The Dean of the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico (UAEMéx), Carlos Eduardo Barrera Díaz, on behalf of the University community, received from the Secretary of State for Health, Macarena Montoya Olvera, the recognition confirming that this House of Studies is a place of health insurance according to the program. “A space 100% free of tobacco smoke and emissions.”
Likewise, the President of UAEMéx signed a general cooperation agreement with Montoya Olvera that will benefit both institutions in developing activities in the health field aimed at academic improvement, training and vocational training. Developing science and technology, as well as disseminating knowledge.
At the Faculty of Medicine, Barrera Diaz expressed that the degree awarded to UAEMex Being 100 percent free of tobacco smoke and emissions is a major accomplishment that demonstrates a commitment to the health and well-being of the entire university community.As well as promoting healthy lifestyles.
“By eliminating tobacco smoke from our university spaces, we avoid a series of serious health problems, including respiratory diseases such as lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, and a wide range of conditions that harm not only smokers, but also people exposed to smoke who are In the background,” he said.
At the same time, the Minister of Health and Director General of the Health Institute of the State of Mexico praised the responsible contribution of UAEMéx to preserving the health of the Mexican population.
“It was based on committed participation in information and awareness activities about the dangers of tobacco consumption,” he explained.
Before signing the agreement, Barrera Díaz and Montoya Olvera toured the facilities of UAEMéx’s multidisciplinary health clinic (CMS), which was headed by its owner Ana Laura Guadarrama López, across their fields of specialization. Ancillary diagnosis and general care.
There, the President of UAEMéx explained the social function it performs CMS by providing specialized services, among other things, at reasonable costs to the university community And the general public.
secretary Extension and link to UAEMéxFrancisco Zepeda Mondragon; Director of the Faculty of Medicine, Hugo Mendieta Zeron; Head of the University Health Office, Diana Karen Castro Estrada; Director of the Mexican Institute of Mental Health and Addiction, José Raúl Naveda López Padilla; Members of Cabinet and the University community.
