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Arab Times
5 days ago
- Health
- Arab Times
Kuwaitis 55% as the number of elderly people rises by 11%
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 13: The number of elderly people in Kuwait increased by 11.3 percent in the first half of this year -- an increase of 16,620 compared to 2024. Kuwaitis now account for 55.2 percent of the total number of people over the age of 64 -- 147,144 compared to 130,524 last year. Official statistics issued by the Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) for the first half of this year revealed a four percent increase in the number of Kuwaitis over the age of 64, bringing their total to 81,255 compared to 77,893 last year. Meanwhile, the number of Kuwaitis aged 60-64 reached 49,630 or 41 percent of the total elderly population of 121,416. The percentage of elderly expatriates over 65 during the first half of this year reached 44.8 percent, with a total of 65,889 -- 20 percent increase compared to last year's 52,631. The number of expatriates aged 60-64 reached 71,786. By nationality, the number of Arabs over the age of 64 reached 42,163 or 58.7 percent of the total; followed by Asians with 20,910 or 29 percent; North Americans with 1,057; Africans with 159, South Americans with 78 and Australians with 63. In a related development, Fatima Al- Tawari -- Health Awareness and Education Officer at the Health Services Department for the Elderly in the Ministry of Health, revealed that World Polypharmacy Awareness Week will be celebrated for five consecutive days, from Aug 17-21. In a statement to the newspaper, Al- Tawari revealed the campaign slogan is 'Health through Balanced Medication,' which includes various awareness activities in the governorates to emphasize the importance of reviewing medications to ensure their safe and effective use. She revealed that the activities will start on Sunday at the Capital Mall, then the Eye Center in Jahra Governorate, Mahmoud Haidar Center in Hawally Governorate and Bayat Center in Mubarak Al-Kabeer Governorate. She said the campaign will conclude next Thursday with a comprehensive awareness lecture for doctors and the public on the dangers of polypharmacy at Jaber Hospital. She confirmed that a group of pharmacists will participate to provide various tips and guidance on the optimal use of medications, methods for reminding people of medication times through medication boxes and other methods that help the elderly remember medication times; such as adding a list to their phones for reminders and periodic alerts, as well as linking medications to daily routines for prayer times, meals and other activities.
Kuwait Times
18-06-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Gulf Bank empowers female employees with monthly WOW sessions
Participants are pictured during the session. KUWAIT: As part of its continued commitment to empowering women and enhancing their role within the Bank and the broader banking industry, Gulf Bank is carrying on with its monthly Women of Wisdom (WOW) sessions - an internal initiative designed specifically for its female employees. These sessions aim to inspire personal growth, strengthen connections, and cultivate leadership among women across the organization. In the latest session, which drew strong engagement from employees across various departments, renowned coach and consultant Rehab Al-Tawari led an insightful talk titled 'Building Connections: Strengthening the Assets That Matter.' Tailored specifically for early-career female employees, the session offered an engaging and interactive experience, guiding participants through the importance of professional relationships and strategies to nurture key personal assets in the workplace. Drawing from her rich experience in the banking and education sectors, Al-Tawari sparked meaningful conversations on how to thrive during the early stages of one's career. The Women of Wisdom (WOW) initiative provides a supportive platform for women to navigate workplace challenges, find balance between personal and professional life, and boost female representation in leadership roles. It also serves as a space for networking, idea-sharing, and open dialogue around the experiences and challenges women face throughout their careers. Gulf Bank was one of the first banks in Kuwait to eliminate gender-based disparities in employee benefits, ensuring equal opportunities and treatment for both male and female staff. It also stands among the early signatories of the United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) in Kuwait, reflecting its deep-rooted commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace and beyond. Introduced in 2017 as one of Gulf Bank's leading internal initiatives, the Women of Wisdom (WOW) program continues to provide monthly sessions that delve into key topics such as leadership, personal development, and maintaining work-life balance - all with the goal of empowering women and fostering a strong, collaborative network within the Bank.
