On April 8th, the Third Podkarpacka Conference on Physical Activity and a Balanced Diet took place, organised by the Faculty of Physical Culture, Medical College, in cooperation with the Provincial Sanitary and Epidemiological Station in Rzeszów. The central theme of this year’s event was “Senior Activity as a Contemporary Trend.”

The conference, a highly anticipated event, consistently attracts considerable interest from young people, local authorities, educators, healthcare workers, dietitians, physiotherapists, university staff, and students. This year’s edition was particularly aimed at adults and seniors, with the intention of expanding knowledge among individuals in this age group. The topics covered included physical activity, healthy diet, mental stimulation, social life, health prevention, and best practices.

The conference received an enthusiastic response from seniors in the Podkarpackie region, as well as from institutions involved in broad senior policy. Among the attendees were representatives of the Universities of the Third Age, Senior Clubs, employees from the Departments of Social Policy in City and Commune Offices, caregivers of Day Care Centres, as well as representatives from District Sanitary and Epidemiological Stations.

The event featured expert speakers who shared their vast knowledge and experience in areas such as health prevention, psychology, dietetics, physiotherapy, and many other fields. It provided an excellent opportunity for networking, exchanging experiences, and gaining practical advice on implementing health-promoting initiatives for seniors at the regional and local levels. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the speakers and all conference participants! We firmly believe that our joint efforts to promote health protection and a balanced diet will contribute to more effective responses to the needs of seniors in the Podkarpackie region.

The event was held under the honorary patronage of: the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy, the Ministry of Sport and Tourism, the Podkarpackie Voivode, the Marshal of the Podkarpackie Voivodeship, the President of Rzeszów, and the National Health Fund.

The media patrons of the event included: TVP Rzeszów, Radio Rzeszów, Radio Via, GC Nowiny, and Głos Seniora.