Sharjah Municipality opens Kalba Medical Fitness Centre

October 09, 2025 / 4:27 AM

Sharjah 24: In implementation of the directives and follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Executive Council, and in the presence of Sheikh Haitham bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Deputy Chairman of the Ruler's Office in Kalba, and Obaid Saeed Al Tunaiji, Director General of Sharjah Municipality, the Sharjah Municipality, working together with the Kalba Municipality, has opened the first Kalba Medical Fitness Examination Centre. This new center aims to offer medical check-up services to a wide range of people. It’s part of an effort to improve public health in the area and to provide quality services to the community.

The recent opening of a new medical fitness center was attended by several key officials, including Dr Ahmed Saeed Al Mazrouei, the Director of Kalba Municipality, and Adel Omar Salem, the Director of Public Health and Central Laboratories at Sharjah Municipality.

Obaid Saeed Al Tunaiji, the Director General of Sharjah Municipality, highlighted that this new center is part of the municipality's promise to make medical fitness services more accessible across different areas in Sharjah. The goal is to help improve the health and well-being of the community by offering high-quality medical services backed by a skilled team. The center is equipped with modern tools and technology to provide quick and accurate test results, supporting the trend towards digital services in healthcare.

Al Tunaiji explained that this center is just one of many spread throughout Sharjah, aimed at making it easier for people to access necessary health services. The municipality worked quickly to set everything up, allowing the center to start welcoming customers right after its opening.

Adel Omar Salem shared that the center has a dedicated medical team and state-of-the-art equipment to deliver excellent services. Currently, it offers medical exams needed for residency and occupational health cards for workers in various public health sectors. More services will be added over time. He mentioned that the process for customers is simple and efficient. After submitting their paperwork and getting a blood test, people can expect their results via text message within just two hours, showcasing the shift towards digital solutions to enhance customer experience.

Salem also noted that the staff at these centers are highly trained and equipped with the best tools to ensure accurate results quickly. The municipality is committed to meeting the public's needs and expectations across all its services.

Dr Ahmed Saeed Al Mazrouei praised the efforts of Sharjah City Municipality in opening the center and providing the necessary resources quickly. He emphasized that the center will help make services more accessible, saving people time and effort, and reinforcing Sharjah’s reputation as a leader in public health in the region.

Additionally, during the opening event, Sharjah City Municipality introduced a vehicle designed to monitor air quality throughout the city. This vehicle is equipped with advanced sensors that can detect various pollutants and will help city officials make informed decisions to improve air quality. The data collected will be valuable for understanding pollution trends and for planning initiatives like planting trees in busy areas.