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Arab News
18-05-2025
- Health
- Arab News
Weqaa runs experiments to improve Hajj health measures
RIYADH: The National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases, Weqaa, performed two experiments at holy sites near Makkah before the start of Hajj season this year. The first experiment focused on the detection of desert locusts in Muzdalifah, where a group of experts conducted surveillance, control and evaluation of locust populations. The second experiment focused on studying the possibility of an outbreak of an animal epidemic during the sacrifice of livestock in Hajj. This involved a team from Weqaa, in collaboration with other agencies, activating an emergency response plan and carrying out investigations and containment measures. Ghalib Al-Saedi, director of Weqaa in the Makkah region, said that the experiments were carried out to enhance field readiness, improve response efficiency and assess interagency coordination, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Hajj draws millions of pilgrims to Makkah every year, increasing health risks and requiring high-quality public health services to prevent disease outbreaks, manage emergencies and ensure the safety of pilgrims. The experiments were conducted in partnership with organizations in the Makkah region, including the Makkah branch of the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, the Ministry of Health, and the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites.
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
