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Riyadh summit advances care for blood disorders

BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 8. The Ministry of Health recently concluded the fourth Inherited Blood Disorders Summit in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday, TurkicWorld reports via Arab News.

Held under the patronage of Health Minister Fahad AlJalajel, the summit was part of efforts to advance healthcare, strengthen research, and support policies on hereditary blood disorders nationwide.

The three-day event aimed to develop national care models, enhance knowledge exchange, support innovation in gene therapy and precision medicine, and improve patients’ quality of life.

During the sessions, the ministry stressed the need to unify national efforts and establish an integrated care model linking diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

The summit also highlighted the importance of prevention and early detection, while reducing complications through national care pathways and best practices.

The ministry continues to strengthen the Kingdom’s role as a scientific and regulatory hub, uniting experts and partners to support research and medical innovation.

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