Ishraq Alsubaee
GFMER Coordinator for Yemen
Dr. Ishraq Alsubaee
Deputy Assistant Ministry of Public Health and Population, Yemen
General Supervisor of the National Center for Health and Population Education and media
alsubaee.ishraaq@gmail.com
Dr. Ishraq Alsubaee was born in Aden, Yemen. She is an obstetrician and gynecologist who is strongly committed to improving reproductive health services in the country. Dr. Alsubaee completed her medical education at the University of the Former Soviet Union in 1993 and holds multiple master's degrees in women's studies, development, health administration, and political science. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD focusing on the importance of changing community health behavior to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality.
Throughout her career, Dr. Alsubaee has worked in various hospitals, including Al-Zahra Hospital and the Mother Hospital, providing vital care to women and newborns. She has held significant leadership roles within the Ministry of Health, where she was instrumental in establishing the Population Sector and updating reproductive health guidelines. Additionally, during the Yemeni crisis, she served on the frontline as a medic, supporting women and children in urgent need of care.
Currently, Dr. Alsubaee is an expert at the Health Education and Media Center, where she develops strategies to enhance reproductive health services and foster community engagement. She has led numerous training initiatives and awareness campaigns aimed at combating maternal mortality and promoting family planning. Her ongoing dedication to women's health and rights drives her efforts to address the pressing health challenges facing Yemen today.
Summary of the reproductive health situation in Yemen until 2025
Reproductive health in Yemen is a vital issue due to the complex economic and political conditions, including the ongoing armed conflict. These crises have significantly deteriorated health services, particularly reproductive health. Here are the key points:
1. Access to reproductive health services
The health system suffers from a severe shortage of essential resources, which affects the availability of services, especially in remote areas.
The destruction of health facilities due to the conflict has reduced access to basic health care services.
2. Maternal mortality rates
Maternal mortality rates are among the highest in the region, at approximately 385 deaths per 100,000 live births.
Lack of obstetric care increases the risk of complications and death.
3. Family planning
The rate of family planning use is low due to lack of awareness and the absence of modern methods.
There are cultural and social barriers to its use.
4. Adolescent reproductive health
Child marriage is a crisis, exposing girls to health risks.
Lack of awareness programmes targeting adolescent girls on reproductive health.
5. Economic challenges
A large portion of the population suffers from poverty, which limits their ability to pay for health services.
Lack of funding negatively impacts the capacity of health organizations.
6. Efforts of international organizations
Organizations such as UNFPA and WHO are working to improve reproductive health services.
Awareness programs are ongoing, but they face difficulties due to the security situation.
7. Future challenges
The ongoing armed conflict significantly threatens reproductive health services.
The need to rebuild the health system and enhance its capacity to provide services.
Links
- Meeting with the Minister of Health, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- Training course for female trainers in family planning services and infection prevention, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- Orange Knowledge Programme, Sana'a, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- COVID-19 vaccine resources, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women in Yemen, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- The 4th Female Summit, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- Workshop on review of minimum health services package, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- The National Emergency Team, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- Public discussion of "Impact of oil on the social health of species inhabiting in areas near oil fields" by the Center for Women's Studies at Aden University, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- Maternal mortality monitoring program, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- The National Plan, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- The quality of medical services, Aden, Yemen - Ishraq Al-Subaee - GFMER picture of the week
- Ishraq Alsubaee, GFMER Coordinator for Yemen - GFMER picture of the week