The initiative was launched for the purpose of screening travellers for symptoms of COVID-19 and providing them with general health education, as well as instructing them on infection control and how to protect themselves from COVID-19. Furthermore, hand sanitizers, gloves and masks were distributed to travellers. The initiative was particularly important because Al Qurayyat is a border city that sees a considerable number of travellers; therefore, it is important to ensure that they are well-informed about preventative measures.

Travellers arriving at/departing from Al Qurayyat airport were targeted, and the initiative also serves to protect the elderly, children, and chronic disease patients. The initiative was funded in-kind and lasted for eight days.

The initiative aimed to improving the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of travelers and airport workers about precautionary measures conerning COVID-19. This was achieved by:

• Measuring vital sings (especially temperature.)
• Delivering educational messages about recommended health practices before, during and after trip.
• Distributing hand sanitizers, gloves, and face masks.
• Providing communications about proper hand washing and face mask use.
• Educating airport workers about COVID-19.

Regarding post-pandemic prospects, the initiative helps improve knowledge, attitudes and practices pertinent to protective measures against infectious diseases in general.

The initiative's results can be summarized as follows:

• 1000 travellers received COVID-19 related education.
• 16 workers enrolled in the initiative.
• Initiative took place over a span of 348 hours.
• Estimated cost: 40,000 SR.