Healthcare entities reiterate importance of mental health during conflicts

Gulf Times
Mar 23, 2026

Healthcare entities reiterate importance of mental health during conflicts


The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and other healthcare entities have highlighted the importance of mental health amid ongoing regional conflicts.

MoPH has advised that anyone who needs mental health support should contact the mental health support services by calling 16000.

In an advisory, the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) underscored the significance of mental health in response to external events. In a social media post, PHCC underlined the importance of maintaining social connections, engaging in physical activity and following a daily routine. It is also important to keep the children secured by providing age- appropriate explanations, spending quality time with them and making them engage in various activities such as colouring, drawing or crafts.