DHA joins congress on public health

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) recently took part in the International Public Health Congress held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

By (Staff Reporter)

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Published: Mon 14 May 2012, 11:02 PM

Last updated: Tue 7 Apr 2015, 1:45 PM

The congress, which takes place every three years, is a scientific conference for public health professionals from around the world.

Laila Al Jassmi, CEO of Health Policy and Strategy Sector said: “Dubai is the first Arab state to be accepted as member of World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA).

There are many benefits to join this international organisation. WFPHA members enjoy opportunities such as collaborating with large international health agencies, forging partnerships with other national public health associations and health agencies, attending international public health meetings and authoring new international health policies.”

The theme of the Congress was “Towards Global Health Equity: Opportunities and Threats.” The congress brought together leaders in health from across the globe to discuss public health issues and harness the synergy and strengths of innovation and experience from developing and developed world.

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