The faculty gave a presentation at the Kampa Club on the campus of the University of South Bohemia during the Night of Scientists

The Faculty of Health and Social Sciences of the University of South Bohemia once again took part in the nationwide event Night of Scientists, which took place on Friday, 24 September from 5 to 11 pm on the campus of the University of South Bohemia. It allowed visitors to find all faculties in one place. FHSS USB was given the Kampa Club Hall and the space in front of it, where two tents were erected and there was plenty of room.

Our programme was varied as usual and attracted more than two hundred adults and children. The programme was designed to suit everyone, and due to the nature of our faculty, it focused mainly on healthy lifestyle, social topics, physiotherapy, first aid lessons and demonstrations of teaching aids and models.

Guests also enjoyed demonstrations of virtual reality and 3D printing. Outside, visitors had a chance to try on the so-called ‘geronto-suit’, which was specially developed to simulate the movement of an elderly person - with motor, visual and auditory limitations. The suit was worn mainly by children, but also by adults, who experienced how the human body changes in old age. More than forty people wearing the suit completed an obstacle course and realised how difficult it is to sit down and then get up again. A valuable experience that allowed them to better empathise with the everyday life of the elderly.

There was also nutrition advice; an exhibition showed how much sugar and salt everyday foods contain. People were interested in having their health professionally measured and receiving advice on how to improve their lifestyle. The examination of posture and posture counselling was also a big success. The FHS USB Children's University attracted young and old alike. Even foreign participants who work at the Faculty of Science were interested. Once Mgr. Alena Machová had explained in English the essence of the teaching, they immediately showed interest in enrolling their son at our ChUUSB.

Everyone had to comply with governmental measures in connection with COVID-19. The hall was constantly flowing with people, and everyone had to wear respirators, which was challenging due to the capacity and high interest of the participants. Fortunately, the weather was good, so many of the activities could take place outside until late in the evening. The Dean of the FHSS USB, Dr. Ivana Chloubová, thanked all the teachers and students of our faculty for attending the event and representing our faculty in an exemplary manner.