KAUST cases
The total number of cases of COVID-19 identified at KAUST remains at 14. Thirteen of the positive cases have been discharged upon completion of the MOH testing requirements. We are keeping in touch with all of our cases and monitoring their progress. We wish each of these community members well.
Emotional Support Helpline
Our team of qualified professionals are here to help.
Call the Emotional Support Helpline at +966 54 470 0804.
Support is available in Arabic and English between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Sunday to Thursday. Out of hours support is also available.
Resources and support
A wide variety of free resources and support are available, including:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health, Wellness and Counseling services for graduate students
- KAUST Health psychological and psychiatric services
- Support for young people
- Virtual health and wellness sessions
- 1:1 health coaching
- Individual, couple and family counseling
- Online community activities via the Virtual Community Hub
To learn more about the health and wellness resources available to you, call +966 54 470 0804 or visit the COVID-19 wellness information page to review a complete list of options.
Health and Wellbeing Community Survey – Update
The Health and Wellbeing Group would like to thank all community members who recently completed our Health and Wellbeing Community survey. Your opinions and ideas are important to us and we will be communicating outputs from the survey shortly.
How can I book an appointment at KAUST Health?
Any community member or visitor who needs to see a doctor in Family Medicine should call 012-808-0940. No walk-in or bookings via the KAUST Health Portal are possible at this time. Read more about the avaliable services and how to book an appointment here.
Community resources
COVID-19 Emotional Support Helpline
Need to talk? Our team of qualified professionals is here to help.
Call the Emotional Support Helpline at +966 (0)54 470 0804.
Virtual Community Hub
From online learning to treasure hunts to gaming tournaments, there is something for everyone. Take part in community challenges, find helpful resources and stay in touch with your family and friends…virtually. Read more
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.
- Review adjustments to facilities, services’ and programs’ operating hours.
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.
