Doha: The
Ministry of Public Health has launched a national awareness campaign
highlighting the importance of hand hygiene and infection prevention and
control practices in reducing healthcare-associated infections and enhancing
the safety of both patients and healthcare workers.
The
campaign featured a range of activities conducted both in person and virtually
across healthcare facilities in several foreign languages, including field
visits, distribution of educational materials, and awareness messages displayed
on digital screens, in waiting areas, and across social media platforms. As
part of the campaign, MoPH also organised an interactive online educational
webinar delivered by experts from the ministry and the World Health
Organization, attracting more than 6,700 healthcare professionals from across
the country. Discussions focused on strengthening hand hygiene practices and
increasing compliance with health protocols.
In
parallel with regional efforts marking World Hand Hygiene Day, the WHO Regional
Office for the Eastern Mediterranean organised a virtual regional webinar
titled "Hand Hygiene and Infection Prevention and Control During Crises
and Conflicts in the Middle East: More Important Than Ever." During the
webinar, Qatar was highlighted as a leading regional model in infection
prevention and control systems, with the country's experience showcased during
a dedicated session.
Healthcare
facilities across the country also organised a series of educational and
awareness activities, including training sessions, creative competitions, and
public awareness booths, in support of World Hand Hygiene Day 2026 and the
WHO's ongoing efforts in this field.
The Ministry of Public Health reaffirmed its continued commitment to strengthening infection prevention practices and advancing health awareness programmes, calling on all healthcare professionals and members of the community to continue prioritising hand hygiene as a shared public health responsibility.
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