Access to sexual and reproductive health-care services including information and education services

As part of the endeavors of Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University to expand its community participation and activate the terms of partnerships and agreements it signed, Her Excellency the Vice President for Female Student Affairs, Prof. Nouf bint Abdulali Al-Ajmi, carried out, on Wednesday, 30 from Shaaban, an inspection visit to the headquarters granted by the university to the Partnership Cooperative and Breastfeeding Societies in King Abdullah City for Female Students.

Where the representative of the Harfa Cooperative Society, Ms. Waad Al-Qahtani, received Her Excellency the Undersecretary and her accompanying team at the headquarters granted to the Society in Building 326 in the city, and briefed them on the headquarters and its equipment, and presented part of the future plan of the Association, which it intends to implement as part of the Association's agreement with the University.

Her Excellency the Undersecretary also visited the headquarters of the Breastfeeding Society in Building 413, where she was received by Ms. Wafaa Al-Salami and members of the Association, and toured the offices and facilities at the headquarters, and discussed the representatives of the Society in the difficulties that hinder the implementation of the terms of the agreement to address them and provide support and assistance.

The Head of the Community Partnerships Unit at the University Vice Presidency for Female Student Affairs, Dr. Faiza Al-Enezi, stressed the importance of concerted efforts and continuous and effective coordination to follow up on the partnerships and agreements signed between the university and other parties, in order to ensure the achievement of all the items included in it, as the university seeks to provide all technical and academic support through joint programs that it works on with these bodies.

At the end of the visit, Her Excellency the Vice President for Female Student Affairs expressed her thanks and appreciation to the members of the Craft and Breastfeeding Associations, and Her Excellency thanked His Excellency the President of the University.Ahmed bin Salem Al Ameri for his continuous support and diligent follow-up, as the university with all its capabilities is keen to support and overcome difficulties in order to activate the role of community partnerships at the university in line with the objectives of its strategic plan and the Saudi Vision 2030, and integration with government efforts in construction, development and contribution to comprehensive national development.

In order to activate the agreement concluded between the university and the Breastfeeding Association, and on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Day.

The General Directorate of Information and Communication held an introductory and educational corner on the importance of breastfeeding for mothers and child health on the morning of Tuesday, August 29, 2023, which was held in the main lobby of the Conference Building.

The corner aims to educate students and university employees through the association's guides to promote the culture of breastfeeding, empower nursing mothers, and emphasize their role in the safety of society, as well as its importance in reducing diseases, strengthening ties between mother and child, and qualifying workers and those interested in the field of breastfeeding.

The Breastfeeding Association is the first association specialized in the field of breastfeeding and has approximately (14) branches in all regions of the Kingdom through which it provides services, consultations and programs to beneficiaries.

Al-Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, represented by the General Administration of Library Affairs, in cooperation with the Riyadh Health Cluster, launched a breast cancer awareness campaign under the title "Your Banner is Rosy" on Sunday, October 8, 2023, which will continue until the end of the week, and the campaign comes within the university's social responsibility programs and to raise the level of cultural and health awareness of the university community....

The supervisor of the campaign, Ms. Fatima Al-Khuzaim, explained that early detection is of great importance, as it is the best way to detect the disease in its early stages, as studies indicate that the cure rate when conducting early examination reaches more than 95%, God willing, and the campaign, which witnessed a large presence, included the presentation of explanatory videos and tips on early detection in detail, in addition to awareness publications and posters.

This campaign coincides with the International Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is held in October of each year, with the aim of educating university employees and encouraging them to periodically detect breast cancer, which is the most common in the Kingdom.

The Dean of the Center for the Study of Female Students, Dr. Moudhi bint Ibrahim Al-Dibian, launched the campaign to combat breast cancer on the second Sunday of Safar 1439 AH.

The campaign, which extends until Thursday, the sixth of zero, includes several activities, the most important of which is the mobile clinic for early detection of mammograms, which will benefit the university’s employees for those who meet the announced conditions for the examination, which are located on a daily basis at Gate 4 of Building 323, and the campaign also included educational pillars in all buildings in addition to lectures The awareness raising will be held on Mondays and Tuesdays in Building 323 in the Panorama District.

The campaign, organized by the Public Relations Department at the Student Study Center, came in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, the Zahra Association and Medical Services, the Deanship of Voluntary Work, and Elsmo Health Resort. The Center's Public Relations Department is keen to activate these campaigns to raise health awareness and public education about lifestyle among university employees.

