ShareKUWAIT: Kuwait joined the international community on Monday in marking World Health Day under the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” as the World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global year-long campaign to raise awareness on the health of mothers and newborns. In a statement, WHO urged governments and the global health sector to intensify efforts aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality by improving access to quality healthcare during pregnancy and childbirth.
The organization highlighted alarming statistics in a recent study, revealing that approximately 300,000 women die annually from complications related to childbirth, over one million newborns lose their lives within the first month, and an estimated one million babies are stillborn each year.
Commenting on Kuwait’s efforts in this vital area, Ministry of Health official spokesperson Dr Abdullah Al-Sanad reaffirmed the country’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare for mothers and children. He noted that maternal and child health programs in Kuwait are continuously being developed and enhanced, in alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035, which places significant emphasis on advancing the healthcare sector.
Echoing this commitment, Dr Amal Khedher, Head of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at the Ministry of Health, underscored the ministry’s dedication to providing world-class medical care and treatment to women and children. She pointed to the ongoing expansion of infrastructure in the obstetrics and gynecology field, with new departments, clinics, and healthcare centers being established to better serve this essential segment of the population.
Dr Khedher also highlighted the integration of advanced technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in health services, stating that healthcare professionals are regularly trained to keep pace with emerging medical technologies. She added that collaboration with international institutions remains a top priority to ensure continued improvement in healthcare services for women, in line with both the Ministry’s strategic directives and the national development vision. — KUNA
