Egypt’s Health Minister Announces Final Preparations for ‘Tour for Cure’ Platform Launch

Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, emphasized the ministry’s commitment to elevating the health tourism sector in Egypt during a recent extensive hearing session held by the Health Affairs Committee of the House of Representatives, chaired by Dr. Sherif Pasha.

During the session, Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, announced that final preparations are underway for the launch of the national health tourism platform “Tour for Cure,” in full collaboration with the National Council for Health Tourism.

Dr. Hossam further noted that the ministry has decided to adopt the term “health tourism” instead of “medical tourism,” reflecting a comprehensive vision that extends beyond treatment to include preventive care, rehabilitation, and integrated wellness tourism, aligning with global best practices.

Amr Sedky, Secretary of the National Council for Health Tourism, stated: “The launch of the Tour for Cure platform represents a significant leap in Egypt’s health tourism system. The platform will serve as a unified electronic gateway connecting international patients with distinguished healthcare facilities while offering comprehensive packages that combine high-quality medical services with Egypt’s unique tourist experiences, enhancing our global competitiveness.”.

The key features of the national platform “Tour for Cure” include:.

• Facilitating procedures for receiving health tourists and providing integrated services.
• Connecting accredited healthcare facilities with tourism entities.
• Offering diverse health tourism packages.
• Strengthening strategic partnerships with the private sector.
• Implementing the highest international quality and safety standards.

The Ministry of Health and Population, in collaboration with the National Council for Health Tourism, reaffirms its full commitment to launching the platform as soon as possible to achieve the nation’s vision of maximizing benefits from this vital economic and health sector.