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Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Health
- Qatar Tribune
Qatari Hajj Mission accompanies country's pilgrims in Muzdalifah and provides comprehensive health, religious care
MAKKAH: In a spiritual and religious atmosphere characterized by precise organization and integrated services, the supporting units of the Qatari Hajj Mission accompanied the pilgrims of the State of Qatar during their departure from Mount Arafat to Muzdalifah on the evening of Thursday, corresponding to the ninth of Dhul-Hijjah 1446 AH, via the Mashair Train. This was in accordance with the approved grouping plan, which was implemented smoothly in record time, providing the pilgrims of the State with safe and comfortable transportation to Muzdalifah, and then performing the remaining Hajj rituals with ease and peace of mind. This step comes as part of the ongoing efforts of the Qatari Hajj Mission, under the guidance of the State of Qatar's wise leadership, to provide a safe and exemplary Hajj experience that accompanies Qatari pilgrims at every location and point throughout the Hajj rituals. Extensive field participation by mission units Muzdalifah witnessed an active field presence from the mission's service and technical units, including: the medical unit, the Sharia unit, the Holy Sites Services unit, the monitoring and inspection unit, and the communication and support unit. These teams worked in complete harmony according to a unified plan, focusing on ensuring the comfort of pilgrims and providing direct logistical, health, and religious support during their stay in the holy site, in preparation for the stoning of the Jamarat al-Aqaba in Mina and the performance of the Tawaf al-Ifadah, which is one of the pillars of Hajj. Immediate medical care and field response The Qatari Hajj Mission's medical unit played a prominent role in providing medical support to the country's pilgrims in Muzdalifah. The unit deployed dismounted field medical teams to be present among the pilgrims, along with female medical and nursing staff to attend to the needs of the pilgrims and ensure their safety. A small field medical unit has also been established in Muzdalifah, equipped with all necessary equipment, medications, and supplies to receive emergency and critical cases. A mobile clinic is also equipped with the necessary medications, advanced medical equipment such as respirators, and a number of medical personnel in various specialties. In this context, Dr Mohammed Abu Khattab, Senior Consultant of Internal and Infectious Diseases and Member of the Medical Services Unit, explained that the mission was keen to send medical teams to accompany the pilgrims in Muzdalifah, with the presence of a paramedic equipped with the innovative rescue jacket (HT RESCUE JACKET), which is a miniature model of a portable ambulance, containing all the necessary equipment for rapid intervention in emergency cases, and which has won the admiration and approval of the responsible authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Last year, the medical unit was honoured for its initiative to include the rescue jacket in its work as an exclusive idea for the Qatari Hajj mission. Sharia Unit: Spiritual support and guidance on the correct rituals On the religious level, the Sharia Unit of the Qatari Hajj Mission played a vital role in accompanying pilgrims by providing fatwas and religious guidance, and by fostering reassurance within their hearts. Sheikh Dr Muhammad Mahmoud Al-Mahmoud, Head of the Sharia Unit, explained that the presence of Sharia Unit members with pilgrims in Muzdalifah aims to provide moral support and ensure that the rituals are performed in the correct Sharia manner. He added: 'We accompany the pilgrims from sunset on the Day of Arafah, guiding them to revive the sacred feelings in Muzdalifah with remembrance and supplication, and to prepare for the Day of Sacrifice in a manner befitting these great days.' For his part, Sheikh Fahd Al Mohammad, a member of the unit, emphasized the importance of embracing the spirituality of the ritual, saying: 'Rituals are not just movements, but rather a visit to God Almighty, and a remembrance of the greatness of the Prophet Abraham, peace be upon him, as he threw the pebbles at the Jamarat. Hajj is a scene of faith in which spiritual meanings are manifested in their most sublime forms.' Communication and Support Unit: Immediate response and comprehensive field coordination Continuing its daily efforts, the Communications and Support Unit continued its work around the clock, receiving reports and inquiries from pilgrims and coordinating directly with various units to ensure an immediate response to any emergency. The unit's field support teams were deployed around the camps and holy sites to monitor medical or logistical emergencies and respond quickly to them by accurately identifying their locations and directing pilgrims to appropriate assistance. The unit also provided a free calling service via the number (132) from within the State of Qatar, and (8003040444) from within the Kingdom for holders of a Qatari or Saudi line, in addition to guidance services and emergency reports via the 'Hajj Guide' application, which represents a modern digital platform that facilitates movement, interaction and instant guidance for the Qatari pilgrim. High-end field services from the Holy Sites Services Unit In the same context, the Holy Sites Services Unit has completed the preparation and equipment of the Qatari pilgrims' camps in Muzdalifah. The camp has been furnished with carpets and multi-purpose chairs that convert into beds depending on the pilgrim's needs. Fans equipped with mist are also available to provide a pleasant atmosphere. Complete meals and cold drinks are also