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Arab Times
22-02-2025
- Health
- Arab Times
35 medical emergencies handled by MoH at the Jaber Bridge Marathon
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 22:The Medical Emergency Department at the Ministry of Health announced that it responded to 35 cases (23 males and 12 females) during the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Bridge Marathon on Saturday, which saw the participation of around 21,000 runners as part of the Kuwait Sports Day festivities. Dr. Ahmad Al-Shatti, Director of the Department, told KUNA that the Ministry was fully prepared to support the event, which featured a variety of sports activities across five different locations. A well-thought-out plan was implemented, which included the deployment of 30 ambulances and 160 emergency medical technicians. Dr. Al-Shatti further explained that for the Jaber Bridge Marathon specifically, 16 ambulances were stationed along the route, with one ambulance every 500 meters. Additionally, two fixed clinics and two golf carts were on hand to assist, with 76 emergency medical technicians participating in the efforts. He emphasized the importance of Sports Day in promoting health and considered it a positive step forward, as sports play a crucial role in strengthening immunity, preventing chronic diseases, improving heart and artery health, and enhancing mental well-being.
Arab Times
11-02-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Sports Day set for February 22 with exciting events
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 11: The Public Authority for Sports announced that the Supreme Organizing Committee for Kuwait Sports Day has set February 22 as the official date for the event. The day will feature a diverse program of sports activities catering to all age groups and segments of society. In a press statement following a meeting chaired by Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, the Sports Authority highlighted that one of the main events will be a large-scale sports marathon on Jaber Bridge, which is expected to attract widespread participation. The statement also noted that the event will include the opening ceremony of the Gulf Football Legends Championship, featuring eight teams, as well as the Youth Football League, aimed at supporting youth sports. Additionally, the Kuwait Olympic Committee will organize various activities across multiple locations. The committee discussed the Jaber Bridge Marathon, approving its implementation plan to ensure a well-organized and successful event. Registration for the marathon opens today via the "Hayakom" platform. Regarding the Gulf Football Legends Championship, the Authority stated that the Kuwait Football Association, the event organizer, provided an overview of the tournament scheduled from February 20 to 24. The championship will bring together former Gulf football stars, reflecting the spirit of unity and sportsmanship among Gulf nations.
