Thumbay Hospital, Ajman Private Education Affairs Office launch oral health screening drive
Thumbay Dental Hospital, in collaboration with the Ajman Private Education Affairs Office, has launched a large-scale Oral Health Awareness and Screening Drive targeting 85,000 children aged 5 to 14 years across the Northern Emirates. This initiative, running throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, will offer free oral health screenings and consultations to primary and secondary school students in private schools.
The drive aims to promote essential oral health practices, raise awareness about preventive care, and address common dental issues among children, particularly in the areas of oral hygiene, alignment, and dietary habits. The initiative will be implemented in schools across Ajman, as part of Thumbay Dental Hospital’s commitment to improving the oral health of young individuals in the UAE.
Speaking about the initiative, H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Al Hashmi, Director General of the Private Education Office in Ajman, commented, “We are delighted to partner with Thumbay Dental Hospital, as this collaboration represents new opportunities for synergy between the public and private sectors. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to enhancing the standard of healthcare and education in the Emirate, while providing students with a holistic environment that nurtures both academic and personal development. The initiative further strengthens our ongoing efforts to launch innovative health and wellness programs, promoting preventative care and awareness. With this collaboration, we aim to ensure that students in Ajman receive the highest quality of oral healthcare, adhering to international standards, which is integral to their overall well-being and academic success.”
For younger students in primary schools, the focus will be on preventive and therapeutic measures, including education about proper brushing techniques, the importance of regular dental check-ups, and the prevention of dental caries. Thumbay Dental Hospital’s team of expert pediatric dentists, periodontists, and dental hygienists will provide guidance on maintaining oral hygiene and offer basic treatment where necessary. On the other hand, for secondary school students, the drive will focus on more specialized oral health concerns, including alignment issues, crowding, speech impairments, and the effects of dietary habits. The campaign will also address psychological aspects, such as boosting confidence and enhancing self-esteem through proper dental care.
Schools like Delhi Private School Ajman, which has already hosted a successful drive, have expressed immense satisfaction with the program's effectiveness in improving the dental awareness of their students. “We are incredibly grateful to the Ministry of Education – Ajman for their support of this initiative,” said Dr. Danavanthi Sadashiv Bangera, Medical Director, Thumbay Dental Hospital. “By screening over 85,000 children across the Northern Emirates, we are taking a significant step towards addressing potential risk factors before they become more serious.
This drive not only focuses on prevention but also on educating children about the scientific foundations of good oral hygiene, including the prevention of tooth decay, gum disease, and alignment issues. Our goal is to instill healthy dental habits that will last a lifetime and improve their overall well-being.”
The screenings will include comprehensive oral health assessments, providing each child with a personalized oral health report that will offer recommendations for treatment, further screening, or follow-up care. By leveraging Thumbay Dental Hospital’s expertise and advanced technology, the initiative will also focus on increasing awareness about orthodontic treatments and their benefits for older children, particularly in relation to speech, alignment, and overall dental aesthetics.
“We understand that team-based care is best for patients and providers alike. Thanks to the extraordinary support of the Ajman Private Education Affairs Office, students will now have access to comprehensive oral health education and screening in a truly collaborative environment. In addition to providing the next generation with the means to take charge of their dental health, this program promotes prevention, early detection, and comprehensive care throughout the Northern Emirates,” said Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President, Thumbay Healthcare.
Thumbay Dental Hospital, the largest academic dental hospital in the Middle East region operated by the Thumbay Group, is a state-of-the-art facility offering comprehensive dental care across a wide range of specialties. Spanning 37,000 sq. ft. with 72 dental chairs, the hospital provides high-quality services in General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Paedodontics, Periodontics, Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, and more. Equipped with advanced technologies like CBCT 3D Dental Imaging, laser dentistry, and endodontic microscopes, it ensures precise and effective treatments. As part of the Gulf Medical University Academic Health System (GMUAHS), Thumbay Dental Hospital also serves as a leading academic institution, committed to advancing dental education and research while providing personalized care in a patient-friendly environment.
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Real Madrid fines Valverde and Tchouaméni half a million euros each for altercation
Barcelona (AP): Real Madrid slapped players Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni with half-a-million-euro ($588,000) fines on Friday for their altercation during practice.
The massive fines came a day after the midfielders tussled when the team trained. Valverde said in a post on social media on Thursday that no punches were thrown. But Valverde knocked his head on a table and he suffered a small cut that required a brief hospital visit.
On social media, Valverde initially called it a “meaningless fight” with a teammate and said “everything has been blown out of proportion."
His employers, however, considered it a significant enough breach of team discipline to nail both Valverde and Tchouaméni with fines that bite even the bank account of a top soccer player. The half-a-million euro penalties reflect the reputational damage the club was enduring in a chaotic end to a disappointing season.
In a statement, the 15-time European champion said its disciplinary action was concluded after both players expressed to the club “their complete remorse for what happened and apologized to one another.”
Madrid added they also apologized to their teammates, the coaching staff and club supporters, as well as showing their willingness to accept whatever disciplinary action the club deemed “opportune.”
Tchouaméni was back training with Madrid on Friday, two days before they play at Barcelona in a clasico. Madrid has to win otherwise Barcelona will be crowned La Liga champion.
After being notified of the fine, he posted a public apology to the club and its fans on social media.
“What happened this week in training is unacceptable,” Tchouaméni wrote. "I say this while thinking about the example we are expected to set for young people, whether in football or at school.
“Above all, I am sorry for the image we projected of the club.”
Valverde was not at practice due to the head knock.
Both players are set to play in the World Cup next month, with Tchouaméni playing for France and Valverde for Uruguay.
Chaotic end to a poor season
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The run-in between the players, who for seasons have played side by side in Madrid's midfield, came after they argued this week in previous training sessions. But tempers boiled over on Thursday. Spanish media was rife with reports that the players previously disagreed over the club's decision to let coach Xabi Alonso go after just months on the job.
It was not the only altercation involving Madrid players during training this week. Álvaro Carreras confirmed he was in a “minor” incident with a teammate. Spanish media said he and fellow defender Antonio Rüdiger got into a scuffle.
Álvaro Arbeloa, the coach who was promoted from Madrid's reserve team when Alonso was fired in January, will face tough questions on what went wrong inside the changing room when he gives a press conference on Saturday ahead of the clasico at Camp Nou.
Madrid is facing a second consecutive campaign without a major trophy amid rumors in the Spanish media that club president Florentino Pérez is considering bringing back Jose Mourinho to straighten out his underperforming team.