available to all pilgrims. The unit emphasized that all these services aim to provide a calm and safe environment for the country's pilgrims during their stay in Muzdalifah, in preparation for completing their rituals, starting with the stoning of the Great Jamarat, the Tawaf al-Ifadah, and then returning to Mina to spend the Days of Tashreeq. For their part, a number of Qatari pilgrims from various Hajj campaigns expressed their great satisfaction with the services provided by the Qatari Hajj Mission in Muzdalifah, noting the availability of religious guidance, healthcare, food, restrooms, and ongoing administrative supervision. They praised the mission's efforts from the moment they arrived at Jeddah Airport until their transfer between the holy sites. They also noted the quality of the camps, especially in Arafat, which has witnessed comprehensive development this year. They also emphasized that the level of field organization in Muzdalifah was top-notch. Pilgrims also commended the Qatari Hajj Mission's fruitful cooperation with the relevant authorities in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which, through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and all relevant agencies, provided all necessary security and service facilities, enabling pilgrims to perform the rituals smoothly and safely. The Qatari Hajj Mission affirms that the success achieved in transporting pilgrims from their residences in Makkah Al-Mukarramah to Mina and Arafat, then to Muzdalifah, and following up on their journey on the ground, is part of a comprehensive plan developed by the Qatari Hajj Mission, with close follow-up from the Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs and Head of the Qatari Mission. The efforts of all supporting units are integrated to provide the best possible Hajj experience for Qatari pilgrims. The Qatari mission will continue to perform its duties until the end of the Hajj rituals, passing through the days of Tashreeq in Mina, and until the pilgrims perform the farewell Tawaf and return to their homeland safely, after having performed the fifth pillar of Islam in an easy and faithful atmosphere.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Enhabit (EHAB) Q1 Earnings Top Estimates
Enhabit (EHAB) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.10 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.07 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.07 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 42.86%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this provider of home health and hospice services would post earnings of $0.05 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.04, delivering a surprise of -20%. Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times. Enhabit , which belongs to the Zacks Medical Services industry, posted revenues of $259.9 million for the quarter ended March 2025, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.56%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $262.4 million. The company has not been able to beat consensus revenue estimates over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call. Enhabit shares have added about 2.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's decline of -4.7%. While Enhabit has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock? There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions. Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Enhabit: favorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to outperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.09 on $267.14 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $0.37 on $1.07 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year. Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Medical Services is currently in the top 27% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1. One other stock from the same industry, Natera (NTRA), is yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2025. The results are expected to be released on May 8. This genetic testing company is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.59 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -5.4%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. Natera's revenues are expected to be $443.34 million, up 20.6% from the year-ago quarter. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Enhabit, Inc. (EHAB) : Free Stock Analysis Report Natera, Inc. (NTRA) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Former steering committee member Andrew Spain running for seat on PSD Board of Education
Andrew Spain gained a lot of insight into the Poudre School District while serving as a parent representative last year on the Facilities Planning Steering Committee that was tasked with recommending school consolidations and closures to address declining enrollment. That insight, he said April 7, revealed not only the challenges the district was facing but also opportunities to do some things that 'are pretty doggone amazing.' And it's why he's running for a seat on the Poudre School District Board of Education in District E in the November election. Incumbent Carolyn Reed, first appointed to the board to fill a vacancy in 2015 and re-elected twice since then, is term-limited and cannot run again. Spain filed his formal candidate paperwork March 30 with the Colorado Secretary of State's office and has already started distributing a one-page flyer listing his qualifications, accomplishments and goals for the school board. Spain, 58, and his wife, Beth, live in Wellington and are both graduates of PSD schools. Between them, they have seven children, ranging in age from 16 to 32. More: Timnath annexes 50-acre site Poudre School District bought in 1999 for possible new school Plans to close and consolidate some schools, as recommended by the Facilities Planning Steering Committee, were ultimately scrapped by the Board of Education last spring following widespread community opposition. Declining enrollment and the associated cuts in per-pupil spending, though, remain and will continue to be a major focus of the school board in the coming years, Spain said. 