Pharmacy students from Quest International University (QIU) today launched their ninth annual Public Health Campaign, centred on raising awareness of musculoskeletal health and wellbeing.
Organised by the Quest Pharmacy Students’ Society, the campaign was officiated by Yang Berhormat Tuan A.Sivanesan, Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Sumber Manusia, Kesihatan, Hal Ehwal Masyarakat India dan Integrasi Nasional Negeri Perak.
Building on previous pharmacy student-led campaigns that addressed issues such as skin care, cardiovascular health and women’s health, this year’s initiative aims to highlight the importance of bone, joint and muscle health across all ages — from posture and device-related problems in children to injury prevention in working adults and fracture risk in older adults.
The campaign also stressed early screening, prevention and practical lifestyle steps that reduce long-term disability and improve quality of life. The campaign’s tagline — Stand Strong: Musculoskeletal Health for All— captures its dual focus on prevention and empowerment.
The one-day flagship event at Mydin Meru was complemented by a series of outreach activities and community screenings designed to make musculoskeletal health information accessible to the public. Activities included medication management booths, health talks, health screening, and nutrition advice, emphasising calcium and vitamin D intake. These services are intended both to identify people at risk and to give the public practical, evidence-based steps to protect their musculoskeletal health.
QIU’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Zita Mohd Fahmi and Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Professor Datuk Dr Allan Mathews, joined students, staff and community partners to support the campaign. The event also welcomed representatives from state health authorities and pharmacy professionals, reflecting the university’s collaborative approach to public engagement and health promotion.
Over the years, QIU’s Public Health Campaigns have become a training ground for students to practise entrepreneurial skills, clinical skills, health communication and community outreach while addressing prevalent local health concerns. The Faculty of Pharmacy and the university continue to support the Society’s efforts to translate clinical knowledge into public benefit.
