AMMAN — On Monday, the
Ministry of Health, Princess Taghrid
Institute for Development and Training (PTI), and the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-Day Saints signed a memorandum of understanding, under which the
ministry will receive medical equipment and training programs for health
personnel.
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With the agreement now in place, the
Ministry of Health is
set to receive invaluable support from the Latter-day Saint Charities. This
support includes the provision of essential medical equipment like
wheelchairs and mobility aids, which will undoubtedly make a significant impact on the
lives of those in need, the Jordan News Agency, Petra reported.
Moreover, the ministry will also benefit from comprehensive
training programs for health personnel, ensuring they are well-equipped to
provide top-notch care.
Focus on improving mother and newborn careIn particular, the focus of the training will be on
improving mother and newborn care, a
critical aspect of healthcare that
requires specialized skills and attention. Additionally, the memorandum
outlines the implementation of a newborn resuscitation program, which has the
potential to save countless young lives and further strengthen
Jordan's healthcare capabilities.
To facilitate the seamless execution of this initiative, the
PTI will play a vital role in assisting with logistics, ensuring the smooth
entry and clearance of medical devices through
border crossings and customs procedures.
Their expertise in development and training will be invaluable in making this
collaboration a resounding success.
The signing ceremony saw the presence of
Minister of Health, Firas Hawari, Director-General of PTI, Aghadir Jwaihan, and the Director of
Latter-day Saint Charities, Sharon Eubank, accompanied by the Regional Director
in Jordan, Mark Johnston.
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