Deputy Minister of Health Inspects Readiness of Health Facilities at Kuwait International Airport and New Terminal
Sheikh Dr. Salman Al-Khalifa Al-Sabah inspected the operational readiness and medical services at Kuwait International Airport and the new T2 terminal, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Works to ensure continuity of health services.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
He reviewed the medical equipment, operational preparations, and mechanisms for handling emergency cases.
Deputy Minister of Health Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah inspected the facilities and health services at Kuwait International Airport to assess their operational readiness, the level of medical services and preventive measures, as well as to monitor health preparations for the operation of the new passenger terminal "T2," in coordination with the Ministry of Public Works.
The Ministry of Health stated in a press release that the tour, accompanied by Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs Dr. Al-Mundhir Al-Husawi, included visits to the airport health center and the health clinics in passenger terminals "T1," "T4," and "T5." During these visits, he reviewed the progress of work and the medical and preventive services provided to travelers and staff, as well as the medical equipment and health personnel, assessing the readiness to handle medical and emergency cases and ensuring the continuity of services around the clock.
The ministry added that the deputy minister also reviewed thermal surveillance systems and procedures for monitoring infectious diseases and managing suspected cases, along with health preparations related to the operation of the new terminal.
It was clarified that Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah held a meeting with Undersecretary of the Ministry of Public Works, Engineer Kifaya Al-Najdi, at the new passenger terminal "T2," in the presence of Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs Dr. Al-Mundhir Al-Husawi, Director General of the General Administration of Construction and Major Projects, Engineer Duha Al-Dahi, and a number of officials and specialists from both ministries.
The meeting discussed the medical and technical equipment for health facilities, operational requirements, health surveillance systems, and preventive measures, as well as mechanisms for handling emergency cases and infectious diseases.
The visit also included an inspection of health clinics in the arrivals and departures halls, the main clinic, and quarantine facilities, to assess their readiness and discuss observations and requirements necessary to complete preparations.
The ministry emphasized that this follow-up is conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Public Works, as part of efforts to enhance health readiness at border crossings, improve emergency response efficiency, and ensure the provision of comprehensive medical and preventive services to protect the health of travelers and staff.
