Onthemarchtobetterhealth,.PDFVIP

ISSUE 283 Staff Newsletter March 2010 .hk/linkage Focus On the march to better health, cleaner world By Ellen Chan “The more advanced the technology, the greater the damage it can do to the natural environment, with adverse effects on the equilibrium between man and natural ecology,” said Mr Roy Ngai Hoi-yee, Senior Physical Education Officer of Student Development Services. Wellness March 2010 has responded by placing particular emphasis on the relationship between environmental protection and health, a return to a natural lifestyle, and an awareness within CityU of environmental issues. Roy suggests environmental protection should not only involve a change in outlook, but result in practical action. “I am convinced that everyone should do more. Only when we take action ourselves can we expect to influence those around us and help improve the environment,” said Roy. Roys views find expression in the design of the Wellness March Programme poster, which shows the earth divided into two halves: the left hemisphere is polluted by exhaust gases, contaminated water and rubbish, while the right hemisphere is still vibrant with life. If we want to bring global pollution under control, we must take practical steps to protect the environment so that we may still have a bright and colourful future. (continued on next page) Contents People Spotlight