Kuwaiti medical team ready to serve in holy lands

JEDDAH, Sept 4 (KUNA) -- Personnel and equipment are fully prepared and ready to serve Kuwaiti pilgrims at the hajj expedition headquarters in Holy Makkah, said the chief of the medical services team.
Dr. Mubarak al-Ajmi said in a statement on Sunday that all members of the medical team had arrived two days ago, affirming also that all needed medical equipment had been installed.
The medical cadres accompanying the expedition will provide first-maid treatment, in serious cases, before referral to nearest hospitals and clinics.
He expressed gratitude to the Kuwaiti and Saudi authorities for providing the facilities needed. (end) nh.rk