The Sultanate of Oman today launched a regional training workshop for national emergency medical teams in Muscat. This workshop focuses on medical response methods to crises in the areas of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear emergencies, medical evacuation, and burn care.
This workshop, organized by the National Center for Crisis Management and Health Risks of the Ministry of Health of Oman in collaboration with the World Health Organization, will continue until Wednesday with the participation of medical staff from Oman and several countries from the Eastern Mediterranean region and Europe, including Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, and Ukraine.
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Emphasis on International Cooperation
Dr. Mohammed bin Saif Al-Busaidi, Director of the National Center for Crisis Management and Health Risks, emphasized the importance of cooperation between the Ministry of Health of Oman and the World Health Organization in his opening speech for the workshop. He added: "These collaborations help strengthen health preparedness and security and response to crises, as well as facilitate the exchange of experiences and the implementation of international standards."
Dr. Al-Busaidi also noted that the national emergency medical team is one of the key projects of this center, and efforts are underway to achieve international standards for this team.
Investment in National Capabilities
Dr. Asmus Hamrich, WHO representative in Oman, referred to investment in crisis preparedness as one of the priorities of health in Oman and its alignment with Oman Vision 2040. He emphasized that having a resilient health system responsive to the needs of the population is essential.
This workshop examines three main areas, including preparedness for chemical, biological, and nuclear incidents, burn care, and medical evacuation. Although these areas have their specific characteristics, they require cooperation and coordination between capabilities and efforts in emergency situations.
The emphasis on improving Oman’s national capacities in this area signifies the presence of skilled and coordinated personnel during crises. Additionally, the World Health Organization continues to support the efforts of the Ministry of Health of Oman to transform these experiences into practical capabilities.
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