The healthcare team at #MakhzoumiFoundation shared moments from the recent Basic Life Support (BLS) training facilitated by the Lebanese Red Cross #LRC. This essential training equips staff with the skills to respond quickly and effectively during emergencies, reinforcing commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Because #YourHealthMatters, #MakhzoumiFoundation was by your side on #MothersDay! On this special occasion, the Primary Healthcare Center in #Beirut, in collaboration with the Cardiovascular Network, offered free basic blood tests as part of a comprehensive health screening and an awareness session on heart and vascular diseases. Through this initiative, we aimed to empower women and…
To raise awareness about maternal and child health and enhance future mothers’ understanding of risks and health needs during pregnancy, #MakhzoumiFoundation organized an awareness session on motherhood and pregnancy at the Primary Healthcare Center in #Beirut. The social worker delivered the session as part of a project in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund…
A group of students from Alduha School visited the primary healthcare center of #MakhzoumiFoundation in #Beirut and made a special visit to the dental clinic. The students met with the dentist, who explained the importance of oral health care and showed them the equipment used for examinations and treatments. They gained valuable knowledge on caring…
#MakhzoumiFoundation received a visit from the #HelpingOthers_Lb initiative, which donated essential medications in support of its humanitarian mission. The visit also included a tour of the Foundation’s primary healthcare center, which, in collaboration with the Primary Healthcare Network of the Ministry of Public Health and international and local partners, provides a variety of medical services,…
The nutrition students from the Lebanese American University #LAU organized an awareness session at the Primary Healthcare Center of #MakhzoumiFoundation in #Beirut on hypertension, highlighting the importance of proper nutrition in managing blood pressure. The session was attended by patients with hypertension, who received valuable information on maintaining a healthy diet and its impact on…
#MakhzoumiFoundation participated in the 2025 Arab Health Conference and Exhibition in #Dubai, marking its 50th edition. This leading event presents the latest innovations and digital health solutions powered by artificial intelligence for community well-being. The conference highlights the future of healthcare, focusing on making it a more sustainable and innovative field while fostering public-private sector…
As part of the series of awareness sessions organized by the Primary Health Care Center at #MakhzoumiFoundation, which focuses on chronic diseases, particularly diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and their complications, a specialized awareness session on #hypertension was held. Many individuals suffering from this condition benefited from the session, where they were provided with comprehensive information, including…
An organizational meeting took place between the primary healthcare center team if #MakhzoumiFoundation and the Première Urgence–Aide Médicale Internationale team in Beirut to discuss implementing the mobile units’ field visits and the coverage of healthcare services in the center. The discussions centered around strategic planning for upcoming field visits to hosting communities and internally displaced…
In collaboration with the Primary Healthcare Network of the Ministry of Public Health and supported by #UNICEF, the mobile medical unit teams of #MakhzoumiFoundation are providing primary healthcare services to displaced families in the shelters across #Beirut and #MountLebanon. The teams work continuously to ensure that essential medical care is provided in the difficult circumstances…
Since the beginning of the crisis, the mobile medical unit teams #MMU from #Makhzoumi_Foundation, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health’s Primary Healthcare Network and with support from #UNICEF, have been visiting shelters in #Beirut and #MountLebanon to provide primary healthcare for displaced families. The teams have visited over 70 shelters, offering more than…
Since the beginning of the crisis, Makhzoumi Foundation’s Mobile Medical Unit #MMU has provided over 5,000 primary healthcare services to displaced families in #Beirut and #Mount_Lebanon. The family doctor offers comprehensive medical consultations in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health’s Primary Healthcare Network and despite challenges in accessing some shelters and the urgent need…
Since the beginning of the current crisis, #MakhzoumiFoundation has provided over 7,500 essential healthcare services to displaced and affected families through more than 35 field visits to more than 70 shelters in #Beirut and #MountLebanon! Thanks to close collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health’s Primary Healthcare Network, our Primary Health Care Center #PHCC, and…
By providing healthcare directly to those affected during the ongoing crisis, #MakhzoumiFoundation, in collaboration with the Primary Healthcare Network of the Ministry of Health, contributes to maintaining the good health of displaced families. Its healthcare center in Beirut continues to offer specialized medical consultations, laboratory tests, medical imaging, treatments for chronic diseases, and routine vaccinations…
Amid the crisis Lebanon is experiencing, the mobile medical unit #MMU of #MakhzoumiFoundation, along with the specialized medical team and nursing staff, is visiting shelters to conduct necessary medical examinations for displaced individuals and provide primary healthcare to families in need. Additionally, the relief and humanitarian team and the volunteers from the foundation are helping…
#Makhzoumi_Foundation healthcare program team and volunteers, in coordination with the Primary Healthcare Network at the Ministry of Public Healthare are conducting a comprehensive field survey to assess the health needs of displaced families in #Beirut shelters. This survey includes the health status of individuals, chronic diseases, medication needs, and necessary medical care to identify health…
The Aa Salemeh Project team at #makhzoumiFoundation carried out a field visit to vulnerable communities to screen children under five for acute malnutrition. Additionally, the team offered education to mothers on pregnancy and newborn care.
