Salon de la Famille et de la Santé: A thrilling experience awaiting both young and elderly

Have you already planned your weekend? Not sure how to spend your Saturday or Sunday with family? Then we offer you the perfect choice for this 6th, 7th and 8th April. The famous “Salon de la Famille et de la Santé” (Family and Health Fair) is being held at the SVICC as from this Friday.  Presented by Events Plus in collaboration with the Défi Santé, the Défi Media Group and Radio Plus, this Fair will enhance your time with family, by providing a plethora of activities and offers that will make you ask for more.

The previous editions of the Fair have been massively successful. This 6th edition will be even more enjoyable. This is one special time to grab not only for entertainment and learning but also for shopping. According to Gwendoline de Spéville, Events Plus' Brand and Marketing Manager, this edition will bring together more health care providers and provide Mauritians with the opportunity to discover wellness services.

Focus on health

Health is wealth. Hence, for this 6th edition, focus is principally on health. Various NGOs are present at the Fair for free screenings and advice. Those looking for advice on eye tests will have the opportunity to speak with professionals from Mathieu Opticien. Other NGOs such as Maternity Support Movement, Save Guard, Autism Mauritius and EDYCS Epilepsy Group will be present and will advise the public on diabetes, autism and other relevant topics.

Mini-talks of 15 minutes on different themes will be on the agenda for the three days as from 11:00 and 14:00. Defi Santé will have a booth dedicated to health talks. On Friday at 11 am, a first talk will be held elaborating on the importance of breakfast. At 14:00 on the same day, Rani Balloo from Diabetes Safeguard will be discussing about diabetes and how to adapt our lifestyle to this disease.

On Saturday at 11:00, Vinay Kanhye of V. Kanhye Health Foods will divulge the benefits of Moringa, followed by discussions about eyewear choices with a representative from Mathieu Opticians at 14:00.

On Sunday at 11:00, Patel Optics will explain the importance of giving rest to our eyes and the impact digital use has on eyes. The last mini-talk is scheduled at 14:00 with Rani Balloo, who will discuss about diabetic foot care to avoid amputations.

Prizes to win

At the Défi Santé booth, several prizes are to be won during the three days of the show. On Friday, following the first contest, the winner will win a stone-based nonstick pan offered by Stoneline. Then, on Saturday, the winner of the second contest will win a massage for two people offered by Les Mariannes Wellness Sanctuary. Finally, the winner of the third contest, scheduled for Sunday, will win a gift box with several cosmetic products from Himalaya.

Promotional offers

When it comes to promotional offers, the Salon abounds in them. Many brands will exhibit their products. For example, the company Panagora will highlight its product brand Yoplait by offering free tastings. Lim How Brothers, for his part, will explain the benefits of Weetabix. Several products will be on sale for these three days. In addition, the food stands, as usual, will offer a variety of delicious meals and mouth-watering snacks.

Children are not forgotten and they will be extremely spoiled during these three days. A space will be dedicated to games and activities for them. A Kinder village will be set up for the children and there will also be a Caravan of M&Ms.