محتوى الصفحة
The Saudi Scientific Society for Preventive Health aims to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and communities and prevent the occurrence and impact of chronic diseases, in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its commitment to advancing healthcare, particularly in the field of preventive medicine. It works to improve public health by developing and promoting effective approaches to health promotion, preventing chronic diseases, and supporting healthy lifestyles, with a particular focus on preventing non-communicable diseases and reducing their complications. The Society also supports and encourages interdisciplinary research and studies in medicine and preventive health, while advancing medical and health education in this field for physicians and all healthcare professionals.
Main Responsibilities- Promoting healthy lifestyles
- Shifting the focus of healthcare from treatment to prevention
- Raising community awareness of unhealthy behaviors and practices that negatively impact health.
- Providing specialized, evidence-based consultations in preventive health.
- Enhancing community engagement in the prevention of chronic diseases and their complications.
- Supporting collaborative, interdisciplinary research and studies in medicine and preventive health.
- Enhancing the exchange of knowledge and expertise among various health disciplines.
- Disseminating the latest information on disease development, risk factors, and early detection methods.
- Facilitating the exchange of scientific knowledge and research outputs in preventive health among local and international organizations.
- Promoting collaboration among healthcare professionals in preventive health and medicine.
- Maintaining continuous and effective communication with local, regional, and international institutions with shared interests.
- Facilitating the exchange of scientific and knowledge production in the fields of preventive health between bodies and institutions inside and outside the Kingdom.
- Working on rapprochement and cooperation between workers and specialists in preventive health and preventive medicine.
- Continuous and effective communication with local, regional and international institutions with common interests.
Establishment Decision
The Saudi Scientific Society for Preventive Health is a Saudi scientific society established pursuant to Decision No. (33234), dated 17/7/1439 AH. Operating under the umbrella of Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University and headquartered at the College of Medicine in Riyadh, the Society undertakes research, scientific publishing, consultations, and the organization of medical and scientific events addressing public health in its broadest scope and preventive health in its specialized context, serving both the public and private sectors.
The Society was established as the first Saudi scientific society dedicated to integrating the clinical aspects of chronic diseases and emerging health challenges with the identification, monitoring, and reduction of associated risk factors. It also promotes the application of digital health technologies in preventive care and supports the transition from a treatment-focused healthcare model to one centered on prevention and health promotion.
Fields of Preventive health
Society Membership
1. Compliance with the Society's membership requirements, bylaws, and internal regulations. 2. Active participation in the Society's activities and meetings. 3. Responsible and accurate sharing of verified information and exchange of expertise with fellow Society members. 4. Commitment to fulfilling duties assigned by the Society's Board of Directors when elected to a position.Membership Benefits:We welcome all healthcare professionals to join the Society, participate in its activities, and contribute to advancing preventive health in Saudi Arabia while benefiting from the following membership privileges:- Participation, nomination, and voting rights in the Society's Board of Directors elections, in accordance with the regulations governing scientific societies at Saudi universities.
- Professional development opportunities through discounts on training programs offered by the Society or its partners.
- Priority consideration for nominations for opportunities announced by the Society.
- Discounted access to publications and newsletters issued by the Society or its partners.
- Access to the Society's online services, including training courses and electronic newsletters.
- Opportunities to exchange knowledge and expertise with specialists and fellow Society members through regular meetings.
- Opportunities to represent the Society internationally through collaborative assignments and activities.
- Expert guidance and consultation through the Society's Expert Committee on various areas of specialization, including research and publication in indexed scientific journals.
- Opportunities for community engagement and volunteering in healthcare and other relevant fields.
- Subscription to the Society's mailing list for announcements and invitations to local, regional, and international health conferences.
Membership Registration:
| Membership Type | Annual Membership Fee | Description |
| Honorary Membership | Free | - Granted by a decision of the General Assembly to individuals who have contributed to the advancement of the Society's areas of interest or provided significant support.
- Honorary members are selected by a decision of the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Board of Directors.
- Honorary members are exempt from membership fees and may attend General Assembly meetings and various committees and participate in discussions, without voting rights.
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| Active Membership | SAR 200 | - Available to individuals holding a bachelor's degree or higher in a health-related discipline.
- Active members may attend General Assembly meetings and committee sessions, participate in discussions, vote in elections, and nominate themselves for membership of the Board of Directors.
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| Affiliate Membership – Professional | SAR 100 | - Available to individuals interested in preventive health with no academic qualification in a health-related discipline, as well as health college students in Saudi Arabia and professionals interested in the field who do not meet the academic requirements for active membership.
- Affiliate members may attend Society meetings and events without voting rights and may not nominate themselves for the Board of Directors. They may, however, be invited to participate in the Society's working subcommittees.
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| Affiliate Membership – Student | SAR 100 | Available to students interested in preventive health.
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- Membership begins on the date of joining the Society's membership system and is valid for one year.
- Student membership requires supporting documentation, such as a university ID.
Society MembersMembers
Members of the Founding Committee of the Saudi Scientific Society for Preventive Health
| Dr. Hanadi bint Adnan Bakhsh
| Committee Chair
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Dr. Elham bint Hassan Al-Hafzi
| Member
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Dr. Hala Al-Marshadi
| Member
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Dr. Iman bint Mohammed Al-Musaid
| Member
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Dr. Amal bint Ahmed Al-Fayed
| Member
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Members of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Scientific Society for Preventive Health – Third Council Term:
Dr. Nouf bint Al-Hassan Al Saud
| Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine; Consultant in Plastic, Reconstructive, Burn, and Microsurgery, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
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Chairperson of the Board
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Dr. Alaa bint Abdullah Al Masoud
| Acting Head, Biological Tissue Bank Department, Natural and Health Sciences Research Center, the University |
Vice President
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Dr. Badriah bint Shuraytih Al-Ruwaili
| Assistant Consultant Professor of Family and Community Medicine, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital
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Secretary of the Board
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Mr. Mishaal bin Marzouq Al-Sharrafa
| Medical Laboratory Specialist, Natural and Health Sciences Research Center, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
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Treasurer
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Dr. Ghada bint Abdulfattah Al-Ruhaili
| Assistant Professor and Consultant of Pulmonary Diseases and Pulmonary Fibrosis, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
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Member |
Dr. Shaima bint Abdullah Al-Othman
| Head, Population Health Department, Lifestyle and Health Administration, Natural and Health Sciences Research Center, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
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Member |
| Prof. Abdulbasit bin Salem Abu Humaidah | Institute of Medical Genomics Sciences / King Abdullah Complex for Scientific Expertise |
Member |
Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulbasit Al-Malibari
| Associate Professor of Public Health and Epidemiology, and Public Health Consultant, College of Medicine, Al-Baha University |
Member
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