The campaign aims to raise community health awareness about the dangers of summer heat exposure and provide workers with preventive tools to avoid heat exhaustion and related illnesses.

It demonstrates MoHAP’s commitment to enhancing public health and improving quality of life for all community members, in line with the objectives of the “Year of Community”.

Campaign phases

The drive reached more than 10,000 workers on the ground across more than 13 phases, covering venues such as Sharjah Sports Club, Al Hamriyah Cultural and Sports Club, Al Dhaid Cultural and Sports Club, Kalba Cultural and Sports Club, Khorfakkan Cultural Centre, Dibba Al Hisn Cultural and Sports Club, Al Qasimia University Theatre in Sharjah, in addition to National Paints Factories CO. LTD, Sharjah Cement Factory, ADNOC service stations and delivery companies.

Activities included multilingual awareness lectures and onsite medical check-ups to strengthen preventive health practices and promote a safe, healthy work environment.

Human health as a national priority

The campaign also offered workers a comprehensive range of health services, including eye examinations, blood pressure and glucose screenings, as well as the distribution of preventive, medical, and nutritional supplies. Practical guidance on first-aid procedures and safe responses to heat exhaustion was also provided.

These efforts are part of MoHAP’s strategy to protect human health as a national priority and an investment in the sustainability of the country’s human capital.

Field and virtual outreach

The drive featured field visits to outdoor worksites, where workers were educated on essential health measures and employers were guided on applying preventive protocols to ensure workplace safety.

More than 10,000 workers benefited from the field campaign, and more than half a million people were reached through virtual awareness campaigns conducted on digital platforms.

This year, the campaign also expanded its scope to reach new groups, including female factory workers, support workers, gas station workers, delivery drivers, in addition to field workers exposed to sunlight, such as (police personnel, engineers, inspectors) and families, equipping them with vital information to reduce the risks of heat exhaustion, thereby reinforcing MoHAP’s mission to protect public health.

National responsibility

Mohammed Abdullah Al Zarooni, Director of MoHAP’s Representative Office in Sharjah, stressed that the campaign, running annually during summer months, represents a humanitarian and strategic commitment to protecting workers from the dangers of heat exhaustion, which he described as a national responsibility.

He underlined that the initiative embodies the UAE’s approach of placing human well-being at the centre of development and promoting shared responsibility among government and private institutions. This collective effort, he said, fosters a healthy culture, enhances quality of life, and provides safe and sustainable working environments for all.

Al Zarouni added that, “this year’s campaign successfully reached out to more than ten thousand community members, including workers and other segments of society. In addition, more than 500,000 individuals benefited virtually through online workshops and digital messages delivered via social media platforms.”

He emphasised that, “such efforts not only advance digital transformation in health awareness to reach the broadest segments of society but also demonstrate the strength of collective action and teamwork during the Year of Community. The campaign further reinforces values of social responsibility, delivering a tangible and direct impact on public health. Looking ahead, the Ministry aims to expand the scope of the initiative, ensuring it remains a model of human solidarity while safeguarding workers’ health and supporting the sustainability of development.”

Workers’ appreciation

Workers participating in the campaign expressed their gratitude for the free medical screenings and awareness sessions provided in their native languages, which, they said, made them feel cared for and reassured.

They emphasised that the initiative embodied the UAE’s humanitarian values and underscored that their health and safety are a top priority, extending heartfelt thanks to all participating entities.

Campaign’s partners

Partners supporting the campaign include the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, Sharjah Government Media Bureau, Sharjah Police, Emirates Health Services, Sharjah Sports Council, Labour Standards Development Authority, Sharjah Municipality, Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, Prevention and Safety Authority, Sharjah Volunteering Centre, Sharjah Coop, Sharjah Charity International, Emirates Red Crescent, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), Fast Building Contracting, Al Jaber Optical, Aster DM Healthcare, Burjeel Specialty Hospital, NMC Hospital, Zulekha Hospital, Life Pharmacy Group and Gaia Healthcare.