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The Physics Department at the Female Branch Organizes the "Rose Hope" Campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness

Physics Department at King Abdullah City for Female Students organized an awareness campaign entitled:

"Rose Hope"​

That was alongside with the Cancer International Day. The event opened by forming a human strip holding the campaign logo, then a speech presented by the Vice-Dean of  the College of Science Ms. Reem Aljadhee and another one by the deputy head  of the Physics Department Ms. Mervat Azzme'i.

The College students participating in the campaign presented various activities such as distributing campaign logo brochures, T-shirts for raising awareness of the disease and dangers of ignoring early detection and regular checking.  

The event organized by Ms. Mervet Azzme'i and Ms. Safiyah Alharbi consisted of three participating institutions.  The Ministry of Health participation consisted of:

The first part: a health educational seminar which concluded with an explanation of the importance of controlling a healthy life pattern as a prevention procedure presented by Dr. Haifa Nasri.  

The second part: Displaying a three dimension sample of an affected person and explaining means of early detecting of different types of cancer supervised by health educator Kafi  Al-Enezi.

The third part was the last one in which focus was on preserving a stable psychological and hygienic life despite catching the disease. Two affected ladies were invited, the first was a 23 year old affected with breast cancer and the second was17 year old affected with lymphoma.

The campaign advertised through banners, social media and the official site of the Physics Department witnessed a high turnout among students and university female staff. They had several leaflets, advertisements about cancer and its dangers and means of prevention. Some souvenirs were also offered.

A participation called "mabee'aat" of Abdullatif Center for Early Breast Cancer Detection gained high interaction of students and university female staff. Revenues of participation will return to the Center.

Many questions and discussions about medical advice were raised through the logo "Is 'ali la takhafi" (ask do not be afraid) presented with a huge logo about the topic of the campaign. 

University female staff and students were given free medical visit for breast cancer check without having to see the local quarter clinic as well as volunteering in the cancer-fighting program of the Ministry of Health as private rights.

The event ended with distributing gratitude souvenir to the participating parties and rewarding participating students.  

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The Ministry of Health is concerned, according to the health system in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, regarding maternal and child health and immunization programs by providing important educational information, in addition to a number of health services in the maternity and child care departments in its health facilities and facilities, in a manner that achieves the highest levels of satisfaction for the target groups and their families. These educational guidelines and services work to ensure that the family has a satisfactory and safer marital life, and also includes attention to reproductive health through obtaining a safe pregnancy and childbirth period to ensure the health of the mother and the child. It includes services related to maternal and child health.

Reproductive and Sexual Healthcare

The country provides services through the ministry of Health for pregnant, starts with before, and during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.

Labor and delivery

Pregnant woman can choose to deliver her baby in a public or private hospital; However, the country has reserved her rights:

Medical Assistance for Reproduction

The Kingdom recognizes the importance of childbearing and the desire of couples to do so, and in appreciation of the need for some cases to treat delayed childbearing, has implemented the Fertilization, Embryo and Infertility Treatment Units Law (Available only in Arabic) to provide services in it in a safe and fair manner and in line with the teachings of Sharia. Visit this page to learn more about the practices in Saudi Arabia related to infertility and its treatment.

Abortion

It is a medication or surgical procedure to terminate an unwanted pregnancy. Abortion is generally illegal in Saudi Arabia, with a narrow exception. In cases where the pregnancy is a physical or mental threat to the mother, and the fetus is less than 120 days old, the mother is allowed to have an abortion after the approval of two specialized doctors.This process Is confirmed by a decision brought forth by the medical committee, formed in accordance with the term and conditions specified by the executive regulations of the system, including the following:

The Senior Scholars Decisions No. 140, dating back to 06-20-1407 AH, states the following:

Women's Health Rights

Women’s rights are aligned with the Sharia rulings, legal fatwas from the Permanent Committee for Scholarly Research and Ifta, the ruling laws and regulations, in addition to any paragraphs mentioned in accordance with the Sharia rulings and laws. A few of the women’s health rights include the following:

The Ministry of Health provides educational articles for women on several topics related to their physical health via the link.

Premarital Screening

Premarital screening is defined as testing couples who are planning to get married soon for common genetic blood disorders (Sickle cell anemia and thalassemia and sickle cell anemia) and infectious diseases (hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS). The premarital screening aims to give medical consultation on the odds of transmitting the abovementioned diseases to the other partner/spouse or children and to provide partners/spouses with options that help them plan for healthy family.

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Coinciding with the International Month of Breast Cancer Awareness, the General Directorate of Information and Communication initiated the establishment of an awareness corner on this occasion. The activation of these events began as a global initiative launched in October 2006, where sites around the world take the pink color as their slogan to raise awareness of the dangers of breast cancer; Through this, it aims to raise awareness, support, and provide information and support to women infected with this disease.

