Health
Egypt Launches Second Phase of Internet Addiction Clinics in Four New Hospitals
July 15, 2026 at 09:28 AM
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The Egyptian Ministry of Health has launched the second phase of specialized clinics for internet and electronic game addiction treatment, adding four new hospitals nationwide.
- Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar announced the second phase includes operating service in four new hospitals: Misr El Gedida, Benha, Shebin El Kom, and Sohag.
- The expansion raises the total number of hospitals offering the service to 10, following the first phase at six hospitals.
- Dr. Ayman Abbas said the initiative provides a free self-assessment questionnaire on the national mental health platform to help citizens evaluate usage by age group.
- Dr. Sally El Nubi reported that 120 cases attended clinics during the first two-month phase, with 60% being youth and adolescents and 70% unemployed.


