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Saudi Gazette
6 days ago
- General
- Saudi Gazette
Hospitals and health teams gear up to tackle heat stress cases at holy sites
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Health Affairs Department at the Ministry of National Guard has allocated an integrated center to address heat stress cases in Arafat as part of its health plan for this year's Hajj season. The center, with a capacity of 20 beds, is fully equipped to quickly respond to cases of heat strokes and heat-related stress. The ministry also equipped its Mina hospital with a capacity of 26 beds, including emergency units, inpatient beds, cardiopulmonary resuscitation rooms, isolation rooms for infectious diseases, and specialized units for the immediate treatment of heat stress cases. The department has made available 10 state-of-the-art ambulances to handle emergency cases and transport them when needed. These ambulances are staffed around the clock by medical and nursing teams specialized in critical specialties, including emergency, critical care, internal medicine, preventive medicine, and epidemiology. Through this plan, the Health Affairs Department at the Ministry of National Guard seeks to ensure comprehensive and effective medical care for pilgrims. These services include preventive and curative care, infection control, water and food safety monitoring, and awareness and vaccination campaigns, which started before the start of the Hajj pilgrimage. The Ministry of Health has given top priority for the prevention of heat-related illnesses. It urged pilgrims to use umbrellas, drink water regularly, even if they are not thirsty, and wear light-colored, lightweight clothing. Symptoms of heat stress include headache, dizziness, excessive sweating, thirst, and nausea. Upon noticing these, pilgrims should immediately move to a shaded area, cool down with water, and drink plenty of fluids. Pilgrims are advised to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 am and 4 pm, refrain from walking on hot surfaces, and exercise caution when engaging in strenuous activities, such as climbing mountains, on the Day of Arafat, which can increase the risk of heat stress. The ministry affirmed that the health sector is highly prepared, with over 34 equipped field health units strategically distributed across the holy sites. These units provide urgent medical care and rapid response for heat stress cases, enhancing pilgrim safety. The ministry has also launched a health awareness kit, available in eight languages, offering comprehensive healt h guidelines.
Saudi Gazette
18-05-2025
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Filipino conjoined twins undergo medical evaluation after arrival in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Filipino conjoined twin sisters —Klea and Maurice Ann— were undergoing medical checkups to evaluate the possibility of performing a separation surgery at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital under the Ministry of National Guard. Accompanied by their parents, the twins arrived at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh from the Philippines on Saturday. This is in line with the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. Advisor at the Royal Court, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), and head of the medical and surgical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah expressed his deepest gratitude to King Salman and the Crown Prince for this humanitarian initiative. He stated that the initiative embodies the noble values and firm principles of Saudi Arabia in extending aid to those in need, affirming its global leadership in the humanitarian and medical fields. This, he noted, has helped establish the Kingdom's position as an advanced international medical reference. Dr. Al-Rabeeah also pointed out that the program is one of the most prominent humanitarian models and a cornerstone of the global relief response, reflecting the Kingdom's principles of mercy and human solidarity without discrimination, in fulfillment of its noble mission to preserve human dignity regardless of color, race, or religion. The family of the Filipino twins expressed their deep gratitude to the King and the Crown Prince for their generous care and warm reception, as well as the comprehensive medical attention received by their kids. They appreciated the vital role of the program and the efforts of the medical and surgical team to ensure the safety of their children. The Saudi Conjoined Twins Program has performed two successful separation surgeries on conjoined twins from the Philippines over its 35-year history.
Argaam
10-03-2025
- Business
- Argaam
Al Ashghal Al Moysra bags SAR 33M project with National Guard Ministry
Al Ashghal Al Moysra Co. said it was awarded on March 9 a project by the Ministry of National Guard, valued at SAR 32.7 million. The scope of work covered maintenance, cleaning, and operation of public buildings and residential units at King Khalid Residential City in Taif, according to a statement to Tadawul. The company is in the process of completing the necessary signatures and procedures, and it expects to sign the contract on April 10, 2025.
Arab News
07-02-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Saudi forces conclude military exercises
RIYADH: The Commander of the Royal Saudi Air Force Lt. Gen. Prince Turki bin Bandar attended the closing ceremony of the 'Victory Spears 2025' exercise at the Air Warfare Center in Dhahran on Thursday. The exercise involved the Saudi Armed Forces, Ministry of National Guard, Presidency of State Security, National Cybersecurity Authority, and forces from 15 nations. Prince Turki also laid the foundation stone for the first expansion of the center, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The exercise included various air and maritime operations, demonstrating a high level of readiness in planning, preparation and execution by the armed forces, the SPA added. Prince Turki highlighted that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman inaugurated the Air Warfare Center in 2019, with a vision to make it a world-class facility. Prince Turki emphasized the inclusion of cyber warfare as a new dimension of the exercise, underscoring the air force's commitment to developing the center. He thanked Saud Arabia's leadership for continuing to support initiatives that have enabled the Royal Saudi Air Force to achieve the highest levels of combat readiness.
Gulf Insider
28-01-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabian: 'Victory Spears 2025' Exercise Launches In Dhahran
Armed forces from 15 friendly nations are taking part in the 'Victory Spears 2025' military exercise in Dhahran on Monday. The 'Victory Spears 2025' military exercise began at the Air Warfare Center in Dhahran on Monday. Various branches of the Saudi Armed Forces, the Ministry of National Guard, the Presidency of State Security (PSS), and forces from 15 friendly nations are taking part in the drill. The exercise aims to enhance combat readiness and exchange expertise in planning and executing joint and combined tactical operations. 1 month ago 2 weeks ago 7 months ago
