Deputy Minister of Health monitors health facilities readiness at Kuwait Airport - Sarmad
The Deputy Minister of Health inspected health facilities at Kuwait International Airport to enhance coordination with Public Works and ensure emergency readiness.
Translated by Qiyas from سرمد — Original source
Deputy Minister of Health, Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah, inspected health facilities at Kuwait International Airport today, Thursday, to assess their readiness and strengthen coordination with the Ministry of Public Works to ensure continuity and efficient response to emergency cases.
In a press statement, the Ministry of Health said the Deputy Minister’s tour included health facilities at the Airport Health Center, Passenger Terminal Buildings T1, T4, and T5, and the new Passenger Terminal Building T2.
It clarified that the tour covered health clinics in the arrivals and departures halls, the main clinic, and quarantine facilities to assess their readiness and discuss observations and necessary requirements.
The tour also included reviewing the work process and medical and preventive services provided to travelers and staff, as well as medical equipment and health personnel, and assessing readiness to handle medical and emergency cases and ensuring round-the-clock service continuity.
The Deputy Minister reviewed thermal monitoring systems and procedures for tracking infectious diseases and managing suspected cases, alongside health preparations related to the operation of the new Passenger Terminal Building T2.
The Deputy Minister held a meeting with the Deputy Minister of Public Works, Engineer Kifaya Al-Najdi, at Building T2, attended by the Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs, Dr. Al-Mundhir Al-Hasawi, the Director General of the General Administration of Construction and Major Projects, Engineer Duha Al-Dahiyah, and officials and specialists from both ministries.
The meeting reviewed the medical and technical preparations of health facilities, discussed operational requirements, health surveillance systems, preventive procedures, and mechanisms for handling emergency cases and infectious diseases.
The Ministry of Health emphasized that follow-up coordination with the Ministry of Public Works is part of its efforts to enhance health readiness at border crossings, improve emergency response efficiency, and ensure the provision of comprehensive medical and preventive services that contribute to protecting the health of travelers and staff.
