Health Day

The Ministry of Health & The World Health Organization  celebrated “World Health Day”  on Friday, May 14, 2005 launched with a marathon, which  started at 9:00 a.m. from the Ministry of Health to the Sheraton with the participation of many international and national organizations. Heading the Marathon was Dr. Maher Al Husami, Minister of Health  and Dr. Fouad Mojallid, WHO Representative in Syria.

The marathon was successful and included famous actors, reporters, and athletes.

Upon the participants arrival at the Sheraton Hotel, Dr. Maher Al Hussami, Minister of Health, gave a speech on the importance of staying healthy by exercising and avoiding harmful habits such as smoking.