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Leaders
24-03-2025
- Health
- Leaders
Saudi Arabia Observes World Tuberculosis Day with Commitment to Eradication
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia joins the global community in marking World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, observed annually on March 24, under this year's theme: 'Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver.' The campaign aims to raise awareness about TB prevention, treatment access, and the disease's health, social, and economic impacts while working to reduce infection rates. World Tuberculosis Day According to the Ministry of Health, TB remains one of the world's deadliest infectious diseases, with 1.5 million deaths and 9.9 million cases reported in 2020 alone. Although global efforts have saved 66 million lives since 2000, TB continues to claim over 4,100 lives daily. In parallel, the National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Weqaa) is focusing on bovine tuberculosis, a zoonotic disease prioritized in the Kingdom. Through workshops and seminars, Weqaa educates livestock owners and health professionals on detection, prevention, and control measures to combat the disease. Related Topics : Saudi Arabia Urges Umrah Pilgrims to Prioritize Physical Fitness Camel milk: medicine or disease? Activities for World Mental Health Day 2024 Kick off in Al-Baha Saudi Health Ministry to Launch 5th Annual 'Walk 30' at Sports Boulevard Short link : Post Views: 7
Argaam
25-02-2025
- Business
- Argaam
Al Ashghal Al Moysra awarded 2 project worth SAR 11.1M
Al Ashghal Al Moysra Co. won on Feb. 24 a SAR 6.6 million project from the National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Weqaa Center). According to a statement to Tadawul, the company pointed out that the contract is expected to be signed on March 25. The scope of work covers providing veterinary medical sample transportation services. In a separate statement, the company announced the award of another project on Feb. 24 by Madinah Health Cluster, with a total value of SAR 4.54 million. The contract is expected to be signed on March 24, the statement noted, adding that it covers the development of the emergency department at Uhud Hospital in Madinah. The company is in the process of completing the necessary signatures and procedures for both the projects, the statement added. There are no related parties to the deals.
Argaam
09-02-2025
- Business
- Argaam
Lana wins SAR 1.5M project from Weqaa Center
Lana Medical Co. won today, Feb. 9, a SAR 1.5 million project from the National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Weqaa Center). In a statement to Tadawul, the company said the scope of work covers the transport and treatment of the center's veterinary medical waste, based on project documents, specifications, and quantity schedules. The relevant financial impact is expected to materialize as of Q2 2025, the statement added.
