September 27th, 2022 ― Doha: As part of a project to provide comprehensive health care services for vulnerable Yemenis, co-funded by Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has announced the opening of an emergency obstetric care center at Khalifa General Hospital in Al-Turbah City, Taiz.

During the opening ceremony, Dr. Rajeh Al-Maliki, Director-General of the Public Health and Population Bureau, said, “The inauguration of the emergency obstetric care center at Khalifa General Hospital is aimed at expanding significant services to Al-Shamayatayn and neighboring districts of Taiz and Lahj Governorates”.

“Warm thanks to QFFD and UNFPA for their generous funding to alleviate the suffering of people,” he added. “QRCS remains a key partner that has previous and ongoing contributions to services at health centers and public hospitals across Taiz”.