'We, as a district, are facing both significant challenges as well as tremendous opportunity as far as where the school district can go,' Spain said. 'Having graduated in the school district and having kids in the school district, I would like to be part of identifying and creating those solutions long-term.' Andrew Spain, a Wellington resident and graduate of Fort Collins High School, is running for a seat on the Poudre School District Board of Education in the November 2025 election. Spain has a Ph.D. in educational leadership and policy analysis from the University of Missouri and works as the associate executive director for the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, he said. Spain also holds bachelor's and master's degrees in political science, from the universities of Northern Colorado and Missouri, respectively; has been a licensed paramedic in both Colorado and Missouri for more than 30 years; and served as director of the Emergency Medical Services Education program at the University of Missouri. 'I think I bring a lot of skills, abilities and experience to being able to help identify solutions and solve the problems and move the district into some amazing things moving forward,' Spain said. 'The community has such an appetite for it; we obviously saw that with the consolidation efforts. The community wants really high-quality education available to the students. There are so many things that I think we're going to be able to do that are pretty doggone amazing when it comes down to it.' Reporter Kelly Lyell covers education, breaking news, some sports and other topics of interest for the Coloradoan. Contact him at kellylyell@ and This article originally appeared on Fort Collins Coloradoan: Former steering committee member running for seat on PSD school board
New Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Work begins for complex at Command Hospital in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Foundation stone was laid for the construction of a new modern multi-storied hospital complex at Command Hospital Air Force Bengaluru here on Tuesday. Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Training Command, unveiled the foundation stone in the presence of Air Marshal, Director General Medical Services (Air), Sandeep Thareja from the Air HQ. The present structure of the Command Hospital is 157 years old and can handle an OPD of nearly 3 lakh patients, with 21,000 admissions yearly. According to a press release, with the increasing workload, along with the need to incorporate rapid advancements in healthcare technology, the hospital demands a modern infrastructure with adequate scope for expansion in the future. The project on completion shall be a state-of-the-art 800-bed facility, with 16 modular operation theatres, modern ICUs, high-end diagnostic services including advanced imaging and laboratory facilities with a pneumatic chute system. Intelligent design components of the hospital, like OPDs on lower floors, spacious lifts and escalators, will offer convenient access for patients, including the differently-abled. Digitisation and an Integrated Hospital Information System will reduce patient wait times. The facility will adhere to GRIHA 3-star norms, incorporating rainwater harvesting systems, solar power generation of one megawatt capacity and a high capacity effluent treatment plant contributing towards a sustainable and environment friendly ecosystem, the release added.
Saba Yemen
20-03-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Gaza ambulance unit: Israel destroyed all medical vehicles
Gaza - Saba: Fares Afana, director of the ambulance unit at the Medical Services, said on Thursday that the Zionist enemy destroyed all medical service vehicles, "and there is only one vehicle left in the northern Gaza Strip." SAFA News Agency quoted Afana as saying that after the enemy targeted a mourning house in northern Gaza yesterday, the martyrs and wounded were transported in private vehicles, "and the dilapidated ambulances arrived too late." The director of the ambulance unit appealed to everyone and all those with a conscience to supply the northern Gaza Strip with ambulances. Afana said, "The number of ambulances at all operating medical facilities is insufficient for the scale of the Zionist crime and genocide, especially in the northern Gaza Strip." He pointed out that the vehicles of the Civil Defense and other institutions are dilapidated, amid the ongoing killing and genocide. The enemy continues its violation of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, which went into effect on January 19 and lasted for about two months, after 471 days of genocide. At dawn on Tuesday, March 18, the enemy resumed its barbaric aggression on the Strip with dozens of airstrikes, killing more than 400 people and wounding 500 within hours, most of them children and women. At the beginning of March, the first phase of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, which lasted 42 days, ended. It included a prisoner exchange deal in several stages and a limited withdrawal of the enemy army, followed by the return of displaced persons to their destroyed homes. The enemy evaded entering into the second phase of the ceasefire agreement, which was supposed to last for 42 days, followed by a third phase of the same duration, leading to a permanent cessation of fire and aggression. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
