“Dubai Health” and “Boehringer Ingelheim” set a world record in the Guinness World Records

The Dubai Health Authority and Boehringer Ingelheim, one of the companies specialized in the field of research and development of biopharmaceuticals, were able to record a new world record in the Guinness World Records for the largest optical mosaic image in the world, which was installed in Dubai Festival City Mall, today, in An exceptional transformation made by the Authority in the concepts and methods of awareness, education and disease prevention.

The image highlighted the relationship between heart, blood vessel, kidney, and metabolic diseases. Under the slogan “Knowing the Connections, Igniting the Flame of Hope,” the image focused on enhancing optimism, hope and positivity among those suffering from these diseases.

Through this initiative, the Authority and the company aimed to develop community awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and prevention of chronic diseases, in addition to introducing the best ways to care for patients, as health education specialists from the Dubai Health Authority were present at the event site, to clarify and explain a set of scientific and medical facts about cardiovascular diseases. The kidneys, their risks, and the need to consult specialist doctors regarding them.

Participants who interacted with specialists at the Dubai Health Authority were invited to express their hope and gained awareness, by adding a new lamp to the mosaic painting that holds the record, to contribute to its completion. The famous personality, Chris Fade, joined the event to reinforce the importance of this message. Each added lamp embodied hope and represented a reminder of the power inherent in scientific progress and its ability to make a difference in the lives of patients.

On this occasion, Dr. Ramadan Al Balushi, Advisor to the Director-General and Director of the Public Health Protection Department at the Dubai Health Authority, stressed the authority’s keenness to strengthen disease prevention systems, and develop concepts and methods of awareness and education, to reach various segments of society, and raise the level of health security for its members.

He said that the idea of ​​creating such a picture, and achieving the Guinness World Records title, is based on drawing attention to diseases of the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and metabolism, and their risks and ways to prevent them, in an innovative way, especially since these diseases, and other chronic diseases, are still represented. An important challenge facing the largest health institutions in the world.

For his part, Boehringer Ingelheim Regional Director for India, the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Derek O’Leary, said: “At Boehringer Ingelheim, we are committed to reducing the burden caused by cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, and we place strengthening cooperation efforts at the top of our list.” Our priorities are to help improve the lives of those affected by these diseases, as well as to continue innovation to develop advanced treatment options. Today, we are proud of our cooperation with the Dubai Health Authority and look forward to seeing the positive impact of our efforts within the communities we serve. There is no doubt that this unique initiative, which has enhanced social interaction, reflects the depth of our efforts Our dedication to improving the quality of life and changing the lives of future generations for the better.”

Boehringer Ingelheim Medical Director for India, the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Dr. Muhammad Musharraf, added: “Based on our deep knowledge of the interconnected nature of heart, blood vessel, kidney and metabolic diseases, the importance of spreading awareness of their common risk factors is highlighted, especially since treating these diseases “Early, according to a comprehensive approach, we can spare patients unnecessary complications and slow the progression of the disease. Patients must also know that adopting healthy eating habits, practicing regular physical activity, and managing stress efficiently are habits that significantly improve their overall well-being.”