Egypt's Health Minister meets UNICEF representative to discuss cooperation, Gaza crisis
Egypt's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, met with Natalie Meyer, UNICEF Representative in Egypt, and her delegation to discuss enhancing collaboration in healthcare, nutrition, and mental health, as well as Egypt's role in supporting Palestinians in Gaza amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
According to Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health, the discussions focused on bolstering Egyptian efforts to provide medical aid and humanitarian support to the people of Gaza. The meeting also explored joint efforts in early childhood nutrition, ensuring an integrated nutritional system that promotes public health, particularly in the early stages of life.
Another key point of discussion was integrating artificial intelligence (AI) training for children under specific guidelines to prepare them for the digital future. The two sides also addressed cooperation in the Golden 1,000 Days Initiative, a program aimed at improving maternal and fetal health, supporting healthy newborn development, and reducing caesarean birth rates in Egypt.
Additionally, mental health services enhancement was emphasized, particularly within primary healthcare units, to foster psychological stability among younger generations, ensuring they are equipped to innovate and compete in an increasingly complex world.
This meeting underscores Egypt's ongoing commitment to strengthening its healthcare sector and its humanitarian role in regional crises, working closely with UNICEF to implement sustainable healthcare solutions.
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