Because breastfeeding enhances immunity and strengthens the bond between mother and child, and coinciding with World Breastfeeding Week, the healthcare team at #MakhzoumiFoundation educated mothers and pregnant women about the importance of breastfeeding as a nutritional method and to promote healthy and balanced growth. With the support of the midwife, the team visited homes in…
Continuous staff professional development is one of #MakhzoumiFoundation’s mission! Recently, the healthcare team participated in a dynamic training on integrating gender-based violence into our sexual and reproductive health program #SRH. The training focused on concepts and definitions related to #GBV, enhancing the team’s knowledge and ability to support those in need.
Makhzoumi Foundation organized a campaign for early detection of non-communicable diseases NCD, in cooperation with Irshad and Islah Association, where the health team examined patients inside the mobile medical unit MMU next to Hamza Mosque in Beirut. They also referred some patients to receive special health services at the Foundation’s primary healthcare center in Barbour.…
Makhzoumi Foundation hosted a team of #accreditation surveyors from the Ministry of Public Health #MoPH at its primary healthcare center #PHCC in Beirut! The visit was a significant step in evaluating the implementation of clinical and administrative standards at the center, showing the commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services to the community. We thank our…
Makhzoumi Foundation hosted representatives from Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) and their donors from ECHO (EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid). The delegation, including Kevin Charbel, Head of Mission in Lebanon, Rasha Al Ashkar, Health Coordinator, and Maya Badran, Health Program Manager from PUI, as well as Branko Golubovic, Technical Assistant for ECHO, and Beatriz Navarro-Rubio,…
In preparation for the accreditation, the dedicated housekeeping team at Makhzoumi Foundation primary healthcare center PHCC participated in a hand hygiene training session. This training emphasized the critical role that proper hand hygiene plays in infection control. By adhering to these practices, our team helps maintain a clean and safe environment, significantly reducing the risk…
Providing nutritional support for older adults is essential due to various physiological changes that impact their nutritional needs. At Makhzoumi Foundation primary healthcare center, the team distributed informative flyers to visitors, accompanied by a nutritious snack, along with a key takeaway message!
Makhzoumi Foundation attended the 7th NGO Fair entitled “Bridging Gaps, Celebrating Rights, and Advancing the SDGs”, organized by the Human Rights Center, in collaboration with the Lebanese National Commission for UNESCO, at the Beirut Arab University.
#MakhzoumiFoundation equipped frontline healthcare workers with vital skills and knowledge by hosting a comprehensive training session on the Clinical Management of Rape (CMR) facilitated by PUI and aimed at enhancing their ability to provide compassionate care and support to survivors. #proudlyempowering.
As part of the #MakhzoumiFoundation dedicated Ramadan Health Campaigns, the primary healthcare center offered beneficiaries the opportunity to take charge of their well-being with complimentary HbA1c lab tests. The aim is to monitor HbA1c levels for managing diabetes and ensure optimal health during the fasting period. #RamadanHealth
Makhzoumi Foundation continues awareness sessions during the holy month of #Ramadan with a special theme, whereby people suffering from chronic diseases, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, benefited from private consultations with the pharmacist to obtain advice on the appropriate times to take their medications during the fasting period.
We celebrate International Women’s Day on the eighth of March, and this month is the perfect time to highlight the role of women in society and contribute to their health and well-being. That’s why we organized a free health campaign for women, including awareness sessions on reproductive health and the importance of health care. We…
Within the framework of permanent development of the Academic Education and Training Program, at Makhzoumi Foundation, for students from various universities, we paid acquaintance visit to Beirut Arab UniversityـــPharmacy Faculty, in presence of the Dean of the Faculty and a group of professors, aiming for cooperation in order to give the students practical experience at…
Within the context of an important cooperation with the International Organization for Migration regarding the health and awareness campaigns organized regularly by the Primary Health Care Center in Makhzoumi Foundation, a health campaign was held that included free medical examinations in basic specialties and witnessed a large turnout of patients.
