Uzbekistan's First Lady Ziroat Mirziyoyeva receives prestigious WHO award for global health

Uzbekistan's First Lady Ziroat Mirziyoyeva has been awarded a prestigious global prize for her contribution to global health. World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus presented the award during the international summit 'Investing in Children: Towards Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations' and the II International Congress on Pediatric Oncology and Hematology.

The award recognizes her leadership in developing medical care for children with cancer and her promotion of every child's right to a healthy life at the global level. Ghebreyesus said: 'Dear First Lady! You are a true champion for children in the world, especially those fighting cancer, and a defender of every child's right to education and a healthy life.' The award was established in 2019 to honor exceptional leadership and outstanding achievements that deliver concrete results in public health. Previous recipients include heads of state, heads of international organizations, Nobel laureates, scientists and public figures.