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Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Health
- Al Etihad
My award is a tribute to all nurses, says Ghanaian nurse who won Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award
29 May 2025 12:49 A. SREENIVASA REDDY (ABU DHABI)Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, the Ghanaian nurse who recently won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025, said the honour she received in Dubai was not just a personal milestone, but a tribute to the unseen heroes of healthcare systems in Ghana, across Africa, and the wider an interview with Aletihad, Naomi said: 'I am deeply emotional and really humbled to receive the award from the hands of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.'A specialist in oncology nursing, Naomi heads the National Radiotherapy Oncology and Nuclear Medicine Centre at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra. She has been instrumental in transforming patient care and spearheading specialist nurse training across Ghana. Notably, she helped launch the country's postgraduate oncology nursing curriculum in 2015, which has since produced over 60 oncology nurse specialists and 10 breast care influence extends across Africa. Naomi serves on the education and training committee of the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), co-leads initiatives with the ISNCC, and is a co-investigator on the Global Bridges Oncology GM Grant. As a global faculty member of ASCO's Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Courses, she represents African nursing voices in international forums and has mentored more than 48 nurses from across the continent. Her work has earned her several honours, including Ghana's Ministry of Health Excellence Award and the Dr Dorcia Kisseh International from over 100,000 applicants from 199 countries, Naomi was honoured with a $250,000 cash prize as part of the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award, which was launched by Aster DM Healthcare in 2021 to recognise outstanding contributions by nurses in fields such as leadership, innovation, research, and community on her field, Naomi said cancer care demands a more comprehensive and empathetic approach than general nursing. 'You have got to be more knowledgeable. You should know physical, psychological and emotional needs of the patient. As you get to know more of the biology of the disease, you become dexterous in caring for the patients,' she who has seen many a patient in her long cancer care career, is known to be a champion of equity in cancer care. What does equity in cancer care mean? She says it means accessibility and affordability. 'Any person who has cancer should be able to have access to the required treatment and be able to afford them,' she said, adding equity also means health workers should be equipped with the right skills needed to care for the COVID-19 pandemic, Naomi led the development of a telemedicine initiative to reduce hospital visits and protect vulnerable patients. 'Only when cancer patients had to do chemo were they asked to head to the labs straight without having to go through the regular physical assessment from nurses and doctors,' she said. Symptom management was handled remotely via phone and WhatsApp. Though a few nurses succumbed to the virus, she said the government offered critical support and ensured the supply of protective also expressed interest in exploring the UAE's healthcare system firsthand. 'From everything I have read and heard, hospitals here are equipped with state-of-the-art technology,' she asked about her plans for Ghana, the award-winning nurse said that not only Ghana but Africa should stand tall when it comes to the competencies of nurses. 'We have plans for harmonising standards for nursing training in Africa. We want African nurses to be on par with their Western counterparts. They should be equipped with the same skill sets so they can give the same type of care.' 'Nurses, who constitute the majority of the workforce, should have a seat at the decision-making table,' she said. 'They should be part of the leadership teams in the healthcare sector so they can give their inputs for policymaking.'
Al Etihad
13-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE leads future of sustainable supply chains, says Nahyan bin Mubarak at IPSC 2025
13 Apr 2025 19:38 DUBAI (WAM) The UAE, thanks to its visionary leadership and advanced infrastructure, has become a global role model in efficient and sustainable supply chain systems and leads the future of sustainable supply chains, stated Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence."The supply chains have become a critical component of modern society, likening them to electricity in our homes — often unnoticed until disrupted.""We have come to realise the fragility of these systems, and the need for them to be resilient, secure, innovative, data-driven, and capable of adapting to rapid global changes,'' said Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak in his opening address at the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (IPSC) in a major global event, Blue Ocean Corporation, a world leader in procurement and supply chain consulting and training, hosted a new edition of the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (IPSC) in Dubai. Held under the theme 'Redefining Global Trade: The UAE Shaping Sustainable Supply Chains for the Future,' the conference brought together over 500 global leaders, industry experts, and decision-makers to discuss the UAE's pioneering role in driving sustainable trade innovation in a rapidly evolving economic Nahyan bin Mubarak stressed that recent crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic and maritime incidents, have revealed the urgent need for collaboration between governments and institutions to ensure the sustainability and efficiency of supply chains—vital for community well-being and environmental preservation.'We have invested in ports, airports, free zones, and manufacturing capabilities while embracing modern technologies and adopting policies of transparency and openness. These elements collectively position the UAE as a leader in this field.'He further clarified that these achievements were made possible through the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, who place high priority on infrastructure, economic growth, and continued, stating that the UAE does not aim only to fulfill its national interests but also strives to provide a global model that other countries can benefit from.'We welcome international collaboration, and we view supply chains as a fundamental pillar of national security, economic strategy, and innovation.'He concluded his speech by expressing great optimism about the outcomes of the conference, stating, 'Your participation in this event is a source of hope and optimism. Collaboration in supply chains is essential to global economic growth and regional and international integration.'Notably, the conference was held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin in attendance were international dignitaries, including Sourav Ganguly, legendary Indian cricketer, and Amruta Fadnavis, renowned Indian social activist and Chairperson of the Divija Foundation—highlighting the global stature of the event and reinforcing the UAE's position as a premier hub for international cooperation and cultural CEO of Blue Ocean, Dr. Sathya Menon, remarked on the sidelines of the event, 'The IPSC has once again proven to be a dynamic platform for change. We've brought together global expertise to demonstrate that the UAE is not merely adapting to sustainable trade demands—it is leading the way toward a more resilient and sustainable future.'The conference showcased practical applications in areas such as AI-powered logistics and green procurement practices, reinforcing the UAE's position as a global hub for sustainable supply chains. Delegates explored how these initiatives align with the country's ambitions to lead in the domain of green the UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global trade and innovation hub, the IPSC 2025 has set a new benchmark for international collaboration and thought leadership. Blue Ocean Corporation also announced that the next edition of the conference will be held in New Delhi.
