Egypt issues 1.8M free medical treatment decisions, benefiting over 1.5M

CAIRO – 7 August 2024: Egypt's Ministry of Health has announced the issuance of 1,822,077 free medical treatment decisions, totaling 10,165,940,000 Egyptian pounds, from January to June 2024. This initiative aligns with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's directives to alleviate the burden on citizens, particularly the underprivileged.

Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health, revealed that a total of 1,528,460 citizens have benefited from these free treatments, covering a wide range of specialties including hematology, oncology, surgery, gynecology, internal medicine, ENT, urology, orthopedics, dermatology, and neurology.

To streamline the process, 3,179 cases were reviewed via video conferencing, eliminating the need for patients to visit the specialized medical councils in person.

In its commitment to caring for people with disabilities, the Ministry has medically examined 152,120 applicants for integrated services cards. Moreover, 74,875 applicants for tax-exempt and customs-duty-free specialized vehicles for people with special needs have undergone medical assessments. Additionally, 145,634 individuals seeking financial support (Takaful and Karama pensions) have been medically examined.

The Ministry of Health reaffirms its dedication to enhancing and governing medical procedures to facilitate citizens' access to healthcare and provide comprehensive support. Citizens can now inquire about free treatment decisions using their national ID number on the Ministry's website.