MOH Commits To Regular Immunization Program Updates

The Ministry of Health has reiterated its commitment to regularly evaluating and enhancing the national immunization program, aligning it with the latest scientific advancements and global epidemiological trends. This affirmation coincided with the inauguration of National Immunization Week under the theme "Our Children are a Trust, Let Us Preserve It," featuring a range of educational and scientific initiatives targeting diverse segments of society.

Dr. Munther Al-Hassawi, the Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs, emphasized the significance of this event, coinciding with World Immunization Week, marking fifty years since the establishment of the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) by the World Health Organization in 1974.

Dr. Al-Hassawi highlighted the comprehensive agenda of the week, including a scientific conference aimed at exploring cutting-edge developments in disease prevention through immunization and its pivotal role in mitigating the impact of severe infectious diseases on global health.

Reflecting on global immunization achievements, Dr. Al-Hassawi underscored milestones such as the eradication of smallpox in 1979 and significant strides in combating polio, with Kuwait registering its last polio case in 1986 following the introduction of the polio vaccine in 1963.

Moreover, he emphasized the substantial decline in infection rates for various diseases like measles, rubella, mumps, rotavirus, pneumonia, and meningitis since the reinforcement of Kuwait’s immunization program with these vaccines.

Dr. Al-Hassawi acknowledged the collective efforts that led to overcoming the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, expressing optimism about humanity’s ability to resume normalcy post-pandemic.

The Ministry of Health's commitment to regular program review and adaptation underscores Kuwait’s proactive approach to public health, ensuring the continuous enhancement of immunization efforts to safeguard the nation’s well-being.

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