Manama: The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Gulf Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, has launched a regional workshop aimed at advancing the elimination of measles in the Gulf region. The event brought together health officials and stakeholders from across the region to coordinate strategies and share expertise.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Samya Ali Baharom, Assistant Undersecretary of Public Health at the Ministry of Health, emphasized the importance of continued regional cooperation in reducing measles cases and boosting immunization programs. She highlighted the Kingdom of Bahrain's progress in disease prevention, noting the World Health Organization's recent recognition of the Kingdom's success in eliminating endemic measles and rubella.
The workshop is designed to assess the current situation, develop a unified strategy, and enhance preparedness and response mechanisms. Dr. Baharom praised the shared commitment and capabilities of GCC countries in achieving the goal of measles eradication.