Princess Lalla Oum Kulthum, president of the Lalla Oum Kulthum Foundation for Mental Health, recently visited the new mental health hospital in Kenitra, Morocco. The hospital has a capacity of 120 beds and aims to enhance healthcare services, particularly in the field of mental health, in the Rabat-Sale-Kenitra region. This new facility reflects the continued efforts of King Mohammed VI to improve the healthcare sector, with a focus on mental health.

During her visit, Princess Lalla Oum Kulthum toured various sections of the hospital, including the outpatient consultation department, the day hospital for the elderly, and the functional exploration and addiction treatment units. She observed the operations of these facilities, the services provided to patients, and the conditions of their reception and care. This visit demonstrates the princess's commitment to understanding the needs of patients and improving mental health services.

The princess also chaired a ceremony to sign a partnership agreement between the Ministry of Health and Social Protection and the Lalla Oum Kulthum Foundation for Mental Health. This agreement is part of the implementation of the "2030 Mental Health Plan" launched by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection and the foundation's strategic plan. The partnership aims to promote mental health and provide support to individuals with mental health disorders and their families.

The Lalla Oum Kulthum Foundation for Mental Health was established to promote mental health and provide care to individuals in vulnerable psychological situations. The foundation's mission is aligned with the king's high patronage and aims to support individuals with mental health disorders and their families. The foundation implements initiatives for awareness, prevention, and support, as well as accompaniment for individuals with mental health disorders and their families.

The new mental health hospital in Kenitra is a significant addition to the healthcare infrastructure in the region. With a capacity of 120 beds, the hospital will provide much-needed services to patients with mental health disorders. The hospital's facilities, including the outpatient consultation department and the day hospital for the elderly, will help address the growing need for mental health services in the region.

The partnership agreement between the Ministry of Health and Social Protection and the Lalla Oum Kulthum Foundation for Mental Health is a significant step towards improving mental health services in Morocco. The agreement will help promote mental health, prevent mental health disorders, and provide support to individuals with mental health disorders and their families. This collaboration is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of individuals with mental health disorders and their families.

The visit of Princess Lalla Oum Kulthum to the mental health hospital in Kenitra highlights the importance of mental health and the need for continued efforts to improve services. The princess's commitment to promoting mental health and supporting individuals with mental health disorders is reflected in her work with the Lalla Oum Kulthum Foundation for Mental Health. The foundation's initiatives and partnerships, such as the one with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, will help address the growing need for mental health services in Morocco.

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  • Princess Lalla Oum Kulthum visits new mental health hospital in Kenitra to assess services and promote mental health.

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