The Unit for Endocrinology, Faculty of Medicine, in collaboration with the Faculty of Physical Education, Assiut University, arranged for an event including a marathon for jogging and walking. The event was entitled: "Walking to prevent the spread of diabetes," with an aim to raise awareness of diabetes and reduce its spread. Dr. Ahmed Salah Qurraah, Dean of the Faculty of Physical Education asserted that the marathon, like all sports activities, is extremely significant for human health. More than 300 students participated in the marathon.