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April 15 COVID-19 Advisory

15 April, 2020

KAUST cases

The current number of positive cases identified on campus remains at 11. We are keeping in touch with and monitoring the progress of the four positive KAUST cases recently transferred to nominated facilities in Jeddah. 

DSFH/IMC buses resume operations

We would like to inform users that the buses to Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital (DSFH) and the International Medical Center (IMC) in Jeddah will resume their operations on Thursday, April 16, 2020. The schedule of the buses can be found here. Anyone using the Jeddah hospital buses is required to show an appointment confirmation. Upon return to KAUST, quarantine will apply to the bus user as well as to anyone in his or her household.

Expectant parents FAQ

To support members of our community who are expectant parents, KAUST Health has gathered together relevant resources in the form of an FAQ. The FAQ is applicable to the situation of being pregnant while being at KAUST during these uncertain times.

Staying informed

  • Stay informed about COVID-19 and the University’s directives here.
  • Contact our dedicated helpline or call 012 808 0950 from Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Find things to do during the current situation on the Virtual Community Hub.
  • Review the complete list of community facilities, services and programs operating hours.
  • Need to talk? Call the Emotional Support Helpline at +966 54 470 0804 or visit the COVID-19 wellness information page to review a complete list of options.

Once again, we’d like to thank you for your cooperation and ongoing adherence to directives. These have been designed to keep you safe and to help manage the crisis.