Mafraq, Oct. 28 (Petra) - The Mafraq Comprehensive Health Center has snatched the inaugural 2026 Joint Commission International (JCI) Global Patient Safety Award during the UNIFY 2026 Conference held in Washington, D.C.

During the competition stages, the health center outperformed 250 health initiatives from 32 countries, earning top marks for innovation, effectiveness, and sustainability through its early breast cancer detection project.

The initiative delivered "remarkable" clinical and community impact by expanding routine screenings, raising awareness, and ensuring safe, reliable access to preventive care.

In a statement Wednesday, Faisal Makahleh, Director of the Mafraq Health Directorate, stated that the international recognition highlights Jordan’s "commitment to world-class healthcare standards and showcases the exceptional expertise of its medical professionals." Meanwhile, Wasfi Mashaqbeh, Head of the Mafraq Comprehensive Health Center, credited the achievement to the staff's dedication to achieving quality care and patient safety, voicing their commitment to "continuously" enhancing diagnostic and preventive services for the local community.

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