Baghdad:The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Maternal and Child Health Services Section at Primary Health Care Centres, recently organized a scientific workshop titled 'Advancing Maternal Vaccination From Evidence to Practice.' The event aimed to enhance the awareness of healthcare professionals regarding the latest developments and recommendations in maternal vaccination.
According to Ministry of Health - Bahrain, the workshop focused on improving the efficiency of healthcare practices and expanding vaccination coverage among target groups, particularly pregnant women. This initiative is part of efforts to maintain high levels of community immunity and protect the health of mothers and infants.
The scientific programme of the workshop featured several specialized lectures and sessions. Dr. Basma Al Saffar commenced the event with a lecture on 'Maternal Vaccination Protecting Mothers and Infants.' Following this, Dr. Hisham Al Akri, a Consultant in Paediatrics and Respiratory Medicine at Salmaniya Medical Complex, delivered a lecture on 'Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in Infants Understanding the Disease Burden.'
Subsequently, Dr. Rawan Al Agha, a Consultant in Infectious Diseases, conducted a session titled 'Maternal RSV Vaccination Evidence for Protecting Infants.' The programme concluded with Dr. Mona Al Mahri's lecture 'From Evidence to Practice Counselling on Maternal Vaccination,' which emphasized the significance of providing appropriate health guidance and counselling to mothers regarding vaccination.