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Muscat Daily
2 days ago
- Health
- Muscat Daily
RO3.4mn drug rehab centre opens in Amerat
Muscat – Ministry of Health (MoH) inaugurated Muscat Rehabilitation Centre in Amerat, a specialised facility for addiction recovery built at cost of RO3.4mn, on Monday. It was funded in two phases, the first supported by Petroleum Development Oman with RO2.5mn, and the second by Al Jisr Foundation with RO900,000. MoH outfitted the centre with medical equipment, devices and furnishings. Opened under the patronage of Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, in the presence of H E Dr Hilal Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, the centre is part of Oman's broader healthcare development strategy and Vision 2040 goals. Dr Yousef al Farsi, Director General of Health in the governorate, said the centre offers a structured treatment approach, starting with detoxification, followed by short-term psychological rehabilitation and long-term care to reintegrate individuals into society. 'This approach seeks to provide real opportunities for a return to a normal and healthy life, thereby directly contributing to enhancing community safety and the psychological stability of society members,' he said. The centre includes five inpatient wards with total capacity of 130 beds – 96 for males and 34 for females – including detoxification and short-term rehabilitation units. It also has a separate ward with ten beds for those referred for compulsory treatment and a long-term rehabilitation unit with 40 beds. Jumana al Zadjali of Al Jisr Foundation described the facility as a joint public-private-civil society effort, offering multidisciplinary services such as medical care, psychotherapy, physiotherapy and vocational training. The centre includes outpatient clinics, labs, a pharmacy and recreational spaces.
Zawya
11-04-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Oman launches new National Health Policy
Muscat – The Ministry of Health (MoH) on Wednesday launched the National Health Policy (NHP), marking a major step in advancing the sultanate's healthcare system and aligning health priorities with Oman Vision 2040. NHP was launched under the patronage of H E Sayyid Dr Sultan bin Ya'arub al Busaidi, Advisor at the Private Office, and attended by H E Dr Hilal Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, senior government officials, international health representatives, and key stakeholders from across Oman's health sector. H E Dr Ahmed Salem al Mandhari, Undersecretary for Health Planning and Regulation in MoH, said the new policy was developed through a participatory process to ensure its alignment with national goals and responsiveness to global health developments. He emphasised that the policy is based on the principle of 'Health for All, by All', that prioritises the need for collaboration across sectors including education, housing, income, environment, and employment. 'To that end, the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach has been adopted to promote cross-sector collaboration and integration,' he said. The HiAP framework is intended to strengthen public health, support health equity, and ensure that health is considered in policy decisions across government entities. H E Mandhari also referenced existing national initiatives including the committees on non-communicable diseases, tobacco control, and school health. He noted Oman's plans to host the third Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance later this year. Dr Hana Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, welcomed Oman's new policy, noting its alignment with the WHO's Fourteenth General Programme of Work, and the Strategic Operational Plan for the Eastern Mediterranean Region 2025-28. She pointed to its emphasis on health workforce development, access to medicines, and addressing substance use. 'Oman has demonstrated strong commitment to health as a shared responsibility, grounded in sustainability, governance and inclusive partnerships,' she said. Dr Qasim al Salmi, Director General of Planning at MoH, presented key aspects of the new policy, which replaces the 1992 framework. He outlined its guiding principles and structural enablers designed to meet future challenges, including demographic shifts, rising non-communicable diseases, population ageing, and the sustainability of healthcare financing. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Muscat Daily
09-04-2025
- Health
- Muscat Daily
Oman launches new National Health Policy
Muscat – The Ministry of Health (MoH) on Wednesday launched the National Health Policy (NHP), marking a major step in advancing the sultanate's healthcare system and aligning health priorities with Oman Vision 2040. NHP was launched under the patronage of H E Sayyid Dr Sultan bin Ya'arub al Busaidi, Advisor at the Private Office, and attended by H E Dr Hilal Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, senior government officials, international health representatives, and key stakeholders from across Oman's health sector. H E Dr Ahmed Salem al Mandhari, Undersecretary for Health Planning and Regulation in MoH, said the new policy was developed through a participatory process to ensure its alignment with national goals and responsiveness to global health developments. He emphasised that the policy is based on the principle of 'Health for All, by All', that prioritises the need for collaboration across sectors including education, housing, income, environment, and employment. 'To that end, the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach has been adopted to promote cross-sector collaboration and integration,' he said. The HiAP framework is intended to strengthen public health, support health equity, and ensure that health is considered in policy decisions across government entities. H E Mandhari also referenced existing national initiatives including the committees on non-communicable diseases, tobacco control, and school health. He noted Oman's plans to host the third Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance later this year. Dr Hana Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, welcomed Oman's new policy, noting its alignment with the WHO's Fourteenth General Programme of Work, and the Strategic Operational Plan for the Eastern Mediterranean Region 2025-28. She pointed to its emphasis on health workforce development, access to medicines, and addressing substance use. 'Oman has demonstrated strong commitment to health as a shared responsibility, grounded in sustainability, governance and inclusive partnerships,' she said. Dr Qasim al Salmi, Director General of Planning at MoH, presented key aspects of the new policy, which replaces the 1992 framework. He outlined its guiding principles and structural enablers designed to meet future challenges, including demographic shifts, rising non-communicable diseases, population ageing, and the sustainability of healthcare financing.
