In order to promote a healthy lifestyle among students, improve the culture of personal hygiene, and deeply understand the importance of cleanliness in human health, a round table discussion was organized at the Faculty of Food and Winemaking Technologies of the Tashkent Institute of Chemical Technologies within the framework of the “Clean Hands” program.

The event was attended by faculty members, tutors, doctors, and active students.

During the round table discussion, detailed information was provided on:

simple but important rules for maintaining personal hygiene;

correct methods of handwashing and their health benefits;

the role of cleanliness in preventing infectious diseases;

the connection between a clean environment and healthy thinking.

As part of the meeting, a seminar was held for faculty members and students, providing detailed information on HIV/AIDS. Specialists visiting the center handed out handouts on HIV infection to the participants. Also, blood tests for AIDS, hepatitis and other infectious diseases were conducted among students using a mobile laboratory, and the results were presented in a short time.

Experts emphasized the crucial role of cleanliness in maintaining the health of the human body. An open dialogue was also held with students, where their views, suggestions and questions regarding hygiene in everyday life were listened to.

At the end of the event, the participants were given recommendations on adhering to a healthy lifestyle based on the idea that “Cleanliness is culture, culture is health”.

Such spiritual and educational events strengthen the sense of responsibility in the lives of young people, serve to educate a healthy generation, and further strengthen the atmosphere of cleanliness and discipline at the institute.