity.” The session focused on the effects of harmful habits on the human body, diseases associated with them, the causes and risk factors of obesity, and key preventive measures. Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle, participating in regular physical activity, and taking responsibility for one’s own health.

During the lectures, the children were provided with relevant educational information, followed by discussions and question-and-answer sessions. The participants demonstrated enthusiasm and active engagement, showing genuine interest in the topics and receiving answers to the questions they had raised.

Furthermore, special attention was given to each child in order to strengthen the educational and social impact of the event and create a warm, supportive, and welcoming atmosphere. As part of the charitable initiative, specially prepared gifts were presented to the children, bringing them joy and positive emotions.

During the meeting, opportunities for future cooperation were discussed with the Director of the Center, Elvira Baiderova. In particular, the participants exchanged views on providing ongoing social support to the children, organizing joint charitable and educational initiatives, and conducting regular educational lectures. The possibility of establishing a formal cooperation agreement in the future was also considered.

The event aimed to enhance the children’s knowledge of health promotion, increase their interest in a healthy lifestyle, and develop a better understanding of disease prevention.

The event was organized at a high professional level and successfully achieved its objectives. Initiatives of this kind play an important role not only in improving the professional competencies of future physicians but also in fostering their social responsibility, compassion, kindness, and strong moral values.