After the controversy generated by the National Government's decision to leave the World Health Organization (WHO), Deputy Minister of Health, Cecilia Loccisano, stated that this exit will not affect the programs or the vaccination schedule in Argentina. She emphasized that there will be no loss of funding for national programs, assuring that the Ministry of Health will continue its functions and responsibilities without losing operational capacity.
"Leaving the WHO does not imply any loss of funding for any national program. The vaccination schedule is secured and international cooperation will not be cut off," highlighted Loccisano. She explained that the technical cooperation that receives funding is managed through the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), and that specific projects will remain in effect, including the provision of reagents and quality controls for laboratories and reference centers.
The deputy minister argued that the WHO has ceased to fulfill its technical function to become a political entity that imposes ineffective measures. She views the decision to leave as a way to regain autonomy and to decide what is best for the health of the Argentine population. She highlighted that the current management has managed to acquire strategic supplies and vaccines at a lower cost, assuring that the Revolving Funds for Vaccine Access and other PAHO programs will remain active.
Loccisano emphasized that this decision will provide flexibility to implement policies adapted to the local context and greater control of the resources of the health system in Argentina. Finally, she underscored this administration's commitment to change in the country's health system, aiming to improve efficiency and benefit the majority of Argentines.
