US-based healthcare group lauds Qatar’s arrangements for World Cup
A senior executive from a significant US healthcare organization has praised Qatar’s preparations and arrangements for the fast-approaching FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
Qatar’s allocated resources, according to Johonniuss Chemweno, CEO of VIP StarNetwork, a leading supplier of mobile and on-site health services.
With more than 1.5 million visitors coming from all over the world, healthcare is a top priority, and Qatar has taken significant steps to provide health and safety services for the World Cup, according to Chemweno, who spoke with The Peninsula through email.
“Qatar’s preparation for the World Cup is unparalleled to previous World Cups in terms of stadiums, architectural excellence. The infrastructure seems capable of handling the mass gatherings that will take place across the small nation.
“After visiting the country several weeks ago in preparation to support the health, medical and safety for fans, players, dignitaries, and the many others who will be in attendance throughout the event in Qatar, I can say firsthand the country has invested and continues to devote resources to ensure the event is an experience that no one will forget,” he added.
The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has said that its healthcare partners are committed to supporting the delivery of a safe and healthy tournament for everyone involved.
Visitors coming to Qatar for the tournament can access medical care at any of the country’s private or public hospitals, medical centres, clinics and pharmacies.
In addition to these services at dedicated healthcare facilitates, there are also a host of special healthcare services that will be open in and around all FIFA World Cup related events and locations during the tournament.
VIP StarNetwork has formed partnerships with several organisations in Qatar to fulfil the vast need for healthcare at the World Cup.
“Our involvement to support the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is dedicated to our technology to connect patients to consumers through our technological platform and healthcare ecosystem,” said Chemweno.
He continued, “We anticipate our participation with the Qatar Free Trade Commission (QFTC), related ministries throughout Qatar, and affiliated organizations with FIFA.
VIP StarNetwork offers health and safety services to big athletic events like the Big East Tournament as well as movie companies like Netflix and Amazon.
Additionally, they have teamed up with New York State to offer free COVID-19 testing and vaccinations to any location that requests them, including as schools, community centers, houses of worship, theaters, etc.