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Gulf Business
3 days ago
- Health
- Gulf Business
Inside Kuwait's healthcare system: What's changing and why it matters
Image credit: WAM/Website Kuwait's healthcare system has undergone a remarkable transformation over the decades, evolving into a modern, integrated network that aligns with global standards. This progress is the result of sustained investment and strategic planning, guided by the country's leadership, which has consistently prioritised health as a cornerstone of national development. Read- Today, Kuwait stands out for its advanced healthcare infrastructure, cutting-edge technologies, and comprehensive services aimed at meeting the evolving needs of its population, Expanding capacity and upgrading facilities The Ministry of Health is implementing a national health strategy that supports Kuwait's broader Vision 2035 development plan. This includes expanding major hospitals, increasing patient capacity, modernising healthcare centers, and integrating state-of-the-art technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and accessibility of services. Assistant Undersecretary for Engineering Affairs and Projects, Eng. Ibrahim Al Nahham, said several major healthcare projects are currently underway or have been recently completed, signaling a significant step forward for the nation's medical sector. New maternity hospital sets benchmark One of the most notable projects is the new Maternity Hospital in the Sabah Medical Zone. Built to the highest international standards, the facility is a model of modern healthcare, offering a combination of advanced medical technologies and patient-centered care. Designed to address women's health and neonatal services, the hospital incorporates environmentally friendly and energy-efficient construction methods. It serves as a major hub for maternal and child care in the region. New Al Sabah Hospital: A landmark facility Another flagship project is the new Al-Sabah Hospital, currently under construction in the same medical zone. Spanning 88,710 square meters, the facility is envisioned as a self-sufficient medical complex offering both general and specialized healthcare services. The hospital will consist of three main towers, a parking facility, and an engineering services building. When completed, it will provide 512 inpatient beds, 105 intensive care unit (ICU) beds, 72 outpatient clinics, and a helipad for emergency evacuations. All critical departments will be integrated within the structure. Specialised Communicable Diseases Hospital To strengthen Kuwait's capacity in public health and infectious disease management, the Ministry is building a new Communicable Diseases Hospital. Covering 74,000 square meters, the facility includes a main hospital building and a kitchen complex. The hospital will offer 224 inpatient beds and feature key departments such as emergency care, radiology, pharmacy, medical records, and various support services. It is designed to handle outbreaks and specialized communicable disease cases with advanced safety protocols. Comprehensive Cancer care at Kuwait Cancer Control Centre A cornerstone of Kuwait's cancer treatment capabilities is the Kuwait Cancer Control Centre, under development within the Sabah Medical Zone. Spanning 303,536 square meters, the facility will host one of the region's most advanced oncology hospitals. The main structure, divided into two towers, western for outpatients and eastern for inpatients, will house 618 beds. The facility includes fully automated systems and cutting-edge mechanical and electrical infrastructure to support high-level cancer care and research. New Al Adan Hospital complex: A mega medical hub The New Al Adan Hospital project is one of the most ambitious healthcare developments in Kuwait. Located in the Al Adan Hospital area, the complex comprises seven interconnected buildings, linked via underground tunnels. Key components include: A 226,369-square-meter maternity and pediatrics hospital with 637 fixed and 471 mobile beds across 14 floors, plus a basement and a helipad. A surgical and central services building of 34,417 square meters with 141 mobile beds across two floors. A physical therapy and rehabilitation center covering 28,525 square meters over three floors and a basement. An eight-floor health district administration and parking building, spanning 118,696 square meters. Additional facilities for parking and strategic storage. Building a future-ready healthcare system These developments reflect Kuwait's strong commitment to its Vision 2035, particularly in raising the standard and reach of its healthcare system. The Ministry of Health is also working to strengthen international cooperation, attract global expertise, and adopt leading healthcare models. Efforts are underway to develop national human capital through training programs, scholarships, and partnerships with academic and health institutions both locally and internationally. These initiatives aim to prepare a new generation of healthcare professionals equipped to meet future challenges. Kuwait's healthcare journey, underpinned by strategic vision and modern infrastructure, continues to set a benchmark in the region, offering a model of sustainability, excellence, and innovation.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Russia launches more strikes, damages Ukrainian maternity hospital, officials say
Russian strikes against Ukraine persisted overnight and reportedly injured at least nine people and caused damage to a maternity hospital, according to officials. This comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets with European allies in Rome. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
News24
10-06-2025
- Politics
- News24
‘Russia lies every day about its desire for peace': One dead as massive strike hits Ukraine hospital
One person was killed when Russia struck a maternity hospital in Ukraine, official said. Ukraine and Russia have to prisoner exchanges, not a ceasefire. Russia launched a record 479 explosive drones at Ukraine on Sunday. Russia carried out 'massive' drone attacks on Ukraine's capital Kyiv and port city of Odesa early on Tuesday, killing one person and hitting a maternity hospital, Ukrainian officials said, calling for further sanctions. Moscow has kept up its attacks on Ukraine, which has hit back with strikes deep inside Russian territory, while peace talks held over the weekend failed to yield a breakthrough towards ending the three-year war. Aside from an agreement to exchange prisoners, progress has stalled and Russia has repeatedly rejected calls for an unconditional ceasefire. 'Russia lies every day about its desire for peace and attacks people every day. Time to impose sanctions. Time to support Ukraine with weapons. Time to prove that democracy has power,' Andriy Yermak, head of the Ukrainian presidential office, said on Telegram. READ | 'A real coup': NATO must learn from Ukraine strategic strike on Russia - admiral A 59-year-old man was killed in the Russian strikes on residential buildings in Odesa on Tuesday, and at least four others were wounded, said Governor Oleg Kiper. 