Health Services and Compliance with International Health Regulations at King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Airport, Jizan

Abstract

This paper examines the health services available at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport in Jizan, Saudi Arabia, and their compliance with International Health Regulations (IHR 2005). It evaluates passenger satisfaction, operational performance, and adherence to global health standards, emphasizing the integration of a public health plan with the airport's main operational framework. Additionally, it highlights the activation of a reporting point for the National Focal Center to submit reports of emergency events to the National Focal Center for the International Health Regulations Program at the Ministry of Health. The airport also managed more than 70,000 international passengers in 2024, underscoring its growing importance as a major point of entry. The role of Gizan Health is pivotal in supporting these health services by providing medical teams, managing health facilities, and coordinating with the Ministry of Health