The Saudi Red Crescent Authority's Madinah branch responded to more than 123,000 emergency reports in 2024, according to statistics released by its Emergency Medical Dispatch Center. Ambulance teams treated 90,913 patients, with 56,862 requiring transport to hospitals for further care. On-site treatment was provided to 34,046 individuals.
The air ambulance service also played a crucial role, attending to 256 patients in critical condition, demonstrating the authority’s commitment to providing urgent care in challenging circumstances.
A significant achievement highlighted by the authority was the activation of rapid response pathways for 836 patients experiencing heart attacks or strokes. This underscores the efficiency and expertise of the ambulance teams in handling time-sensitive medical emergencies.