'The enemy massively attacked Odesa with strike drones. There is damage to civilian infrastructure and fires,' Kiper wrote on Telegram. The Russians hit a maternity hospital, an emergency medical ward and residential buildings. Oleg Kiper He added that the maternity hospital had been evacuated in time. In central Kiev, an AFP journalist heard at least a dozen explosions, anti-aircraft fire and the buzzing of drones. 'Stay in shelters! The massive attack on the capital continues,' Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Telegram, adding in a separate post around 03:00 (00:00 GMT) that 'a new batch of UAVs (drones) is flying to the capital.' Four people were wounded in the attacks that hit at least seven districts, he said, with buildings and cars on fire. Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine triggered the biggest European conflict since World War II, forcing millions to flee their homes and decimating much of eastern and southern Ukraine. Ukrainian cities are targeted by Russian air strikes almost daily. On Sunday, Russia launched a record 479 explosive drones at Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. Kyiv has also carried out attacks on Russian territory, targeting transport and weapons production infrastructure. Russia's transport agency Rosaviatsia said on Tuesday that flight operations were temporarily restricted at Saint Petersburg's Pulkovo airport. Similar restrictions were imposed on at least 13 other airports overnight, with four in Moscow reopening on Tuesday. Despite efforts by US President Donald Trump to reach a ceasefire agreement, a second round of peace talks in Turkey are at a standstill. The only concrete agreement reached at the talks over the weekend was for release all seriously wounded or sick prisoners of war and those under the age of 25 - a deal that did not specify the number of soldiers involved. While welcoming POW exchanges, Zelensky said last week said it was 'pointless' to hold further talks with the current Russian delegation - who he previously dismissed as 'empty heads' - since they could not agree to a ceasefire. On Sunday, the Russian army also claimed to have attacked the Ukrainian region of Dnipropetrovsk, which borders the regions of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia, already partially under Russian control, a first in more than three years of conflict. Jose Colon/Anadolu via Getty Images 'Time for everyone to finally accept the fact that Russia understands only strikes, not rational words,' Ukraine's Yermak said on Tuesday, in a thinly veiled criticism of the Trump administration. As a condition for halting its invasion, Russia has demanded that Ukraine cede the territories Moscow claims to have annexed and forswear joining NATO. It has also rejected a proposed 30-day unconditional ceasefire sought by Kyiv and the European Union, arguing that it would allow Ukrainian forces to rearm with Western deliveries. Ukraine is demanding a complete Russian withdrawal of from its territory and security guarantees from the West, describing Moscow's demands as 'ultimatums'.
Arab Times
05-03-2025
- Health
- Arab Times
Kuwait's Maternity Hospital earns international accreditation for excellence in obstetric anesthesia
KUWAIT CITY, March 5: The Intensive Care and Anesthesia Department at the Maternity Hospital, part of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health, has been officially accredited as a Center of Excellence in Obstetric Anesthesia by the International Society of Obstetric Anesthesia and Maternity Medicine (ISOMAM). This accreditation marks a significant achievement for the department, further solidifying its reputation for providing exceptional care to pregnant women, according to Dr. Fatima Qassim, Head of the Intensive Care and Anesthesia Department. The "prestigious" accreditation, valid for four years, acknowledges the department's outstanding standards in ensuring safe and effective care during childbirth. Dr. Qassim emphasized that this achievement is the result of the Ministry of Health's continuous efforts to enhance the quality of healthcare services in the fields of obstetric anesthesia and maternity medicine, with a commitment to delivering the highest standards in maternal and child healthcare. This accreditation is part of ISOMAM's Centers of Excellence program, which honors institutions and programs that provide superior care in obstetric anesthesia. The program aims to enhance the overall quality of healthcare services for pregnant women. The accreditation process involved a comprehensive evaluation of clinical practices, with the department undergoing a rigorous and transparent review by three independent reviewers from ISOMAM's Centers of Excellence Committee. Following this evaluation, the results were discussed and approved by the Subcommittee. Dr. Qassim highlighted that the Maternity Hospital boasts a team of distinguished national medical professionals, supported by the latest advanced devices and technologies. These resources contribute to offering integrated and safe care to women throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. The accreditation serves as both recognition and motivation to continue developing medical services at the hospital, reinforcing its position as a leading center for obstetric anesthesia and maternal intensive care. Dr. Qassim emphasized that this achievement ensures the hospital meets the highest international standards for patient safety and comfort. She expressed her heartfelt thanks to Minister of Health Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi and Undersecretary Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi for their ongoing support and commitment to advancing healthcare services, particularly in the field of obstetric anesthesia and maternal intensive care. Dr. Qassim also extended her sincere gratitude to Dr. Hoda Al-Foudari, Head of the Anesthesia, Intensive Care, and Pain Management Departments, as well as the department's staff, the Maternity Hospital Administration in the Sabah Specialized Medical District, and all relevant sectors for their dedication and teamwork, which played a crucial role in achieving this prestigious distinction. The International Society of Obstetric Anesthesia and Maternity Medicine, founded in 1968, is a global scientific and professional organization dedicated to improving the care of pregnant women and newborns. It supports research, training, and education in the fields of obstetric anesthesia and perinatal medicine, bringing together leading anesthesiologists, obstetricians, pediatricians, and scientists to enhance healthcare quality for mothers and newborns worldwide.
