Cairo: EgyPulse – News Desk
The third edition of the International Conference on Health, Population, and Human Development 2025 (PHDC25) organized on Friday a session on ‘Access to Innovation’ in the health sector, aimed at enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of rare and genetic diseases. Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the Ministry’s official spokesperson, explained that the session focused on promoting innovation in the management and diagnosis of rare and genetic diseases.
It emphasized the role of public-private partnerships in supporting national efforts to provide treatment and improve patients’ quality of life. The session also reviewed the plans of participating countries in diagnosis and scientific research, along with leading international experiences in health innovation and the management of these diseases, within the framework of developing an integrated and sustainable health system.
Dr. Mohamed Hassani, Assistant Minister of Health for Health Projects and Initiatives, stressed the importance of early screening of newborns as part of the genetic disease screening initiative, which has successfully screened more than half a million children nationwide. He noted the Ministry’s efforts to expand the initiative, increase the number of children diagnosed early, and build a comprehensive data ecosystem covering all stages of rare and genetic diseases, from risk assessment to treatment, to support evidence-based decision-making and health policies.
Dr. Mohamed Hassani concluded the session by affirming the Egyptian state’s commitment to strengthening its capabilities in this field, to ensure a healthier future for every Egyptian child. On November 12, the 3rd edition of the World Conference on Population, Health and Human Development (PHDC25) kicked off, under the theme “Empowering People, Advancing Progress, Creating Opportunities.”
The third edition of PHDC25 will be taking place from November 12 to 15, at the New Administrative Capital. The conference includes a wide range of events, sessions and is attended by several officials.
