Doha, June 09 (QNA) - Msheireb Museums (MM) and Sidra Medicine hosted the third Science Cafe session under the theme "The Rising Tide: Obesity, Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases", with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists and healthcare professionals.

The session provided an interactive platform for discussion on the latest scientific and medical developments related to obesity, diabetes, and metabolic diseases, highlighting the importance of prevention, early intervention, and innovation in empowering individuals and communities to adopt sustainable healthy lifestyles that contribute to building a healthier and more prosperous future.

The discussions also addressed lifestyle-related factors and emerging therapies, in addition to the growing role of technology and precision medicine in disease prevention, management, and improving health outcomes more effectively and efficiently.

The session featured a number of key themes, including diabetes prevention, healthy nutrition, the impact of daily lifestyle habits on overall health, childhood obesity, mental wellbeing, and the role of family support in promoting healthy behaviors and achieving sustainable long-term outcomes.

 It also highlighted the potential of precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and digital health solutions in advancing personalized healthcare and improving approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and the management of chronic diseases.

Mohammed Al Yousuf, Manager of Operations and Visitor Relations at MM, said: "Through our ongoing partnership with Sidra Medicine, the Science Cafe series continues to demonstrate the power of bringing together culture, education, and science to address topics that have a direct impact on our communities. At Msheireb Museums, we are committed to creating spaces for meaningful dialogue and knowledge exchange that enhance community awareness and support the development of a healthier and more connected society".

Dr. Sahar Da'as, Research Manager at Sidra Medicine and lead of the Science Cafe initiative, said: "I am so proud to see how far our joint Science Café series has progressed over the past three years. It has gone on to become a credible platform where knowledge, ideas and insights are shared and discussed with the community. Our latest engaging session highlighted the impact of lifestyle and the role of prevention and precision medicine in addressing obesity, diabetes and metabolic diseases. Science Café is a pathway to work together with the community with a strong call to action on how we can collectively address these health challenges".

The discussion explored the growing and global impact of obesity and metabolic diseases, covering key topics including diabetes prevention, nutrition and healthy lifestyles, childhood obesity, mental wellbeing, and the role of family support in long-term health outcomes. It also highlighted the transformative potential of precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and digital health technologies in advancing personalized care and improving disease management.

Marking its third year, the Science Cafe series serves as a cornerstone for Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine's engagement with the community.

The initiative uses open forums to share research findings in plain language, translating complex information into clear, approachable dialogue and keeping the public informed about medical and scientific advancements shaping the future of healthcare. (QNA)