Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), in close collaboration with healthcare institutions across Qatar, recently organised a wide range of important activities and events as part of Qatar Infection Prevention and Control Week (QIPCW) 2025.
This year’s campaign embraced the theme “Stand UPPP for Infection Prevention” as a unifying call for collective action. The UPPP acronym stands for Unite, Protect, Prevent, Prevail—four fundamental principles which underscore what it takes to stop the spread of infection and build safer, healthier environments for all.
The Ministry emphasised that these pillars highlight the importance of collaboration and integration between all healthcare professionals to achieve the shared goal of reducing infections and protecting both patients and staff.
As part of the celebrations, the MoPH organised a CPD-accredited virtual symposium that explored crucial topics such as outbreak management, the role of artificial intelligence and modern technologies in infection control, environmental protection, and the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork. The event featured an array of international, regional and local speakers, and attracted over 700 participants from diverse healthcare facilities throughout Qatar—demonstrating the sector’s strong commitment to knowledge sharing and advancing expertise in this vital field.
The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Section, Healthcare Quality Department, also hosted a creative competition for designing social media messages and materials. This initiative aimed to foster innovation and effective engagement in spreading infection prevention awareness across the country. Nearly 40 entries were received from over a dozen healthcare institutions, reflecting the dedication and creativity of healthcare workers in promoting the culture of infection control.
Throughout the week, healthcare organisations organised internal events, including educational lectures, awareness exhibitions, and competitions to further enhance staff awareness, encourage ongoing adherence to IPC practices, and raise standards in healthcare settings.
The IPC and AMR team at MoPH also conducted site visits to several health facilities.
