WHO Regional Office for Eastern Mediterranean recognizes and appreciates the untiring efforts and services of all health workers , especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a Health Workers Recognition Award at the occasion of 2021 as the International Year of Health and Care Workers, for their outstanding contribution. We congratulate the awardees for their outstanding contribution to improving health services and strengthening health workforce in the Region.

Leadership
Dr Maryna Doumit
Nurse, Lebanon

Service Delivery
Ms Hinda Ali
Nurse/Midwife, Somalia

Service Delivery
Dr May El Meraisi and the COVID-19 mental health Helpline Team
Clinical psychologist, Qatar

Health Professionals Education
Prof Hossam Hamdy
Medical doctor, Egypt