Seminar on Smog and Human Health: Risks, Prevention, and the Role of Nutrition

The Department of Nutritional Sciences, Government College Women University Faisalabad (GCWUF), in collaboration with the Directorate of Student Affairs (DSA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Punjab, organized a seminar titled Smog and Human Health: Risks, Prevention, and the Role of Nutrition under the kind patronage of Prof. Dr. Kanwal Ameen (T.I.), Vice Chancellor, GCWUF, and supervision of Dr. Madiha Ilyas, Head of Department, Nutritional Sciences, GCWUF Prof. Dr. Iqrar Ahmad (T.I.), Chairman, Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC), graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Honourable Dr. Muhammad Ayyoub, Registrar, GCWUF, Prof. Dr. Aysha Sameen, Coordinator, Science & Technology, and other dignitaries were also present. The Chief Guest highlighted the adverse effects of smog on public health and the environment, emphasizing collective responsibility, preventive measures, and the importance of balanced nutrition during periods of high pollution. The guest speakers, Dr. Tahir Abbas Sial, Deputy Director, EPA Faisalabad; Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim, Department of Environmental Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad; and Clinical Dietitian Hafsa Nazir, discussed the health and environmental impacts of smog, ways to reduce exposure to air pollution, and the role of nutrition in supporting immune function. The seminar reflected GCWUFs commitment to environmental protection, public health awareness, and community education. The event concluded with the distribution of souvenirs among the guest speakers by the Chief Guest.