To support new mothers and breastfeeding choice, our health team with the lactation consultant offer weekly private sessions, focusing on correct breastfeeding and educating on complementary feeding methods according to the baby age.
Promoting mental health while fighting chronic diseases is our role; the team of nurses, pharmacists and dietitians had lately hosted patients with diabetes and hypertension in an educational session to focus on self-management tips.
Women are more likely to develop osteoporosis, so we provided more than 80 free check-ups for women during a special awareness campaign. Health education has been conducted on the importance of vitamin D’s role in protecting against osteoporosis problems.
Memorandum of Understanding between the General Directorate of Islamic Endowments (Awqaf) at Dar Al-Fatwa, and Makhzoumi Foundation Under the patronage of the Grand Mufti of Lebanon, Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian, and in the presence of MP Fouad Makhzoumi, Founder and Honorary President of Makhzoumi Foundation, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the General Directorate…
A special visit of Dr. Randa Hamada, Director of the Primary Health Care Network from the Ministry of Public Health, and the UNICEF team to our health center! They praised staff ‘s efforts and role of the primary care in improving public health. We are proud to serve the community!
Teamwork in Patient Care; our latest inter-professional session, led by nutritionists for public health & pharmacy students, was a hit! We dived into the latest on food supplements during infections, focusing on COVID-19. Together, we’re stronger!
Teach them Young! Today’s health care program was all about instilling personal hygiene & health safety in kids. They loved the fun activities and learned so much! Here’s to raising a health-savvy generation!
Makhzoumi Foundation’s Health Care Program warmly welcomes students from diverse universities & health fields! We’re the backbone of education, dedicated to enriching your learning experience. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!
Makhzoumi Foundation works on several key aspects to empower vulnerable women psychologically: Reducing Gender Based Violence (GBV) risk with prevention strategies & awareness sessions; Promoting resilience in survivors & those at risk through care & support groups; Aiding recovery in GBV-affected communities with Psychosocial sessions (PSS).
In October, we unite to fight breast cancer! Makhzoumi Foundation teamed up with Lebanese Pharmacy Students, on October 28, to educate women at a public mall. We provided free screenings, discounts, & heartfelt stories from survivors. Together, we’re stronger in this battle!
Makhzoumi Foundation Medical Team participated in the solidarity stand with Makassed Hospital and its medical and nursing staff against the attacks on all health and medical institutions and their workers, especially those that are steadfast in light of the economic and social conditions that the country is going through and its challenges to the health…
A free health campaign was held at Makhzoumi Foundation Center in Mazraa, in collaboration with Ministry of Public Health; Specialized doctors in all fields were present and university students from various medical fields also participated. The Minister of Health, Firas Al-Abyad, made a visit during the campaign to see the work going on. It is…
Strengthening Health Together! Our Ministry of Public Health team is on the move, ensuring our primary healthcare centers are top-notch in managing communicable diseases. Keeping our community safe, one visit at a time!
Our healthcare team rocked the Accreditation & Quality Control training with full gusto! Partnering with Ministry of Public Health & American University of Beirut, we aced a 3-day refresher on top-notch accreditation & quality standards in primary healthcare.
World Breastfeeding Week at Makhzoumi Foundation’s Primary Health Care Center! We believe that breastfeeding is essential for babies’ and working parents as well. Join education sessions, get guidebooks and receive breastfeeding scarves to support your journey. Let’s make breastfeeding and work, compatible!
Preparing to Join forces for child health! Makhzoumi Foundation partners with the Ministry of Public Health and Lebanese Red Cross to mobilize vaccines.Together, let’s combat preventable diseases!
Makhzoumi Foundation, proudly hosts an impactful research study by an American University of Beirut (AUB) professor. They delve into contraceptive methods’ utilization among Lebanese women. Join us in supporting this important endeavor!
Makhzoumi Foundation partnered with UNHCR to empower communities through sexual/reproductive health training. Our program extended to NGOs and our own relief unit, making a positive impact. Stay tuned for inspiring stories!
In preparation to the vaccination activities that will take place in the field sites, the minister of public health held a meeting to raise awareness among all health actors on the importance of children vaccination in the effort to boost immunity against Measles and other diseases. Makhzoumi Foundation took part in the meeting and will…
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