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The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has joined the global community in observing World Malaria Day on April 25, a day that marks the 16th anniversary of the UAE being declared malaria-free by the World Health Organisation in 2007.
The ministry has reiterated the UAE’s commitment to helping reduce worldwide malaria incidence by 90% before 2030, in line with this year’s “Harness Innovation to Reduce the Malaria Disease Burden and Save Lives†theme.
MoHAP emphasised that the UAE continue to make every effort to combat malaria through the implementation of preventative measures that prioritise the protection of the community’s health. The nation was among the first in the Eastern Mediterranean region to be declared free of the disease, solidifying its commitment to maintaining a healthy environment for its citizens.
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MoHAP said that several international health organisations have lauded UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his unwavering support to global efforts aimed at combating malaria. His Highness has supported the “Malaria No More†and “Reaching the Last Mile†initiatives, which are part of the country’s broader humanitarian initiatives to promote health programmes and therapeutics.
The UAE has also consistently demonstrated its commitment to supporting global health initiatives, including the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI) and the “Roll Back Malaria Partnership†programme.