Healthy Futures: Preventing NCDs in Young Hearts and Minds​

An International Conference

This conference aims to address the pressing educational need for comprehensive understanding and effective management strategies concerning non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health issues among adolescents in Pakistan. By bringing together healthcare professionals, policymakers, educators, and community stakeholders, the activity seeks to bridge the knowledge gap regarding the multifaceted challenges faced by adolescents and equip participants with evidence-based practices to improve adolescent health outcomes.

Event Details

Event Objectives

  • Identify the prevalent risk factors contributing to the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among adolescents in Pakistan.
  • Discuss the interplay between lifestyle factors, including tobacco use, nutrition, physical inactivity, and air pollution, in shaping adolescent health outcomes.
  • Evaluate evidence-based strategies for the prevention and management of NCD risk factors specific to the adolescent age group.
  • Formulate comprehensive approaches to address mental health issues among adolescents, including early intervention and suicide prevention strategies.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop targeted interventions and policies aimed at improving the overall health and well-being of Pakistani adolescents.

Moderators and Session Leadership

Conference Chair: Dr Romaina Iqbal
Director Continuing Education Programmes
Head of NCDs and Mental Health Section
Associate Professor
Department of Community Health Sciences
 

Topics

Tobacco and substance use, triple burden of malnutrition, physical inactivity and screen time, mental health
 

Who should attend?

Healthcare Professionals, researchers and academics, government officials and policy makers, public health professionals, NGOs and advocacy groups, educators and students, industry representatives, media representatives

Topics/Highlights

Pre-conference Workshops, Keynote speakers, Oral Presentations, Poster Gallery Walk, Panel Discussions, Youth Engagement Gallery, Inauguration and Stage Drama Performance

Organisers

Department of Community Health Sciences

The conference will also be available for remote access to people who cannot attend physically.

​​Theme
 Healthy Futures: Preventing NCDs in Young Hearts and Minds​
Conference Registration

Abstract Submission

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​Important Dates​
  • ​Abstract Submission Deadline
  • Abstract Acceptance Notification
  • Inaugural Session
  • Conference Sessions
 ​
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Wednesday, May 3, 2024
Thursday, June 6, 2023​​ | 1400 to 1500 hours PST
Friday-Saturday, June 7-8, 2024, ​0900-1800 hours PST