As part of our osteoporosis awareness campaign, we offered free screenings for women over the age of 45 during a comprehensive health and educational day. Since women are more prone to developing osteoporosis, the event included informative sessions highlighting the importance of early detection and the role of Vitamin D in prevention and maintaining bone…
In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, Makhzoumi Foundation organized awareness sessions for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers on the importance of breastfeeding and its role in the health of both mother and child. To support and encourage them, we distributed Antenatal Care (ANC) and Postnatal Care (PNC) packages as an incentive to empower their breastfeeding journey.…
Type 2 diabetes is a widespread chronic disease and requires careful management to maintain patients’ health and quality of life. Therefore, the Primary Healthcare Center at #MakhzoumiFoundation organized an awareness session on healthy nutrition for this condition, delivered by Master’s students in nutrition from the American University of Beirut #AUB. Participants received healthy snacks and…
Your children’s health is our priority. The Mobile Clinic, launched by the Primary Health Care Center at the Makhzoumi Foundation in collaboration with the Association of the People of Beirut, and supported by UNICEF and the Ministry of Public Health, visited kids aged 4 months to 18 years. We offered nutrition assessments, checked vaccination records,…
The Primary Healthcare center Team at Makhzoumi Foundation attended the annual dinner of the Syndicate of Dietitians in Lebanon as a sponsoring participant, in a step that reflects commitment to supporting the development of the nutrition field and strengthening the role of dietitians in promoting public health.
As part of the partnership between the Primary Healthcare Department at the Ministry of Public Health #MOPH and the American University of Beirut (#AUB), the healthcare team at the #MakhzoumiFoundation participated in a meeting to present the progress results of the Telephone Counseling Service Project for Smoking Cessation Support. The meeting aimed to review the…
A visit recently took place at #MakhzoumiFoundation primary healthcare center in #Beirut. The visiting delegation included the PU-AMI team, Agence Française du Développement #AFD donors, and partners from Médecins du Monde #MdM and Amel Association. The purpose of the visit was to introduce the delegation to the range of services offered at the PHCC and…
Did you know that Type 1 diabetes can affect children and youth of school age? #Makhzoumi_Foundation team launched awareness sessions in schools about Type 1 diabetes, as part of a joint project with the American University of Beirut and the Ministry of Public Health, funded by the World Diabetes Foundation.
#Makhzoumi_Foundation participated in a meeting with His Excellency the Minister of Public Health, Dr. Rakan Nasser Al-Din, and the Director of the Primary Healthcare Department, Dr. Randa Hamadeh, along with several primary healthcare centers in #Lebanon. The meeting addressed current challenges and aimed to develop a plan to enhance preventive services, reaffirming the pivotal role…
The nursing team at the Primary Healthcare Center at #MakhzoumiFoundation was trained by the primary healthcare network of the Ministry of Public Health #MoPH on the Epidemiological Surveillance System, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency in the field of public health and to empower the team to detect suspected cases of infectious diseases…
As part of the collaboration between the Primary Healthcare Department at the Ministry of Public Health #MoPH, the Medical Center at the American University of Beirut #AUBMC, and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education #MEHE and with the support of the World Diabetes Foundation #WDF, the primary healthcare team at #MakhzoumiFoundation participated in the…
An honorary shield was awarded in recognition of #MakhzoumiFoundation outstanding performance in implementing the ASalemeh community health project during a meeting organized by the Ministry of Public Health in partnership with the European Union and #UNICEF, and under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Public Health, Dr. Rakan Nasser…
A delegation from Première Urgence – PU-AMI visited the Primary Health Care Center of #MakhzoumiFoundation, headed by the Deputy Head of Mission, Ms. Lieke De Jong. During the visit, they were introduced to the primary healthcare services and met with the management team to discuss potential future collaboration.
As part of the #accreditation process, it is essential to listen to the voice of the community! The primary healthcare center team at #MakhzoumiFoundation in #Beirut met with the local community committee to identify needs and service gaps. This ongoing #dialogue helps us improve our services to truly reflect what people need and ensures that…
As an advanced step in strengthening quality standards in delivering safe and responsible healthcare, #MakhzoumiFoundation team at the primary health center in #Beirut organized specialized training for healthcare workers. The training covered essential topics in infection control practices, featuring discussions and applications of best hygiene practices in the workplace and techniques for sterilizing medical instruments…
#MakhzoumiFoundation is dedicated to strengthening community health and preventing infectious diseases through comprehensive and free vaccination campaigns. In collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health #MoPH and #UNICEF, the “Aassalama” team of nurses and healthcare workers conducted field visits to various areas. These visits aim to vaccinate children and review their immunization records to ensure…
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.
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