{"id":810502,"date":"2024-12-06T10:16:40","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T16:16:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/06\/global-experts-convene-to-discuss-innovative-health-solutions-in-the-world-innovation-summit-for-health-2024\/"},"modified":"2024-12-06T10:16:40","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T16:16:40","slug":"global-experts-convene-to-discuss-innovative-health-solutions-in-the-world-innovation-summit-for-health-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/06\/global-experts-convene-to-discuss-innovative-health-solutions-in-the-world-innovation-summit-for-health-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Global experts convene to discuss innovative health solutions in the World Innovation Summit for Health 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><span>The seventh <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wish.org.qa\/\"><span>World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH)<\/span><\/a><span> conference kicked off on Wednesday in Doha bringing together global healthcare experts under one roof for two consecutive days.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Humanizing healthcare in times of conflict and inequality is the central theme of the 2024 WISH.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This year\u2019s event, hosted by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qf.org.qa\/\"><span>Qatar Foundation (QF)<\/span><\/a><span>, is planned to delve into innovative solutions that prioritize the well-being of all, leaving no one behind. By focusing on resilience and equity, WISH aims to inspire a healthier future for everyone, everywhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The inaugural ceremony witnessed the presence of notable speakers such as Dr. Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari, Qatar\u2019s former Minister of Public Health; Lord Darzi of Denham, Executive Chair of WISH; and Dr. Christos Christou, President of M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>In her opening address, her Excellency Dr. Al Kuwari said: \u201cUnder the visionary leadership of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, WISH continues to expand as a global community committed to making healthcare accessible and humane.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u201cAt WISH, we strive to present the world\u2019s most cutting-edge ideas and scientific advancements. But we also focus on confronting the urgent challenges before us..<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u201cThis year\u2019s theme, \u2018Humanizing Health: Conflict, Equity, and Resilience\u2019, reflects our commitment to addressing the profound health challenges people face worldwide, especially those who have, and continue to endure unimaginable hardship\u2026. The toll of war and displacement has tested humanity\u2019s resilience and underscored the urgent need for peace, health and protection.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Lord Darzi of Denham, Executive Chair of WISH, <\/span><span>drew attention to the perilous conditions faced by healthcare workers in war zones, <\/span><span>\u201cWar is a healthcare catastrophe. There can never be any justification for targeting healthcare personnel or infrastructure \u2013 it is purely and simply wrong. We must stand together to condemn such actions and honor those who courageously continue to provide care in the most appalling conditions.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Addressing the summit\u2019s theme of conflict, equity, and resilience, he condemned the alarming rise of attacks on healthcare personnel and infrastructure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u201cWe need to know that there is a place that is respected, and that place is a hospital. We are scrambling without basic medicines, anesthetics or antibiotics. There are many doctors in Gaza who are amputating on children without anesthetic, for example,\u201d Dr. Christou said.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>When questioned about MSF\u2019s impartial approach, he reaffirmed the organization\u2019s unwavering commitment to providing medical aid with no exception. However, physicians \u201chave a mandate to bear witness, to be a voice of the voiceless.\u2026 Neutrality means many things, but it does not mean silence.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>A powerful film was screened to convey a profound message about the sufferings of Palestinians as a result of the aggressive Israeli assaults on Gaza.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>It recounts the story of 11-year-old Dareen Al Bayaa, who lost nearly her entire family due to an Israeli strike on her home, leaving no one alive, but her five-year-old brother who was taken with her to Doha to undergo inpatient treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This edition is distinguished by WISH\u2019s partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) which marks a new era of collaboration in global health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>By developing evidence-based reports and policy papers, the two organizations aim to transform healthcare delivery, prioritizing the human element and addressing the specific needs of vulnerable populations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This partnership underscores the signifance of innovation and human-centered approaches in addressing global health challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The global-gathering event scrutinizes into the theme of \u201cHumanizing Health\u201d through four key areas:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>The health impacts of armed conflict, including pain management, disability, hunger, and mental health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>The health of refugees, migrants, and other vulnerable groups, with a focus on tuberculosis and palliative care.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Innovations in healthcare systems, including addressing antimicrobial resistance and ethical considerations in AI.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Empowering communities for better health: Addressing obesity and women\u2019s cancers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Day one of the summit was characterized by a multitude of brainstorming sessions addressing reports produced by WISH and WHO in addition to profound discussions and open debates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The first main session of the day was titled \u2018In the line of fire: Protecting health in armed conflict\u2019, which is a fruit of the extensive efforts of WISH and WHO regarding the 2024 report.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The discussion was headed by Richard Brennan, the Regional Emergency Director of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office of the WHO along with health specialists including Yousuf Al Khater, President of Qatar Red Crescent Society; and Sigrid Kaag, the United Nations\u2019 Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Additionally, one of the most significant sessions of the first day featured antimicrobial resistance and dug into the WISH and WHO joint report titled \u2018Tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR): How to keep antibiotics working for the next century\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>It was chaired by the report\u2019s co-author Professor Dame Sally Davies, UK Special Envoy for AMR. The panel comprised Dr. Karin Tegmark Wisell, Sweden\u2019s Ambassador for Global Health; Dr. Hanan Balkhy, the Regional Director of the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office of the WHO; Dr. Christos Christou; and Dr. Nour Shamas, a member of the AMR Narrative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The summit\u2019s inaugural day culminated in a thought-provoking discussion on the ethical dimensions of AI in healthcare, led by Dr. Mohammed Ghaly,\u00a0 Professor of Islam and Bioethics at the Centre for Islamic Legislation and Ethics at QF\u2019s Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), and the author of the groundbreaking report \u2018AI and Healthcare Ethics in the Gulf Region: An Islamic Perspective on Medical Accountability.\u2019 Dr. Barry Solaiman, Assistant Professor of Law at HBKU also shared her valuable insights as a member of the expert panel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Established in 2013, the WISH Innovation program has empowered 160 innovators from 41 countries, transforming global healthcare through innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Founded in 1995, the QF is driving Qatar\u2019s transformation into a knowledge-based economy by providing world-class education, stimulating groundbreaking research, and empowering communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>By promoting a culture of lifelong learning and engaging with the community through culturally relevant programs, the QF\u2019s goal is to empower individuals and contribute to a sustainable, prosperous future.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.egyptindependent.com\/global-experts-convene-to-discuss-innovative-health-solutions-in-the-world-innovation-summit-for-health-2024\/\" class=\"button purchase\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The seventh World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) conference kicked off on Wednesday in Doha bringing together global healthcare experts under one roof for two consecutive days.\u00a0\u00a0 Humanizing healthcare in times of conflict and inequality is the central theme of the 2024 WISH.\u00a0 This year\u2019s event, hosted by Qatar Foundation (QF) , is planned to<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":810503,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4371,1424],"tags":[5836,9295],"class_list":{"0":"post-810502","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-experts","8":"category-global","9":"tag-experts","10":"tag-global"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/810502","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=810502"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/810502\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/810503"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=810502"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=810502"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=810502"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}