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Gulf Insider
18 hours ago
- Health
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia's Health Sector Handles Surge In Hajj Medical Meeds With Zero Fatalities
Saudi Arabia's healthcare system has reported treating five cases of heat exhaustion among pilgrims since the start of this year's Hajj season, the Ministry of Health confirmed on Saturday. All patients have recovered, highlighting the Kingdom's ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and health of the millions participating in the annual pilgrimage. The Ministry stressed that these cases were managed successfully under the comprehensive Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program, initiatives aimed at providing optimal medical care and enhancing the overall pilgrim journey. So far during Hajj 1446, more than 78,000 medical services have been delivered to pilgrims. Primary healthcare centres have welcomed upwards of 46,000 pilgrims, while emergency departments have handled 17,000 cases. Outpatient clinics have recorded over 860 visits, providing a wide range of medical support available across various facilities. Hospital admissions have surpassed 3,000, including more than 1,600 cases requiring intensive care unit (ICU) treatment. The Ministry also reported that it performed eight open-heart surgeries and 104 cardiac catheterisation procedures amid the pilgrimage period. The Ministry of Health's 937 Health Call Centre has received over 27,000 medical consultations, stressing that the system is fully ready to deliver immediate medical advice and assistance. The Ministry emphasised that healthcare services would continue at full operational capacity throughout the Hajj season, in line with the Kingdom's commitment to public health, safety, and the smooth delivery of services for all pilgrims.
Saudi Gazette
2 days ago
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Over 78,000 medical services provided to pilgrims as Saudi health system reports 5 heat exhaustion cases
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Saudi Arabia's healthcare system has treated five cases of heat exhaustion among pilgrims since the beginning of the Hajj season until the second day of Dhul Hijjah, the Ministry of Health confirmed. All cases were successfully managed, reflecting the Kingdom's comprehensive efforts to ensure optimal medical care under the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program. As of this point in the Hajj season, the Saudi health system has provided over 78,000 medical services to pilgrims. More than 46,000 pilgrims have been received at primary healthcare centers, while emergency departments have handled 17,000 cases. Outpatient clinics have recorded over 860 visits. In terms of hospital admissions, more than 3,000 pilgrims have been hospitalized, including over 1,600 in intensive care units. The Ministry of Health has also performed eight open-heart surgeries and 104 cardiac catheterization procedures during the ongoing pilgrimage. The Health Call Center 937 received more than 27,000 medical consultations, underscoring the preparedness of Saudi Arabia's healthcare infrastructure and its responsiveness in delivering reliable and immediate medical support to pilgrims. Health authorities continue to provide services at the highest standards throughout Hajj 1446 to ensure the well-being of pilgrims and the continuity of safe, efficient medical care across all facilities.
Mid East Info
17-05-2025
- Health
- Mid East Info
KFSHRC and Cleveland Clinic Partner to Drive Innovation in Autism and Neuroscience - Middle East Business News and Information
Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Cleveland Clinic, a leading non-profit academic medical center globally, to work together on clinical, operational, educational, and research initiatives involving autism and neurosciences. This strategic move highlights KFSHRC's dedication to broaden its international collaborations to achieve medical excellence and innovation in patient care. The MOU was signed at KFSHRC's Riyadh headquarters by H.E. Dr. Majid Alfayyadh, KFSHRC's Chief Executive Officer, and Dr. Tomislav Mihaljevic, Cleveland Clinic's Chief Executive Officer and President. The MOU details the parties' intention to create a long-term framework for collaboration in autism and neuroscience. This involves forming specialised project teams to jointly evaluate and prioritise potential partnership opportunities, aimed at enhancing KFSHRC's role in providing specialised healthcare. This partnership is part of KFSHRC's larger strategy to forge impactful global collaborations centred on knowledge exchange and capacity building, which support advancements in research, education, and workforce development. The initiative is aligned with the Health Sector Transformation Program, one of the Vision 2030 initiatives, which aims to ensure equitable access to high-quality healthcare with a strong emphasis on preventive care. It is noteworthy that KFSHRC has been ranked first in the Middle East and North Africa and 15th globally in the list of the world's top 250 Academic Medical Centres for the second consecutive year and has been recognised as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East, according to the 2025 Brand Finance rankings. Additionally, in the same year, it was ranked among the world's best 250 hospitals and included in the World's Best Smart Hospitals list for 2025 by Newsweek magazine.
Saudi Gazette
16-05-2025
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Ministry of Health launches multilingual awareness kit for Hajj 1446
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Saudi Ministry of Health has released the Health Awareness Kit for the Hajj season of 1446 AH. The initiative supports ongoing efforts to enhance public health awareness and prevention during Hajj and aligns with the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program. The comprehensive kit includes health guidelines in eight languages — Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Persian, Indonesian, Malay, and Turkish — ensuring accessibility to pilgrims from across the globe. Key components of the kit include guidance on preventing heat exhaustion, such as the use of umbrellas to avoid direct sun exposure and the importance of regular hydration. The resources aim to ensure that pilgrims can perform their rituals in good health and peace of mind. In addition to written materials, the kit features awareness videos, social media posts, and printable educational tools promoting healthy practices and preventive measures. These materials are designed to reduce health risks and foster a safer pilgrimage environment. The Ministry encouraged pilgrims and Hajj workers to download and benefit from the kit's content.
Leaders
15-05-2025
- Health
- Leaders
KFSHRC, Cleveland Clinic Partner to Enhance Autism, Neurosciences Care
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Cleveland Clinic, a leading non-profit academic medical center, to collaborate on clinical, operational, educational, and research initiatives in the fields of autism and neurosciences. This collaboration underscores KFSHRC's commitment to advancing medical innovation and excellence through international partnerships. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at KFSHRC's Riyadh headquarters by Dr. Majid Alfayyadh, CEO of KFSHRC, and Dr. Tomislav Mihaljevic, CEO and President of Cleveland Clinic. Moreover, it sets the foundation for a long-term collaboration aimed at enhancing specialized care through joint project teams that will evaluate and prioritize areas for cooperation. This initiative is expected to strengthen KFSHRC's role as a regional leader in neuroscience and autism care. This partnership aligns with KFSHRC's broader mission to foster impactful global collaborations that promote knowledge exchange and capacity building. It also supports the goals of Saudi Arabia's Health Sector Transformation Program, part of Vision 2030, which focuses on expanding access to high-quality, preventive healthcare services. Related Topics: Media Minister Praises KFSHRC Team for World's 1st Fully Robotic Heart Transplant KFSHRC Shines: Saudi Medical Talent Impresses at Global Competition Pope's Final Wish: Transforming Popemobile into Health Clinic for Gaza Children SFDA Introduces 3 New Regulations to Foster Healthy Community Nutrition Short link : Post Views: 44 Related Stories
