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Kota Kinabalu: The Putatan Health Clinic on Saturday recently launched its Youth Club, aimed at providing a platform to disseminate health information and engage local youth through various activities.

Dr. Nik Farah Nik Yusof Fuad, the medical officer in charge of the Putatan Health Clinic.

She said that the new Youth Club will serve as a way for youths in the Putatan area to seek advice and guidance on health issues through the clinic’s Youth-Friendly Clinic Services held every first and third Tuesday from 2pm to 4.30pm.

To kick off the Youth Club’s activities, the inauguration event was held concurrently with the Amazing Youth Race organized jointly by the Kelab Kebajikan dan Rekreasi and the new Putatan Health Clinic Youth Club. The race took place at Likas Bay Phase 2 Public Park and involved 33 youth participants.

“We want to create an open and engaging environment for young people to learn about crucial topics like physical health, mental wellbeing, sexual and reproductive health, risk behaviours, and proper nutrition,” Dr. Nik Farah said during her speech.

Participants had to complete tasks and answer quizzes at designated checkpoints covering key youth health areas.

Questions tested their knowledge on topics like HIV transmission, safe physical boundaries, eating disorders, and mental health challenges faced by adolescents.

“It was an exciting and educational experience. I learned so much about important health issues while having fun with my friends,” said Mellte, the facilitator who guided the winning Nirvana Group.

All participants received prizes like stationery, hampers, and certificates.

The clinic encouraged youths to follow their new TikTok page or call 088-765704 for more information on accessing its Youth-Friendly services.