{
  "id": 13657386,
  "title": "QCS receives GCC recognition for its ‘Wayyakum’ platform",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/qcs-receives-gcc-recognition-for-its-wayyakum-platform",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-11T06:05:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/11/10/2026/qcs-receives-gcc-recognition-for-its-wayyakum-platform"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar - The Qatar Cancer Society (QCS), through its digital platform \"Wayyakum,\" has been recognized by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in the Leading Voluntary Projects in Social Work category for 2026. This honor was bestowed during a ceremony in Bahrain, marking QCS's dedication to social and humanitarian work while advancing sustainable development.\n\nSheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabor Al Thani, Chairman of the Board of Directors at QCS, expressed pride in this recognition, underscoring the State of Qatar's commitment to impactful social initiatives. The \"Wayyakum\" platform, launched over 14 years ago, has evolved significantly, now helping cover the full treatment costs of non-Qatari cancer patients in Qatar.\n\nIn 2025, QCS supported approximately 1,750 adult and pediatric cancer patients, spending around QR49 million on treatment. The \"Wayyakum\" platform, a digital solution developed about 18 months ago, simplifies the application process for treatment assistance, enhancing access to patient support services. Applications are reviewed by QCS specialists and physicians to ensure efficient coordination and appropriate decisions.\n\nThe platform's integration with supporting entities in Qatar and the Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities streamlines assistance procedures, prevents duplicate funding requests, and ensures that support reaches eligible beneficiaries quickly and efficiently.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS), represented by its “Wayyakum” digital platform, has received GCC recognition in the Leading Voluntary Projects in Social Work category for 2026. The recognition award was presented during a ceremony honouring outstanding individuals and projects across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, held in the Kingdom of Bahrain on the sidelines of the…",
  "key_points": [
    "Qatar Cancer Society's 'Wayyakum' platform wins GCC award for 2026.",
    "Wayyakum helps cover full treatment costs for non-Qatari cancer patients.",
    "Platform launched 14 years ago, now streamlines patient support services."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}