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King Abdullah Medical City Fits Syrian Patient with Pacemaker, Helps Him Join Pilgrims on Arafat

Muslim pilgrims pray on the plains of Mount Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage on June 27, 2023. (dpa)
Muslim pilgrims pray on the plains of Mount Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage on June 27, 2023. (dpa)
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King Abdullah Medical City Fits Syrian Patient with Pacemaker, Helps Him Join Pilgrims on Arafat

Muslim pilgrims pray on the plains of Mount Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage on June 27, 2023. (dpa)
Muslim pilgrims pray on the plains of Mount Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage on June 27, 2023. (dpa)

A Syrian pilgrim’s dream came true after having a pacemaker fitted by the medical team at King Abdullah Medical City Cardiac Center in Makkah, reported the Saudi Press Agency.

The pilgrim had suffered from severe chest pain while performing the Umrah, the Ministry of Health said.

He was moved to King Abdulaziz Hospital in Makkah when his health condition worsened.

Upon examination, he was found to suffer from arrhythmia and was moved to the Cardiac Center where the medical team fitted the pacemaker after which he was discharged and able to the pilgrims on Arafat.

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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The Saudi Northern Borders region, renowned for its diverse desert landscape, is witnessing the resurgence of the Diplotaxis, a vibrant yellow-flowered species that had become increasingly rare.
This resurgence is attributed to continuous conservation efforts, including the establishment of wildlife reserves and the implementation of stricter environmental protection laws, according to SPA.
Diplotaxis is an annual plant in the Northern Boreders region, typically reaching half a meter in height. Its hairy leaves, an adaptation to the harsh desert climate, help retain moisture. The plant thrives in gravelly soils and blooms in spring with fragrant yellow flowers.
Aman Environmental Association Board of Directors Chairman Nasser Al-Majlad told SPA that the early rainfall this year fostered the growth of numerous plant species, including Diplotaxis, which had been absent from the area for several years.
The Northern Borders region boasts a rich variety of plant life, including aromatic, seasonal, and annual species.

This diverse flora plays a crucial role in combating desertification, stabilizing soil, increasing biodiversity, and enhancing the region's environmental health. Moreover, it contributes to the region's tourism appeal.