Miri Division Health Office Indoor Football Tournament - Chiew Choon Man: Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle

(Miri, 10th) - The Miri Division Health Office (DHO) organized the 2025 DHO Cup Indoor Football Tournament on February 8th at the Riam Champion Futsal Court.

The tournament received enthusiastic responses, with a total of 16 men's teams and 6 women's teams participating. Participants came from government and private healthcare institutions in Miri, Limbang, and Lawas, including health offices and hospitals.

Miri MP Chiew Choon Man was invited to officiate the event, cheering for the participants. In his speech, he emphasized that adopting a healthy lifestyle is crucial. In addition to regular exercise, attention should be paid to a balanced diet, including the moderate intake of fruits, vegetables, and proteins to maintain good health.

He stated that the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) is currently implementing the "War on Sugar" initiative to address non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes and obesity.
He urged the public to reduce sugar intake and cultivate healthy eating habits while also encouraging regular exercise, whether through sports, workouts, or maintaining an adequate daily walking routine, all of which help to strengthen the body.

After intense competition, the winners of the 2025 DHO Cup Indoor Football Tournament in each category are as follows:
Men's Group:
Champion: Medic Limbang
1st Runner-Up: Miri Division Health Office
2nd Runner-Up: Logop FC & Denties FC

Women's Group:
Champion: Miri General Hospital
1st Runner-Up: Miri Division Health Office
2nd Runner-Up: Medic Limbang

The core objective of this event is to encourage a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness of the importance of regular exercise. Through sports competitions, participants can not only enhance their physical fitness but also cultivate team spirit and promote mental and physical health.

The Miri Division Health Office extends special thanks to Miri MP Chiew Choon Man for attending the opening and supporting the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. The office promises to continue organizing similar events in the future, allowing the community to enjoy health through sports and jointly build a healthier, more vibrant society.