Khartoum: Federal Minister of Health, Dr. Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim, on Sunday, reviewed the outcomes of the national committees tasked with developing Sudan's National Dengue Fever Strategy. The meeting was held at his office with Risk Communication Advisor and National Team member, Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Rahman Nour, in the presence of Health Ministry Undersecretary, Dr. Ali Babiker Sidahmed, and several participating experts.
According to Sudan News Agency, the discussions focused on practical steps for drafting the strategy and establishing key pillars centred on health promotion, community engagement, integrated interventions, as well as the importance of organizational structure, funding, and enforcing relevant laws. The minister emphasized the need for coordination with the federal government to ensure state-level participation in controlling disease vectors.
Experts revealed the formation of specialized working groups, including public health laboratories, emergency response, health promotion, and media teams, to prepare a comprehensive report drawing on similar international experiences. They also praised the efforts of healthcare workers 'white army' for confronting epidemic challenges and providing services under difficult conditions.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the minister commended the national team of experts and consultants, both within Sudan and abroad, affirming that the National Dengue Fever Strategy will be launched soon under the Prime Minister's patronage.