The Ministry of Health has announced the opening of four new therapeutic nutrition clinics in primary healthcare centers, raising the total number of clinics to 66 across the country.

The new facilities operate under the supervision of the Nutrition and Feeding Department and are part of the ministry’s national health strategy to enhance community well-being through early intervention and evidence-based nutritional guidance.

The newly-opened clinics are located at Al-Egaila Health Center, Mubarak Al-Kabeer East Health Center, Al-Mutlaa N11 Center, and Al-Mutlaa N8 Center.

According to the ministry, these modern clinics provide nutritional assessments and individualized treatment plans for individuals with obesity and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, reports Al-Rai daily.

They also focus on nutritional education and promoting healthy lifestyle habits based on scientifically proven dietary systems, including the Mediterranean, DASH (dietary approaches to stop hypertension), and Portfolio diets.

The appropriate plan is chosen following a detailed evaluation of each patient’s health status.

Dr. Hasnaa Ayad, Director of the Nutrition and Feeding Department, stated that this expansion marks a significant step in advancing therapeutic nutrition services within primary health care centers.

She emphasized that proper nutrition is a cornerstone in preventing chronic diseases and improving overall quality of life.

Dr. Ayad added that the department continues to train medical staff and update treatment programs in line with the latest international standards in the field of therapeutic nutrition.