The World Health Organization (WHO) awarded the municipalities of Doha and Al Rayyan its “Healthy City” title in a ceremony earlier this week. The event, which took place in Msheireb Downtown, was organised by the Ministry of Public Health in collaboration with the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) and Qatar Foundation (QF). The WHO also named QF’s Education City a “Healthy Education City”. What’s a Healthy City?The WHO defines a healthy city as “an urban area which maintains and improves the social and natural environment and enables people to support each other through developing their potential to promote health”.…
Author: Tesneem Ayoub
The first phase of ticket sale applications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 has started. Residents and visitors to Qatar can now apply for seats at individual matches or team-specific ones until 13:00 Qatar time on 08 February 2022. Plus, fans will also have the opportunity to apply for the Four Stadium Ticket Series, which allows them to enjoy four matches at four different stadiums. According to FIFA, this unique offer has been made possible due to the short distances between stadiums in Qatar.Price RangesTicket prices differ according to category. There are three categories for international visitors, Categories 1…
Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) announced that the current cool, windy, and sometimes dusty weather is expected to continue during the week due to strong northwesterly winds. These conditions, plus the recent thundery rainfall, has led the department to share safety guidelines on social media for the different types of weather expected this time of year. Here’s the summary. Strong Winds and High Waves• Avoid sea-related activities. This includes free swimming, diving (free and scuba), boat trips, surfing, fishing, and windsurfing.Dust Storms• As much as you can, avoid direct exposure to dust and dirt.• Wash your face, nose, and hands frequently.•…
It’s been an eventful year, with ups and downs and everything in between. That being said, there has been a lot to celebrate here in Qatar, especially in the last few weeks. With the abundance of family activities around this time of year, from sporty to seasonal, you too can get into that celebratory spirit. So, here are three places you can go to do just that. 1- Al Gharrafa ParkIf the 2021 FIFA Arab Cup has kicked off your brood’s sporty spirit, then this park is a must-visit. This newly opened park is paved with air-conditioned walking and jogging…
Dr Jameela Al Ajmi, Hamad Medical Corporation’s executive director of corporate infection and prevention control, stated earlier this week that the recent increase in Covid cases is not concerning and described it as “marginal”. Speaking in a Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) video, Dr Al Ajmi said that this slight surge and the emergence of the Omricon variant of the virus should remind us that the pandemic is still not over. Precautions Still NecessaryIn the video, Dr Al Ajmi emphasised the importance of safety measures such as maintaining hand hygiene, social distancing, and getting vaccinated whenever eligible. She also reiterated…
Local health officials have been urging eligible individuals to book their booster shots this past week. This follows the Ministry of Public Health’s (MOPH) announcement on 14 November 2021 that all individuals who have received their second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine at least six months ago are now eligible to get a booster shot. Less Immunity, More CasesDr Abdullatif Al Khal, the head of the infectious diseases division at Hamad Medical Corporation, stated earlier this week that Covid infections in individuals who got vaccinated more than six months ago have contributed to the slight uptick in cases in the…
The Ministry of Municipality announced yesterday that all five winter vegetable markets are set to reopen starting Thursday, 11 November 2021. The announcement, which was shared on the Ministry’s social media platforms, stated that the Al Wakrah, Al Shamal, Al Khor and Al Thakhira, and Al Sheehaniya markets will open their doors at the end of the week. The Ministry—which represented the Department for Agricultural Affairs for this announcement—said that customers can visit the markets between 7 am to 3 pm, Thursday to Saturday. On the other hand, the fifth market opening this season, Al Mazrouah, will open the following…
This week marks the sixth edition of Qatar Sustainability Week (QSW), a campaign led by the Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC) to promote eco-friendly practices in the community. According to the QGBC, the goal of this initiative is to get people to adopt the sustainability practices that are outlined in the Qatar Vision 2030.As with previous editions of QSW, individuals are encouraged to join in on the week’s events, ending on 30 October 2021, and fill out a pledge form on the QGBC website. This form allows individuals to “check” a wide range of green practices to commit to, such…
The Ministry of Public Health’s (MOPH) vaccination head, Dr Soha Al Bayat, has urged everyone eligible to not delay getting the Covid-19 booster vaccine. In a press release by the MOPH earlier this week, Dr Al Bayat stated that the latest scientific evidence suggests that Covid vaccine protection starts to wane after eight months. She also said that everyone currently invited to get the booster is considered to have a higher risk of developing complications if they catch the virus because of their age or health status.Categories now eligible for a booster include people who got the vaccine over eight…
The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has launched a social media campaign to recognise World Heart Day 2021, which falls today on 29 September 2021. World Heart Day is a yearly campaign by the World Heart Federation (WHF) to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). According to the World Health Organization, CVDs are the leading cause of death worldwide, claiming an estimated 17.9 million lives a year. Conditions that are Considered CVDs include coronary heart disease, rheumatic heart disease, and cerebrovascular disease.WHF’s campaign motto this year is “Use Heart to Connect”. The campaign aims to harness digital technology to raise…