The Ministry of Health is launching the work of the national committee for the midwifery profession to increase maternity care.
The Ministry of Health held the first meeting of the national committee dealing with the profession of midwives, with the participation of representatives of the relevant authorities and institutions.
Those present discussed the reality of the midwifery profession and its challenges, to develop future directions that contribute to its development and strengthening its role within the health system in Syria.
At the meeting, the most prominent challenges were discussed, primarily the lack of midwives and their uneven distribution, and the need to develop ongoing training, regulatory frameworks, professional pathways and updating data on the number of midwives and their qualifications.
The Assistant Minister of Health, Dr. Hossein Elkhatib, emphasized the importance of the profession as a fundamental pillar in improving the health of women, mothers and newborns, and emphasized the need to invest in suitable cadres, updating curricula, clinical training and improving the work environment and geographical distribution.
The committee aims to unify national efforts and expertise and formulate practical recommendations based on evidence and field needs, improve midwifery services and ensure safe and integrated care.