Kuwait is among countries with minimal infection spread in health facilities

Kuwait is among countries with minimal infection spread in health facilities

MoH launches annual hand hygiene campaign Kuwait Ministry of Health KUWAIT CITY, May 5: Kuwait’s commitment to infection prevention and control has been highlighted by Dr. Ahmed Al-Mutawa, Director of the Infection Prevention Department at the Ministry of Health. Dr. Al-Mutawa announced Kuwait’s commendable status as one of the countries with minimal infection spread in …MoH launches annual hand hygiene campaign

Kuwait Ministry of Health

KUWAIT CITY, May 5: Kuwait’s commitment to infection prevention and control has been highlighted by Dr. Ahmed Al-Mutawa, Director of the Infection Prevention Department at the Ministry of Health. Dr. Al-Mutawa announced Kuwait’s commendable status as one of the countries with minimal infection spread in intensive care units for infants and premature babies, underscoring the nation’s significant progress in combating infections within healthcare facilities.

Speaking at the inauguration of the annual hand hygiene campaign titled “Knowledge is the First Line of Defense,” held at the Infection Prevention Department headquarters in the Al-Sabah Specialized Medical District, Dr. Al-Mutawa emphasized the campaign’s objective of promoting awareness and health literacy regarding hand hygiene. He stressed the importance of enhancing skills and expertise to elevate healthcare services and prevent healthcare-associated infections.

Dr. Al-Mutawa highlighted the national program’s significance in combatting infection spread and