The Saudi Ministry of Health applauds significant advancements in healthcare, with notable achievements showcased at the annual health performance ceremony in Riyadh.

Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel announces remarkable progress, including a substantial reduction in hospital stay durations, freeing up 13,000 beds. The average length of in-patient stays has decreased from 6.5 days to 4.5 days, indicating enhanced efficiency and patient care.

Furthermore, the percentage of patients served within a four-hour timeframe has surged from 36% in 2017 to an impressive 85% in 2022, demonstrating improved access to timely medical assistance.

Celebrated at the ceremony is the remarkable decline in mortality rates related to acute heart attacks, reaching an impressive low of 15%, reflecting exceptional standards in healthcare delivery.

The healthcare system's capacity has also seen a significant boost, with a weekly increase of 6,400 operations performed, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to achieve 10,000 weekly operations.

Expanding the Health Performance Awards to encompass various facets of the healthcare domain underscores a commitment to recognizing excellence and fostering innovation. Specialized tracks for Food and Drug regulators, modern healthcare models, clinical review trials, support services, and healthcare innovation highlight a comprehensive approach to sector development.

Health Minister Al-Jalajel reveals an overall performance improvement of 40.1% since 2017, indicating sustained progress and a commitment to advancing healthcare standards.