Author: Editorial Team
The Cardiac Center at King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah, a facility within the Makkah Health Cluster, has successfully saved the life of an Indian pilgrim who suffered a heart attack resulting in complete cardiac and circulatory arrest. The rapid resuscitation was achieved through a highly precise medical intervention utilizing a mobile veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) device, showcasing the elite tier of specialized care available to pilgrims during the Hajj season. Following the initial emergency, the patient was transferred to intensive care and supervised by a multidisciplinary task force comprising experts in cardiac intensive care, ECMO operations, cardiac…
MINA — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) revealed that Mina recorded a temperature of 45 degrees Celsius on Monday, the Day of Tarwiyah, with wind speeds reaching 26 km/h and humidity levels peaking at 36 percent. NCM stated that Arafat has remained the hottest among the holy sites since the start of the season, having recorded 48 degrees Celsius last Saturday. Preliminary readings indicate that temperatures in Arafat could reach approximately 45 degrees Celsius during peak hours on Tuesday, the Arafat Day. NCM spokesperson Hussein Al-Qahtani said that the center continues to monitor weather conditions at the holy sites…
MINA — Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel visited the field hospital of the Ministry of Interior in Arafat on Monday. During the visit, he reviewed the hospital’s readiness and the healthcare services provided during the Hajj days. The minister listened to a briefing on the hospital’s operational capacity, service delivery pathways, and procedures for handling urgent and emergency cases, including heat exhaustion and sunstroke. The briefing also covered resuscitation services, short-term intensive care, medical observation, infection control measures, and preventive medicine services. Al-Jalajel also reviewed the latest operational developments at the field hospital and its role in supporting the healthcare…
The Dubai Dining Awards 2026, presented by KT Luxe, celebrate the venues and visionaries redefining how the city experiences hospitality today. From boundary-pushing immersive concepts and refined tasting menus to homegrown success stories and cultural tastemakers, here are this year’s winners shaping the city’s distinct dining landscape. Krasota Best Sensory Experience Krasota felt genuinely unlike anything else I have tried in Dubai this year, or ever for that matter. From the moment the experience begins, you are completely immersed in a world where food, technology, sound, art and storytelling all work together in a way that feels incredibly considered rather…
Takeda, the patient-focused global biopharmaceutical company, is reinforcing its commitment to improving the lives of people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Saudi Arabia through a series of awareness and educational initiatives. This effort is complemented by the advancement of an innovative digital health solution designed to support patient education, awareness, and engagement throughout the patient journey. IBD, including Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis, is becoming increasingly common both worldwide and in Saudi Arabia. Once classed as a rare disease, rates across the Kingdom are on the rise, representing a growing burden on patients and healthcare systems. IBD typically…
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MINA — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah visited the Hajj Operations Center (Command and Control) at the Public Security Directorate as part of ongoing field follow-up of operational preparations for the 2026 Hajj season. During the visit, the minister reviewed the progress of operational activities, as well as field coordination and monitoring mechanisms, reinforcing integration among relevant entities and supporting the efficiency of operations management throughout the season to serve pilgrims. He also visited the performance efficiency enhancement centers at the holy sites operated by Kidana Development Company, the executive arm of the Royal Commission for Makkah City…
MINA — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stressed the importance of pilgrims adhering to the approved crowd management plans and their designated schedules, contributing to the smooth movement between the holy sites and enhancing their safety and comfort. The ministry called on pilgrims to follow the programs of their assigned Hajj service providing companies, comply with specified crowd management schedules, and avoid moving individually outside the organized system. “The compliance with crowd management plans reflects pilgrims’ awareness and commitment to performing the rituals properly, helping to ensure a smooth and convenient experience for all pilgrims,” the ministry pointed out.…
More than 30 cafés across the UAE are inviting residents to stop by for a complimentary or discounted coffee while learning more about multiple sclerosis (MS), as part of a nationwide awareness initiative taking place on May 30 and 31. The campaign, launched in collaboration with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), aims to spark conversations around the neurological condition through simple, community-led experiences built around coffee culture and social gatherings. Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and body. Symptoms can vary widely and may include fatigue, numbness, vision…
King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) rehabilitated on Friday the building of the veterinary clinic center in Ghail Bawazir District and the health unit of the Animal Health and Veterinary Quarantine Department in Seiyun District, Hadhramaut Governorate, as part of the Sustainable Agriculture and Fisheries Empowerment program in Yemen. The program aims to support the resilience of farmers and fishermen in the governorates of Marib, Hadhramaut, Al Mahrah, Shabwah, and Socotra by contributing to food production for local markets through several interventions. The aid comes within the framework of the humanitarian and development programs provided by the Kingdom…