Abu dhabi: The Integrated National Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Programme (Jaheziya) announced the launch of the first integrated international training program for preparedness, readiness, and response to biological risks and infectious diseases, titled 'TAAHAB' (Preparedness).
According to Emirates News Agency, the programme aims to develop the skills and capabilities of more than 1,000 frontline responders, including healthcare professionals, paramedics, emergency teams, civil defense personnel, rescue units, and field response teams. The programme is accredited by the European Centre for Disaster Medicine and the Jaheziya Academy, aligning with the highest international standards and best practices in health security and biological emergency preparedness.
The launch of the programme is part of the integrated national initiative for biological preparedness, readiness, response to biological threats, and infectious disease control, known as 'Biological Preparedness.' This initiative is the first national effort of its kind dedicated to investing in frontline responders through a comprehensive system for training, qualification, simulation, rapid response, scientific research, and innovation.
The programme builds on the achievements of the 'Jaheziya' Programme, which has successfully developed the skills of more than 20,000 frontline responders since its inception in 2020. The initiative has enhanced preparedness across regulatory and healthcare institutions through partnerships with over ten leading international universities and training centers under a unified internationally accredited framework.
The programme has significantly advanced the healthcare sector and health security both locally and internationally, aligning with the United Arab Emirates' vision to support national initiatives, foster strategic partnerships, and strengthen emergency response capabilities.
Dr. Adel Alshamry Al Ajami, Chief Executive Officer of Jaheziya, stated that the programme marks a strategic step in enhancing national health security and building highly qualified national teams capable of responding to biological threats and health disasters. He emphasized the importance of investing in human capital for a sustainable healthcare system capable of facing future challenges.
The international training programme adopts an integrated model that includes interactive training, medical simulation, field exercises, e-learning, hybrid education, multidisciplinary training, rapid response team development, command and control centers, medical operations management, as well as continuous assessment and performance evaluation.
Professor Roberto Mugavero, President of the European Centre for Disaster Medicine, highlighted that this initiative represents an advanced model for strengthening preparedness and response to biological risks and infectious diseases according to the highest international standards in health security and disaster management. He praised the partnership with 'Jaheziya' in supporting this pioneering initiative.