Thursday 21 / August / 2025
Khasab: The Directorate General of Health Services in Musandam Governorate on Wednesday organised a workshop on the inclusion of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in the National School Immunisation Programme.
The workshop is part of preparations for the national vaccination campaign, which aims to highlight national efforts in the field of student health and combating infectious diseases.
The Ministry of Health intends to launch the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine as part of the National School Immunisation Programme for sixth-grade students in public and private schools.
This decision is in line with the World Health Organization’s evidence-based recommendations, which confirm the vaccine’s effectiveness in preventing certain types of cancer, most notably cervical cancer, female and male reproductive system cancers, and other diseases directly linked to the virus.
Bader Saif Al Rawahi, Acting Director General of the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, said: “Implementing this decision represents a strategic step towards enhancing public health and protecting future generations from the burden of infectious diseases.” He emphasised that the targeted groups will receive the vaccine according to a carefully considered phased plan based on national and international standards in this field.
He added that the Ministry of Health is launching a series of training programmes for healthcare workers in Musandam Governorate, followed by other governorates.
The programme aims to enhance their preparedness, enhance their knowledge and skills on vaccine administration, ensure adherence to approved standards for the cold chain and distribution.
