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    Heat Stroke in Emergency Department: Diagnosis and Management

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    Background: Heat stroke is a severe health concern with the potential for multi-organ failure, necessitating rapid and effective management. With rising global temperatures, there is increasing concern regarding the vulnerability of populations in high-heat areas, notably in Saudi Arabia, especially during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Objective: This paper aims to review the epidemiology, evaluation and management techniques of heat stroke, emphasizing the situation during Hajj pilgrimages in Saudi Arabia, and to outline the best practices for emergency management. Methodology: A comprehensive review of literature and studies related to heat stroke, both globally and specific to Saudi Arabia, was undertaken. An in-depth analysis of emergency management, including initial assessment, cooling methods, organ support, medication, and prevention strategies, was conducted. Results: Heat stroke remains a significant cause of emergency department visits, with specific groups, such as men and the elderly, being more susceptible. During the Hajj in 2016, 267 patients were diagnosed with heat-related illnesses, with heatstroke accounting for 29% of these cases. With the threat of global warming, studies indicate a potential tenfold increase in heat stroke risk with a 2°C rise in temperatures. Swift and comprehensive cooling is pivotal for recovery. Management emphasizes rapid recognition, assessment, and varied cooling methods, along with targeted treatments for organ dysfunctions. Prevention strategies play a vital role, given the higher efficacy and practicality over treating organ dysfunctions. Conclusion: Heat stroke is a pressing health challenge, particularly in high-risk environments like Saudi Arabia during the Hajj pilgrimage. While effective emergency management protocols exist, an emphasis on prevention is crucial. It is imperative to incorporate a comprehensive approach to address both the immediate threat and long-term risks of heat stroke, especially with the looming challenge of global warming

    The Qatari Culture and Sports Ministry Role in Forming the Country’s Image During the World Cup Organization

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    تهدف الدراسة إلى البحث في أهمية الدور المؤسساتي في تشكيل الصورة الثقافية لدولة قطر عند تنظيم كأس العالم لكرة القدم، من خلال التركيز على الكيفية التي ينظر بها القطريون إلى دور وزارة الثقافة والرياضة في استثمار الرياضة كقوة ناعمة جديدة ضمن أشكال القوة الناعمة التي تتخذها قطر سبيلًا لتواجدها الدُولي؛ وللتأكيد على أهمية الصورة الثقافية في تحقيق مكاسب من الحدث الضخم، جاءت أسئلة الدراسة على النحو الآتي: ما رأي المثقفين القطريين بتأطير وزارة الثقافة للشخصية القطرية؟ وهل يمكن استثماره في الحدث؟ ما رأي المثقفين بفعاليات وزارة الثقافة؟ وكيف لها أن تُسهم في تشكيل الصورة الثقافية؟ وما رأي المثقفين بدور الشباب في مناشط وزارة الثقافة؟ وكيف لهم أن يكونوا جزءًا من تلك الصورة الثقافية في نهائيات كأس العالم لكرة القدم 2022؟ اعتمد البحث أدوات كيفية مثل المقابلة والحلقة البؤرية، وتركزت إجابات المشاركين حول ثلاثة محاور: إطار الشخصية القطرية، ومحور الفعاليات الثقافية، والعنصر البشري، وتوصّل البحث إلى أن هناك عدم موافقة على تأطير الشخصية القطرية من قبل الوزارة، وأن تأطيرها لا يحظى بقبول كبير عند المثقفين، في حين بيّن البحث الدور المهم للأنشطة الثقافية والفعاليات المتنوعة في جذب الزائرين والتعرف على ثقافة البلد؛ مما قد يسمح في تشكّل صورة ذهنية إيجابية ، وأكّد أيضًا على ضرورة تأهيل المواطنين ولا سّيما الشباب وتمكينهم من المشاركة والإسهام في هذا الحدث، حيث يُمثّل الشباب عنصرًا حاسمًا في تشكيل الصورة الثقافية الإيجابية المرجوّة.This article aims at investigating the importance of the institutional role in forming the cultural image for Qatar while organizing the FIFA World Cup 2022. In doing so, the article focusses on the Qatari national’s point of view towards the role played by the Ministry of Culture and Sports and how they invested in sports as a new soft power. This is another type of power Qatar pursued to enhance its international status. The research uses qualitative tools such as interviews and focuses groups and questions How the Qatari intellectuals? How can this approach best serve the event? What is the intellectual’s opinion about the events organized by the ministry of culture? How can it form a cultural image for the state and society? What is the intellectual’s point of view about the youth's role in the events organized by the culture and sports ministry? Moreover, how can they be a part of the cultural branding in the FIFA World Cup 2022 finals? We emphasize three aspects: The Qatari personalities, cultural activities, and human resources. The results reveal disapproval of the ministry involvement in influencing the Qatari personality among many intellectuals. Cultural a positive impact of the activities and events among visitors that help in an ever-active country branding. Moreover, the research underlines the need to enable the citizen’s role, especially among youth, to better organize the upcoming mega sportive event as they represent an asset in forming the aimed positive cultural image
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