SIB holds “Health Day” to promote balanced lifestyle to employees

June 02, 2025 / 4:56 PM

Sharjah 24: As part of its ongoing commitment to employee wellbeing and its efforts to foster a culture of wellness and quality of life in the workplace, Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) organized a two-day "Health Day – For a Better Lifestyle" initiative at both its main branch in Al Khan and the Mleiha branch, with strong engagement and positive interaction from staff across departments.

A comprehensive health experience

Organized by the SIB Employee Club in collaboration with a number of medical institutions and specialized healthcare companies, the event aimed to offer employees a comprehensive health experience—allowing them to assess their health status and receive immediate, personalized consultations from qualified professionals.

Investing in human capital and promoting healthy lifestyles

Jassem AlBlooshi, Head of Strategic Management at Sharjah Islamic Bank, commented: “At Sharjah Islamic Bank, we believe that a healthy workplace begins with a healthy individual. That’s why we are keen to launch continuous initiatives that support the physical and mental wellbeing of our employees. This Wellness Day is an extension of our broader strategy to invest in human capital and to encourage the adoption of active, healthy lifestyles. Employee wellbeing is not optional for us—it is a central pillar in building a productive and cohesive work environment.”

He further emphasized that such wellness activities are an integral part of the bank’s long-term commitment to corporate responsibility, focusing on empowering human resources, raising awareness in the workplace, and promoting institutional stability, wellbeing, and sustainability.

Comprehensive screenings and consultations

Health services provided during the event included blood pressure checks, random blood sugar testing, full dental evaluations with a specialist, body composition analysis, musculoskeletal consultations, physiotherapy assessments, as well as hair and skin evaluations. Additionally, employees received specialized advice in nutrition and preventive healthcare—tailored to their individual needs.

The event also featured the distribution of gift items and free screening vouchers, alongside multilingual educational materials designed to raise preventive awareness and offer practical lifestyle improvement tips.

“Health Pulse” awareness lecture

On the sidelines of the wellness campaign, SIB hosted an awareness lecture titled “Health Pulse” at its headquarters. The session was presented by a panel of specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, and physiotherapy, and addressed common modern-day health challenges and effective prevention strategies. To extend the benefit to a wider audience, the lecture was streamed live via SIB’s official Instagram account, enabling the public to access medically sound advice in real time.