Official highlights selfless services of nurses
ABU DHABI: Dr. Mohamed Salim Al Olama, UnderSecretary at Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) and Head of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Health Services Establishment (EHSE), highlighted the key and influential role of nurses in the UAE in providing the highest levels of health services, which will help establish a comprehensive healthcare system according to the highest international standards.
On the annual International Nurses Day on 12th May, Al Olama stressed that the nursing profession is one of the key foundations of the national health system and a noble human profession, which was clearly demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
He also noted the vital work of nurses as part of the country’s frontline defenders, who exerted exceptional efforts during the national response to the health crisis.
He then pointed out that the launch of the National Nursing Strategy was a key strategy to promote the nursing profession and implement the highest international standards in the nursing field, to achieve the country’s strategic goals and support the efforts to achieve total health coverage and sustainable development.
Earlier, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) highlighted the importance of vaccination as an effective instrument in the batle against the COVID-19 pandemic, especially as new variants continue to emerge.
In a statement on Tuesday, the ministry said it was continuing its efforts to vaccinate all target segments of society, to boost their immunity and prevent further infections.
The ministry, in cooperation with local health authorities, offers vaccination services across hundreds of centres around the country, along with home services to help vaccinate those with medical conditions preventing them from travelling to vaccination centres.
It also announced a list of categories exempted from taking the vaccine to ensure the safety of all citizens and residents who have received the vaccine, in line with the requirements of international medical organisations.