The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), in collaboration with the Sharjah Supreme Council for Family Affairs and various public and private sector partners, launched the 14th Heat Exhaustion and Disease Prevention Campaign, themed “Your Safety is Our Priority”.
Set to begin on 3 July, the campaign coincides with the midday work ban in July and August, aiming to raise awareness of heat exposure risks and equip outdoor workers with tools to prevent heat-related illnesses.
The campaign was unveiled at a press conference at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
This year’s initiative broadens its focus to include families, domestic workers, factory employees, and field-based professionals such as police officers, municipal inspectors, engineers, and delivery drivers.
Awareness efforts will include virtual sessions, SMS alerts, and on-site events across more than nine locations in Sharjah and its Central and Eastern Regions.
These will feature educational lectures, medical screenings, and health-focused competitions with giveaways to encourage safe practices.
Increased field inspections, in partnership with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, will ensure compliance with the midday work ban, while workers will receive protective gear, food, and drinking water.
A multimedia campaign across radio, TV, and social platforms will further amplify health and safety messages.
A PPP initiative
Partners 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, the Friends of Kidney Patients Association, Emirates Red Crescent, Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), Fast Building Contracting, Al Jaber Optical, Medcare Group, Aster DM Healthcare, Burjeel Specialty Hospital, NMC Hospital, Zulekha Hospital, Life Pharmacy Group, and Gaia Healthcare.
Mohammed Al Zarooni, Director of MoHAP’s Representative Office in Sharjah, stated that the campaign reflects the UAE’s commitment to safeguarding worker welfare and fostering safe work environments.
He noted that it adheres to World Health Organisation standards and contributes to sustainable development by prioritising human health.
Al Zarooni added that the campaign will expand outreach, provide multilingual resources, and promote a culture of safety across all sectors.
“Empowering people and ensuring a balance between workplace demands and public health is essential, especially during the summer. This campaign reinforces MoHAP’s dedication to preventive care and builds solidarity between institutions and communities,” he said.
Iman Rashid Saif, Director of the Health Promotion Department at the Sharjah Supreme Council for Family Affairs, said the campaign exemplifies social responsibility and human solidarity, in line with the vision of Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Council.
She highlighted that the initiative provides guidance on hydration, sun avoidance, appropriate clothing, and nutrition to help workers manage heat effectively.
“It is the unity of the campaign’s partners and associations that drives this mission forward,” she added.
