Wanita Health & Lifestyle 2004

MENTERI PEMBANGUNAN WANITA,
KELUARGA DAN MASYARAKAT

Forces of globalization and development are shaping contemporary societies. Women's role in every sphere of life is becoming more significant than ever. In Malaysia women are not merely the beneficiaries of development but more importantly as agents of change. In this regards, women need to have the ability to make intelligent and practical decisions. Those who are healthy physically, spiritually, and emotionally are better able to make such decisions.

It is in this light that the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is organizing the 1st Women's Health and Lifestyle Exposition 2004, at the Putra World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. The event will be held from the 8th - 10th October 2004, and will consist of exhibition, health symposiums and medical screenings for women of all ages.

I believe that it is never too late to adopt a healthy lifestyle no matter what our age or stage of life. It is hoped that this event will help to raise awareness of the society, particularly women, on the importance of practicing healthy lifestyles, including on the prevention of disease, risk factors, early detection and early treatment, innovative products etc. I also hope that the event will help to build self-empowerment for women to enable them to tap their own personal power and their beauty to enhance and improve their lifestyle for the pursuit of healthy families and healthy communities. In this way, they are able to participate more effectively and meaningfully in any decision that shapes and affects their health and their life.

I look forward to welcoming all of you to participate and benefit from the opportunities made available at the forthcoming event.

Best Wishes and Stay Healthy.

Dato' Seri Sharizat Abdul Jalil