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Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people
Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people
May 13, 2026
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
April 21, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
March 27, 2026
Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people
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Nota de Imprensa
May 13, 2026
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
As part of the Regional Programme for the Promotion of Active and Healthy Ageing, included in the Regional Health Plan 2030, the first webinar in a series dedicated to promoting healthy longevity will take place on May 21 between 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. It will focus on the theme “Active Longevity: Physical exercise transforms ageing.” This free online initiative, which requires registration, aims to raise awareness of the importance of regular physical activity as a key factor in active and healthy ageing with a better quality of life. Aimed at healthcare professionals, professionals in the social sector and the general public, this first webinar will bring together experts and leading national and regional organisations, providing a space for reflection, knowledge-sharing and practical insights into the role of physical exercise in promoting lifelong health. The programme features presentations by Pedro Morouço, Director of the National Programme for the Promotion of Physical Activity at the Directorate-General for Health, on the role of physical activity in active ageing; Isabel Mendes, from the Regional Directorate for Sport, on physical exercise programmes and island-specific initiatives; André Fernandes, from Portugal Activo – Association of Fitness and Health Clubs, on the promotion of physical activity in a community context; and Luciana Silva, from the Azores Regional Section of the Physiotherapists' Association, who will lead a practical physical exercise session. Lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, the session will include opportunities for sharing, interaction with participants and a practical component, emphasising the importance of active lifestyles as a means of prevention, maintaining independence and promoting well-being throughout the ageing process. This event marks the beginning of a series of webinars on healthy ageing to be held throughout 2026, as part of the Regional Health Plan 2030. They will address various crucial aspects of ageing, including the prevention of dependencies and the impact of loneliness on physical, mental and social health. Participation is free of charge, subject to mandatory registration via the form available at https://forms.office.com/e/auLKtiN4fi. For further information, those who are interested may contact the event organisation via email at [email protected].
May 13, 2026
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
As part of the Regional Programme for the Promotion of Active and Healthy Ageing, included in the Regional Health Plan 2030, the first webinar in a series dedicated to promoting healthy longevity will take place on May 21 between 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. It will focus on the theme “Active Longevity: Physical exercise transforms ageing.” This free online initiative, which requires registration, aims to raise awareness of the importance of regular physical activity as a key factor in active and healthy ageing with a better quality of life. Aimed at healthcare professionals, professionals in the social sector and the general public, this first webinar will bring together experts and leading national and regional organisations, providing a space for reflection, knowledge-sharing and practical insights into the role of physical exercise in promoting lifelong health. The programme features presentations by Pedro Morouço, Director of the National Programme for the Promotion of Physical Activity at the Directorate-General for Health, on the role of physical activity in active ageing; Isabel Mendes, from the Regional Directorate for Sport, on physical exercise programmes and island-specific initiatives; André Fernandes, from Portugal Activo – Association of Fitness and Health Clubs, on the promotion of physical activity in a community context; and Luciana Silva, from the Azores Regional Section of the Physiotherapists' Association, who will lead a practical physical exercise session. Lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, the session will include opportunities for sharing, interaction with participants and a practical component, emphasising the importance of active lifestyles as a means of prevention, maintaining independence and promoting well-being throughout the ageing process. This event marks the beginning of a series of webinars on healthy ageing to be held throughout 2026, as part of the Regional Health Plan 2030. They will address various crucial aspects of ageing, including the prevention of dependencies and the impact of loneliness on physical, mental and social health. Participation is free of charge, subject to mandatory registration via the form available at https://forms.office.com/e/auLKtiN4fi. For further information, those who are interested may contact the event organisation via email at [email protected].
