AMMAN: Jordan’s National Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases Center and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have signed a memorandum of understanding to better address global health concerns, Jordan News Agency reported on Tuesday.
The MoU was signed during a NEIDC delegation visit to explore US expertise in improving public health infrastructure and response plans to diseases, epidemics and other health threats.
Under the agreement, both sides will exchange current information and epidemiological analyses and will collaborate in disease management, epidemic response, training and development programs, and the growth of healthcare workforce capacities.
The agreement also focuses on improving quick-response capabilities, conducting research, evaluating health policies, boosting epidemiological monitoring and laboratory systems, and implementing comprehensive quality management and assurance methods.
NEIDC President Raeda Qutob emphasized that the collaboration with the CDC aims to tap into diverse expertise to strengthen public health capacities, develop epidemic response strategies and efficiently tackle health concerns.
“The MoU also seeks to explore best practices in ensuring biological safety and security, developing emergency preparedness plans, and implementing global health security measures,” Qutob noted.
