Saudi Arabia Leads the Region with 21 WHO-Certified Healthy Cities
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Saudi Arabia has become the leading country in the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa region in the number of cities accredited as "Healthy Cities" by the World Health Organization, with a total of 21 cities. This achievement reflects the Kingdom's interest in improving public health and the quality of life for urban residents.
Healthy Cities programmes aim to support local communities in developing a safe and healthy environment for their populations. These programmes include promoting physical activity, improving health services, focusing on cleanliness and the environment, and encouraging people to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
WHO accreditation is an indicator of cities' commitment to specific health standards. The accredited Saudi cities earned this accreditation after meeting these standards, making them a model from which other cities in the region can benefit.
In conclusion, this progress represents an important step toward achieving the Kingdom's public health goals and underscores the role of cities in supporting human health and improving people's daily lives.
Sources: صحيفة مال
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