BMC’s outreach initiatives in 2024 continued to reflect its commitment to promoting community health and well-being. Its enormous outreach and fruitful partnership and collaborations with various organizations illustrate its dedication to fostering a healthy future for all. Taking advantage of the expertise of over 350 medical professionals and staff, as well as the excited participation of 2400 students, BMC collaborates with community societies, NGOs, public bodies, and non-profit organizations in significant community health activities. Extended to a wide range of health challenges like obesity, diabetes, hypertension, breast cancer, smoking, and drug abuse, BMC regularly organizes medically and scientifically designed awareness campaigns. Alongside, special emphasis is laid on women and child health. Notably, during the Hajj and Umrah seasons, both staff and students volunteer fervently to serve the pilgrims, offering medical consultations and support.

Preventive, Awareness and Educational Campaigns

Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns: In October 2023, BMC organized multiple breast cancer awareness campaigns to educate the community about the importance of early detection. These initiatives included a Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign held on campus on October 31, and a Bikeathon at the Jeddah Waterfront on October 29, in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Jeddah Municipality. These events aimed to raise awareness, engage the community, and promote physical activity while spreading critical information about breast cancer prevention and treatment​.

Smoking Cessation Campaigns: BMC remains committed to creating a smoke-free community through various initiatives. On February 28, 2024, students from the Pharmacy and Respiratory Programs led a Smoking Cessation Campaign at BUPA Company to educate employees about the dangers of smoking, secondhand smoke, and the strategies available for quitting. This initiative helped increase awareness among participants and encouraged positive behavioral changes regarding smoking​.

Parade with People of Determination Initiative: On September 2023, BMC partnered with Jeddah Municipality and Our Leisure Life Association to organize the Parade with People of Determination Initiative at the Jeddah flagpole roundabout. This event aimed to promote the values of equality and inclusion in society, aligned with SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities. The initiative engaged BMC students alongside persons with disabilities in a parade, fostering a spirit of community and inclusion​.

Orphanage Visit for Oral Health Education: In February 2024, BMC's General Dentistry Program visited an orphanage to provide oral health education, dental screenings, and distribute oral hygiene kits. This initiative emphasized the importance of proper oral care practices, preventive measures, and the link between nutrition and oral health. The program also ensured regular follow-up care, reinforcing sustained oral health improvements among orphanage residents​.

Saudi Marriage Day Initiatives: BMC actively promoted the importance of healthy marriages and relationships through two major initiatives in February 2024; one held on campus and another at Jeddah International College. These events, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, aimed to highlight the significance of premarital screening, educate participants on the diseases that are screened for, and provide resources for couples to improve their relationships. The campaigns were successful in fostering a sense of community and improving participants’ understanding of healthy family planning​.

World Occupational Therapy Day: On October 2023, BMC’s Occupational Therapy Program organized an awareness event at AlYasmin Mall to promote the profession of occupational therapy. The event aimed to raise awareness of the diverse roles of occupational therapists in community settings, engaging over 400 visitors in discussions about the importance of occupational therapy in improving quality of life​.

Back and Neck Awareness Day: This day highlighted the causes of back and neck pain, emphasizing correct posture and preventive measures.

Promotion of Environmental Health: BMC understands the fundamental link between environmental health and human well-being. This was demonstrated in its seabed and beach cleaning initiative, where BMC students engage with the community. The initiative underscored the destructive impact of human waste, especially plastic pollution.

Promoting Active Lifestyles: Physical health is also a cornerstone of BMC's outreach efforts. BMC’s bikeathon, organized to raise breast cancer awareness, which was not only innovative but also an indication to its commitment to holistic health promotion. The event highlighted the significance of active living, ensuring that the message was clear - health is comprehensive.

World Obesity Day: BMC also hosted the World Obesity Day Walkathon. Collaborating with Jeddah Moves, the event aimed at highlighting the increasing obesity rates among students and teenagers, encouraging healthier lifestyles.

Antibiotics Awareness Week: Focused on the increasing global health challenges of drug-resistant infections as well as the danger of drug misuse.

World Diabetes Awareness: Diabetes, a global epidemic, was given its due focus with BMC students shedding light on its prevention and management.

Epilepsy Awareness Campaign: A pivotal initiative that targeted public misconceptions about epilepsy, providing education on diagnosis, management, and patient communication.

Engaging with Younger Generation’s Health: Taking health awareness to schools, BMC's nursing students visited the Coral international school, engaging with younger minds to educate them healthy food habits, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Through interactive sessions and distributing educational materials, BMC aimed to plant early awareness.

Dental Health Initiatives: A significant aspect of BMC's community service lies in its dental outreach. With 8 specialized dental clinics, BMC offers top-tier complimentary dental health care. These clinics served about 6000 new patients during the academic year of 2023/2024. Such efforts underscore BMC's commitment elevating health standards.