Minister of Health Michal Palkovič granted Professor Jozef Šuvad, who currently represents the Slovak Republic in the World Health Organisation (WHO) Management Board, the honorary role of Ambassador of the Slovak Republic for Global Health. Professor Shuvada long-term promote effective and transparent governance in WHO bodies with a strong focus on scientific and evidence-based approaches that contribute to achieving more accessible healthcare on a global scale.
In addition, the active role of Professor Šuvada during the membership of the Slovak Republic in the WHO Programme, Budget and Administrative Committee has resulted in the offer to serve as Vice-President of this Committee. In view of this government's programme statement, I consider it crucial to appreciate the talented people who represent Slovakia abroad in such a brilliant light as Professor Shuvada has been doing for years. said Michal Palkovič, Minister for Health.
In addition to international scientific, research and humanitarian organizations, Jozef Šuvada also operates in the International Society of Paediatric Oncology, St. Jude Childrenński Research Hospital or in the organization Doctors Without Borders. He is also a research member of the WHO collaborative centre at McMaster University, Canada. He is also actively involved in humanitarian projects in South Sudan, Uganda and the Middle East.
The professional and personal involvement of Professor Šuvada in global health activities as well as the respect gained in professional circles contributes significantly to the spread of the reputation of Slovakia, and last but not least supports the improvement of health policies in Slovakia. added the Minister.