Where the corner was held in Buildings 323 and 326 in King Abdullah City for Female Students on Tuesday 26/2/1442 AH at nine in the morning; The presentation, distribution and publications aimed at promoting health awareness in the community about breast cancer, its causes and methods of prevention, with the importance of treatment in the early stages of its high effectiveness; The corner also provided the possibility to book an appointment for early detection through electronic registration for the examination.

Such campaigns come as a belief in the university’s mission to preserve the general health of the community, and to promote ways to prevent breast cancer, which is one of the common diseases among women worldwide.​

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​The Vice Deanship of Student Affairs for Female Student Affairs, in cooperation with the Abdul Latif Center for Early Detection of Cancer, organized a meeting entitled (Breast Tumors. Protect Yourself from It) remotely via (Zoom App) on Monday 9/3/1442 AH, and this meeting coincides with the month The International Breast Cancer Awareness Program, and to maintain the health and safety of society, and out of raising awareness of this disease and ways to treat and prevent it, where the Kingdom’s vision (2030) emphasized strengthening the national identity and the safety of the citizen who is the mainstay of society and the reason for its growth and prosperity, and providing the necessary health culture for it. Where the citizen was and still is the first priority of the rational leadership, may God protect him, and early detection enhances the chances of recovery, God willing.

The meeting began with Dr. Ahlam Ahmed Al Dahl (Consultant and Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology), by introducing the students to the causes of breast cancer and the factors that increase the possibility of contracting it, and about the importance of early detection with a mammogram, as it detects tumors in their early stages before symptoms appear and feel She mentioned its symptoms, signs, methods of combating it, diagnosis and treatment options, and added that the possibility of reducing the incidence of breast cancer - God willing - by following a number of tips, and concluded that increasing psychological and social support can improve the quality of life for women with breast cancer and their families, for its part, an answer For inquiries and questions from the students, and certificates were distributed to the students by sending them to the e-mail.​

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Coinciding with the International Month of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Student Affairs Department of the University Vice Presidency for Female Student Affairs, in cooperation with the Zahra Association, held a lecture entitled: (The Importance of Early Screening for Breast Cancer Detection) on the morning of (Thursday) 22 October through the Zoom program.

The representative of the Zahra Breast Cancer Association, a. Maha bin Khathela during the lecture the importance of early detection and chances of recovery from it, and indicated that the campaign aims to enhance health awareness in the community about breast cancer, its causes and ways to prevent it, with the importance of treatment in the early stages of its high effectiveness, and the meeting also included hosting the recovering from cancer Breast Saadia Al-Zahrani, who spoke about her experience since her discovery of the disease, and the stages of treatment until she reached the stage of recovery and recovery, and her participation received great attention from the attendees, which gave them reassurance and hope.

The owner of the awareness lecture activated a corner in the lobby of the main building in King Abdullah City for Female Students, which included an introductory visual presentation under the title: (What is cancer?), which included many awareness and educational publications targeting female students and university employees to raise their awareness of the seriousness of the disease and its symptoms. And the means of its treatment, as well as the latest methods used in early detection, and the role of genetic factors as major causes of breast cancer. The campaign was attended by and attention from the target audience at the university. Gifts and campaign slogans were presented, and all inquiries about breast cancer were answered.

Such awareness meetings come from the belief in the university’s mission to preserve the general health of the community, and to promote ways to prevent breast cancer, which is one of the common diseases among women worldwide.​

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The medical center includes a large number of specialized medical clinics in all fields, including:

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Today, Thursday, 19/2/1436 AH, in Building 324, the Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Vice Dean for Student Affairs and the supervision of the Department of Public Relations and Information, held a lecture entitled (Healthy Marriage) delivered by Specialist Hanan Tantawy, a gynecologist and obstetrician from the University Medical Services Center.

The lecture aimed to spread awareness of the concept of a comprehensive healthy marriage, which the Ministry of Health seeks to apply to reduce the spread of genetic and infectious diseases. Hepatitis B and C, and the acquired immunodeficiency virus - AIDS - for fear of transmitting these diseases to the other party, or to the children in the future and presenting options and alternatives to the fiancés in order to help them plan a healthy family.

The lecture was attended by the Vice Dean for Student Affairs, Dr. Latifa bint Abdullah Al-Jaloud, and a number of female employees, in addition to the female students who were given certificates of attendance. At the end of the lecture, the specialist Hanan Tantawi was honored with a commemorative shield in gratitude for her cooperation with the Deanship.