Nota de Imprensa
April 21, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, participated today in the ceremony marking the delivery of the first books from the “Patrulha Ação Azul” collection, an initiative under the “Educating for a Blue Generation” programme. The event took place at the Aula Magna of the University of the Azores in Ponta Delgada and was attended by hundreds of elementary school children. In a speech noted for its warmth and accessible language tailored to a young audience, the head of the Azorean Government emphasised the significance of the occasion. “You are here because of our collective future,” he said, calling younger generations to take responsibility for preserving the ocean. José Manuel Bolieiro highlighted the key role of the sea in Azorean identity, highlighting the need for an attitude based on care and respect. "The sea is our friend. We want to be friends with our sea. This is the challenge: looking after it and protecting it, as it looks after us and protects us too," he said. The President of the Regional Government also delivered a message of regional pride, recalling the Azores’ maritime dimension: “Keep this in mind, the Azores’ sea is Portugal’s largest sea. When people tell you we are small because we are just nine islands, tell them the opposite - we are really big, as we have a huge sea,” he emphasised. The initiative marks the beginning of the distribution of about 10,000 children’s books on ocean literacy to all elementary school students throughout the Region, an initiative promoted by the Blue Azores programme in partnership with the Regional Secretariat for Education, Culture and Sport and the Lisbon Oceanarium. For José Manuel Bolieiro, this effort falls within a broader strategy of environmental leadership. “We are proud of this global project to protect the sea. The Azores are leading the way; we are taking the first steps so that others may follow. We are pioneers in setting a good example,” he said, noting that “actions speak louder than words.” The head of the Azorean Government further emphasised the importance of intergenerational commitment. “We want to look after our environment not just for ourselves, but for those who come after us. Protecting what we love is a duty of the present,” he declared. Implemented in the Azores since 2019, the “Educating for a Blue Generation” programme has already involved thousands of students and teachers in initiatives aimed at raising awareness of the importance of oceans, establishing itself as one of the pillars of the regional marine conservation strategy. Also present at the ceremony were the Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro; the Rector of the University of the Azores, Susana Mira Leal; the coordinator of the Blue Azores programme, Luís Bernardo Brito e Abreu; and the administrator and chief scientist of the Oceano Azul Foundation, Emanuel Gonçalves.
April 21, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, participated today in the ceremony marking the delivery of the first books from the “Patrulha Ação Azul” collection, an initiative under the “Educating for a Blue Generation” programme. The event took place at the Aula Magna of the University of the Azores in Ponta Delgada and was attended by hundreds of elementary school children. In a speech noted for its warmth and accessible language tailored to a young audience, the head of the Azorean Government emphasised the significance of the occasion. “You are here because of our collective future,” he said, calling younger generations to take responsibility for preserving the ocean. José Manuel Bolieiro highlighted the key role of the sea in Azorean identity, highlighting the need for an attitude based on care and respect. "The sea is our friend. We want to be friends with our sea. This is the challenge: looking after it and protecting it, as it looks after us and protects us too," he said. The President of the Regional Government also delivered a message of regional pride, recalling the Azores’ maritime dimension: “Keep this in mind, the Azores’ sea is Portugal’s largest sea. When people tell you we are small because we are just nine islands, tell them the opposite - we are really big, as we have a huge sea,” he emphasised. The initiative marks the beginning of the distribution of about 10,000 children’s books on ocean literacy to all elementary school students throughout the Region, an initiative promoted by the Blue Azores programme in partnership with the Regional Secretariat for Education, Culture and Sport and the Lisbon Oceanarium. For José Manuel Bolieiro, this effort falls within a broader strategy of environmental leadership. “We are proud of this global project to protect the sea. The Azores are leading the way; we are taking the first steps so that others may follow. We are pioneers in setting a good example,” he said, noting that “actions speak louder than words.” The head of the Azorean Government further emphasised the importance of intergenerational commitment. “We want to look after our environment not just for ourselves, but for those who come after us. Protecting what we love is a duty of the present,” he declared. Implemented in the Azores since 2019, the “Educating for a Blue Generation” programme has already involved thousands of students and teachers in initiatives aimed at raising awareness of the importance of oceans, establishing itself as one of the pillars of the regional marine conservation strategy. Also present at the ceremony were the Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro; the Rector of the University of the Azores, Susana Mira Leal; the coordinator of the Blue Azores programme, Luís Bernardo Brito e Abreu; and the administrator and chief scientist of the Oceano Azul Foundation, Emanuel Gonçalves.