Baku, October 22, AZERTAC
As part of the World Summit “Investing in Children’s Wellbeing: A Path to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations” and the Second International Congress on Childhood Cancer, the WHO Director-General presented the First Lady of Uzbekistan Ziroat Mirziyoyeva with a prestigious global award for her leadership in developing the medical care system for children with cancer and promoting the right of every child to a healthy life on a global scale, the Uzbekistan National News Agency (UzA) reported.
“Dear First Lady! You are a true champion worldwide for children’s cancer control and for improving the lives of children diagnosed with cancer”, noted Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General.
The award was established in 2019 to recognize exceptional leadership and outstanding achievements that have delivered tangible results in the field of public health.
Past recipients include heads of state and international organizations, Nobel laureates, prominent scientists, and public figures. They were recognized for advancing global immunization, combating infectious diseases, expanding access to healthcare, and strengthening international cooperation in the health sector.
Source: azertag.az
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