World Health Day Celebration
In celebration of World Health Day and under the inspiring theme ” Heartbeat of Humanity,” the Inner Wheel Club of Amman hosted an enlightening health awareness lecture on Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. The lecture was delivered by Mrs. Leen Madanat on April 15, 2025, at the Orthodox Club in Amman.
The event was graced by the presence of H.E. Mrs. Khuloud Al-Sakkaf, former Minister of Investment and Vice President of Al-Oun for Alzheimer’s Patient Care Association, as well as Mrs. Lina Husseini, President of Inner Wheel Club Petra. On this occasion, Mrs. Fadia Yared extended her warm congratulations to Mrs. Suzan Kilani on her appointment as a Board Director at International Inner Wheel for the term 2025–2026.
Before the lecture commenced, three new members were welcomed into the club and presented with Inner Wheel pins, bringing the total number of new members for the 2024–2025 year to twelve. The addition of fresh voices and diverse talents to the club was met with great enthusiasm and optimism for the future.
Mrs. Madanat’s lecture provided an in-depth overview of Alzheimer’s Disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder and the most common cause of dementia. The presentation covered risk factors, early signs, stages of progression, diagnosis, current treatment options, and preventive strategies. Emphasis was placed on lifestyle choices such as physical activity, social engagement, and nutrition as potential factors to reduce risk and slow disease progression.
Attendees actively participated in memory stimulation exercises designed to raise awareness of cognitive health. The atmosphere was bright and uplifting, with each table adorned with colorful napkins and floral centerpieces. Branded Inner Wheel notebooks and pens were distributed as keepsakes, reflecting the club’s commitment to both education and fellowship.
In recognition of her valuable contribution, Mrs. Fadia Yared, President of the Inner Wheel Club of Amman, presented Mrs. Leen Madanat with a Certificate of Appreciation, acknowledging the significant impact of her lecture on enhancing knowledge and promoting community health awareness.