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With the generous patronage of His Excellency, Director of Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, Member of the Council of Senior Scholars, Sheikh Dr. Suleiman bin Abdullah Aba Al-Khail, activities (Healthy Educational Environment) were launched on Monday, 13/13/1439 AH, in a panorama building ( 325) in King Abdullah City for Female Students.

 The event is organized by the Deanship of the University Center for Community Service and Continuing Education, in cooperation with the Naqaa Anti-Smoking Association, with the participation of several health awareness associations, including the Saudi Center for Studies and Research on the Prevention of Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Haseen), the Charitable Society for Combating Obesity (Keel), and the General Directorate for Drug Control. (Nibras), the Saudi Society for AIDS Control (Immunity), the Saudi Society for Voluntary Work (Takatuf), Zahra Association (Women’s Exhibition), the Marketing Club at King Saud University, Leejam Sports Company at Fitness Time, Good Friend Project, Ensan Association, Irtiqaa Sports Team, The Gulf Center for Cancer Control (Challenge Corner), the Saudi Red Crescent (Awareness Corner), the Business Association for the Care of Productive Families, the Charitable Health Association for Patient Care (Enaya), which targets female students and female employees of the university.

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In coincidence with the continuous efforts to raise the awareness of the female students, the Office of Female Students' Affairs has launched recently an awareness session commemorating the International Childhood Cancer Day at King Abdullah City for Female Students "KACFS".

In significance with the event, which came in supporting the international health initiatives, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University seeks to the active participation of all female students to spread the health and cultural awareness about childhood cancer. The event helped female students to learn widely about the ways to diagnosis, symptoms and treatment methods, as well as the importance of early screening and parental awareness, a thing that contributes to raise the cure and healing rate, Allah Almighty Willing.

From other side, the event's agenda was included a presentation and circulating pamphlets, which were contained an updated information and data about childhood cancer. 

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​Female students of the Department of Chemistry at Al Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University has made a scientific trip to King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSH&RC) on Monday 26/3/1438 AH, under the supervision of Ms. Arwa Al-Mubarak and Ms. Su'ad Al-Zahrani.

This center provides an advanced scientific environment and continuously contributes to the development of future clinical practices. KFSH&RC has generated a truly remarkable stream of fundamental and applied research discoveries in clinical practices and medical contributions. Through the development of new research works in cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, environmental health, infectious diseases, stem cell therapy, genetics and rare diseases. This makes it the world's leading research center for rare diseases. The centre supports and strengthens science and research through staffed experts and more than 300 scientists and researchers in all fields.                                                                                                    

The students have been greeted by Ms. Nouf Al-'Ajmy, public relations manager, who accompanied them to the following departments:                                                                                         

Genetics Department:                                                                                                                      

During the visit, Dr. Haya Al-Dosary briefly outlined the National Program for metabolism and gland diseases for the newly born. She pointed out the structure and function of DNA. The students explored a number of DNA machines; one of them is a rare machine (one of only 7 in the world). In addition, she explained ways for protecting DNA from cancer.

The students in this section were familiarized with the DNA and the protein that it produces. It is worth mentioning that the difference in the quantity of protein production is responsible - after Allah the Almighty's will - for the imbalance causing some diseases. She explained the importance of early examination and the importance of other tests that have to do with genetic diseases, and thus obliges us to raise awareness among people.                                                                                                   

Molecular Biology Department:

Dr. Nourah Al-sohaybani explained the following topics:

Genomic medicine Research:

Dr. Al-Sohaybani explained the importance of periodic inspection in the therapy which assists in treatment by 90%, Allah willing.

Radiation Therapy Department:

Molecular Oncology Research: is a science concerned with radiation therapy (sending radiation to shrink tumors) and the side effects, stem cell re-engineering program with current applications and sanitizing processes with chemical compounds and modern sterilization ways.                                                                                                         

At the end of the visit, the whole team, female students and teachers, thanked KFSH&RC administration especially the Head of the Radiation Therapy Department Dr. Sami Abdulazῑz Al-Husain, the vice dean Ms. Maha Al-'Ali for allowing this visit. They also thanked Ms. Arwa al Mubarak Al-Qahtani, and Ms. Su'ad Al-Zahrani for coordinating the visit with the research center and their keenness to reinforce students understanding of the concept that chemistry is an applied science relevant not only to scientific and practical fields, but also relevant to various aspects of life and that chemistry has an integral relationship with the other fields of science. The team also expressed their desire to do such activities again and to visit other bodies that are relevant to their field of interest as chemists.

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