Hail Certified Healthy City, Surpassing Global Standards
Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Hail, Saudi Arabia, has been officially recognized as a Healthy City by the World Health Organization, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.
- The city surpasses global standards in air quality, green spaces, and regular physical activity among its residents.
- The Minister of Health highlighted Hail's integrated healthcare model and comprehensive educational system as key factors in its success.
The recent accreditation of Hail as a Healthy City by the World Health Organization marks a significant achievement for the region and a proud moment for Saudi Arabia. This recognition, presented by the Minister of Health, Fahd Al-Jalajel, to Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Saud, embodies the successful implementation of the "health in all policies" approach, a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030.
Hail is a Healthy City according to the standards of the World Health Organization, in a model that embodies the integration of efforts and translates "health in all policies" into reality.
Hail's success is not merely a matter of meeting criteria; it reflects a tangible improvement in the quality of life for its residents. The data presented is compelling: over half the community actively participates in regular physical activity, demonstrating a profound shift towards a health-conscious lifestyle. Furthermore, the city's green spaces have expanded significantly, with per capita availability exceeding global benchmarks, and its air quality is demonstrably superior, outperforming international standards by a notable margin. These are not abstract statistics but indicators of a healthier, safer environment for everyone in Hail.
more than half of the community engages in regular physical activity, indicating advanced health awareness, while the green spaces in Hail exceed 3.5 million square meters, with an individual share of about 9.5 square meters, surpassing the global standard.
The integrated healthcare system, spearheaded by the Hail Health Cluster, is a model for the nation, ensuring that quality medical services are accessible to all. Coupled with a robust educational infrastructure, including a university and technical colleges, Hail is fostering a knowledgeable and capable populace. This comprehensive development, touching upon lifestyle, environment, healthcare, and education, positions Hail as a prime example of the integrated development envisioned by Saudi Vision 2030, creating a truly vibrant and thriving community.
Hail stands out in terms of air quality, exceeding the global standard by about 35%, indicating a healthy and safe environment.
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by Okaz in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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