º£½ÇÖ±²¥

Saudi Health Ministry completes school fitness, vaccination checks for 355,000 students

The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Public Health Authority, has completed verification of school fitness tests and vaccinations for new students enrolling this academic year through primary healthcare centers throughout the Kingdom. (SPA/File Photo)
The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Public Health Authority, has completed verification of school fitness tests and vaccinations for new students enrolling this academic year through primary healthcare centers throughout the Kingdom. (SPA/File Photo)
Short Url
Updated 16 sec ago

Saudi Health Ministry completes school fitness, vaccination checks for 355,000 students

Saudi Health Ministry completes school fitness, vaccination checks for 355,000 students
  • Verification procedures have been completed for about 355,000 male and female students

RIYADH: The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Public Health Authority, has completed verification of school fitness tests and vaccinations for new students enrolling this academic year through primary healthcare centers throughout the Kingdom.

The ministry said this step enhances prevention and improves health service quality for all age groups, aligning with the Health Sector Transformation Program under Vision 2030, which aims to build a vibrant society with sustainable health.

Verification procedures have been completed for about 355,000 male and female students, with educational paths determined based on test results, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

The ministry said that 96 percent of basic vaccinations have been administered, alongside efforts to raise family awareness about identified cases.

The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to its supervisory and regulatory role, ensuring preventive and therapeutic services for all age groups according to top international standards, thereby enhancing community health and quality of life.


UAE leader welcomes Jordanian King on state visit to Abu Dhabi

UAE leader welcomes Jordanian King on state visit to Abu Dhabi
Updated 07 September 2025

UAE leader welcomes Jordanian King on state visit to Abu Dhabi

UAE leader welcomes Jordanian King on state visit to Abu Dhabi

DUBAI: UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed King Abduallah bin Al Hussien of Jordan in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, reported state news agency WAM. 

Accompanied by Crown Prince Al Hussein, Prime Minister Jafar Hassan and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Al Safadi, along with several senior Jordanian officials.


Riyadh to host global health expo in October

Riyadh to host global health expo in October
Updated 07 September 2025

Riyadh to host global health expo in October

Riyadh to host global health expo in October
  • The event is sponsored by the Ministry of Health and supported by the Health Sector Transformation Program, part of Vision 2030, the Saudi Press Agency reported

RIYADH: The Saudi capital will host the eighth Global Health Exhibition from Oct. 27 to 30 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center under the theme “Invest in Health.â€

The event is sponsored by the Ministry of Health and supported by the Health Sector Transformation Program, part of Vision 2030, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

It will feature more than 2,000 exhibitors, 500 speakers, and at least 20 international pavilions, serving as a platform for knowledge exchange and health and digital innovations.

Building on the 2024 edition, which highlighted King Faisal Specialist Hospital’s robotic heart transplant, the exhibition will focus on practical solutions to healthcare challenges.

The previous edition also showcased Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell production for cancer treatment, a virtual reality command center for medical education, and pharmacogenetic analysis services for personalized medication.

The King Abdullah Ear Specialist Center at King Saud University recently performed the region’s first cochlear implant surgery using a robotic hand, reflecting ongoing medical progress.

The exhibition offers healthcare professionals, students, and researchers opportunities to network, attend scientific sessions, and explore career paths.


MicroX launches new courses to upskill Saudi youth

MicroX launches new courses to upskill Saudi youth
Updated 07 September 2025

MicroX launches new courses to upskill Saudi youth

MicroX launches new courses to upskill Saudi youth

RIYADH: The MicroX initiative, part of the Human Capability Development Program under Saudi Vision 2030, has launched more than 60 new specialized courses to help equip youngsters with advanced skills.

The programs will be offered through Saudi universities in collaboration with government entities, and hosted on the national e-learning platform FutureX, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

The courses cover key sectors such as technology, health, management, culture, and cybersecurity, along with specialized tracks in public health, heritage, strategic marketing, and event management.

This expansion reflects national efforts to advance digital education and training, providing flexible, short-term learning opportunities aligned with labor market needs, the SPA added.

So far, more than 7,000 trainees have benefited from MicroX, which aims to launch 350 short university programs with Saudi universities and sectoral institutions to meet workforce demand and keep pace with rapid industry changes.


º£½ÇÖ±²¥ hosts first Arab maritime meeting

º£½ÇÖ±²¥ hosts first Arab maritime meeting
Updated 07 September 2025

º£½ÇÖ±²¥ hosts first Arab maritime meeting

º£½ÇÖ±²¥ hosts first Arab maritime meeting

RIYADH: º£½ÇÖ±²¥ hosted the first meeting of Arab maritime authorities, in coordination with the International Maritime Organization, on the sidelines of the second Sustainable Maritime Industry Conference in Jeddah, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

The meeting set out to unify efforts and strengthen technical cooperation between Arab maritime authorities and the IMO by developing joint programs and partnerships to enhance the efficiency of Arab maritime operations and support sustainability and sector growth.

The event was led by the Deputy for Maritime at the Transport General Authority Essam Al-Amari, and Kamal Al-Junaidi, º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s permanent representative to the IMO, both of whom played a pivotal role in organizing the meeting.

Their efforts helped create an effective dialogue environment, enhancing coordination among Arab authorities and opening avenues for regional and international cooperation, the SPA added.

The Sustainable Maritime Industry Conference is a global platform that brings together leaders, decision-makers, and experts in maritime transport and logistics, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to innovation and sustainable development in the sector.


KSrelief continues aid initiatives across the region

KSrelief continues aid initiatives across the region
Updated 07 September 2025

KSrelief continues aid initiatives across the region

KSrelief continues aid initiatives across the region

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief continued its aid initiatives in Lebanon, Yemen, Afghanistan and Syria reported state news agency SPA on Saturday.

In Afghanistan, the aid agency distributed 904 food packages benefiting 5,424 Afghans who returned from Pakistan to the Omari camp in Nangarhar province.   

Similarly, in Lebanon's Tripoli, the agency provided 331 food packages to families in need benefiting 1,655 individuals and 1,300 food baskets to 1,300 families in Rif Dimashq Governorate, Syria.

Meanwhile in Yemen, the aid agency distributed 90 agricultural seeds and veterinary kits in Marib governorate in support of its sustainable and agricultural project in Yemen. 

Deputy Governor of Marib Abdrabuh Miftah said the project is vital for empowering farmers and enhancing local food security and noted that it will help train veterinarians to provide essential animal health services in rural areas.

KSrelief additionally distributed 60 tents and 60 shelter bags to individuals affected by a low-pressure system in Aden Governorate, benefiting 360 people.

Finally, KSrelief inaugurated a sewage treatment plant and delivered six garbage transport trucks to the Yemeni side in Marib Governorate. 

The plant includes 10 sedimentation tanks, a dedicated operation and control room, and an agricultural nursery.

Miftah praised the project, stressing that it will contribute to enhancing environmental health, combating disease, and preventing groundwater pollution.