The Department held a scientific workshop titled “Healthy Nutrition and a Balanced Lifestyle” on March 7, 2026, in the presence of the Head of the Department, Lecturer Dr. Dhulfiqar Ahmed Hamza, along with several faculty members and students. The workshop was delivered by Dr. Zaid Abdulhadi, who discussed the fundamental principles of healthy nutrition and the impact of a balanced diet on the body’s health and the prevention of chronic diseases. Dr. Abdulhadi also presented practical methods for selecting healthy foods, the importance of regular physical activity, and the influence of daily habits on overall health. The workshop witnessed active participation from attendees, with many questions and discussions about the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in daily life. Practical tips were provided to help both students and faculty apply scientific knowledge in their everyday routines. In his closing remarks, the Head of the Department, Lecturer Dr. Dhulfiqar Ahmed Hamza, emphasized the importance of organizing such awareness workshops, highlighting their role in raising health awareness among students and faculty, promoting scientific knowledge about healthy living, and encouraging the continuation of scientific and awareness activities across various health-related fields to maximize benefits for the academic community. Al-Mustaqbal University is the first university in Iraq Department of Medical Laboratory Techniques – First in the Iraqi National Ranking.