The Best of ASCO UAE Conference 2025, organized by SEHA, part of PureHealth Group, in collaboration with Tawam Hospital, concluded today after two days of detailed sessions that highlighted the latest developments in cancer diagnosis and treatment. The event attracted leading oncology experts from around the world to share their insights and discuss emerging scientific...
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi is taking significant steps to raise awareness about sickle cell disease, especially in light of World Sickle Cell Day. Dr. Asma Al Mannaei, the Executive Director of the Health Life Sciences Sector, emphasized the importance of educating the community on this genetic disorder, which disproportionately affects certain populations....
Abu Dhabi has introduced the Middle East’s first-ever Personalized Weight Management Programme, aiming to combat lifestyle diseases in the region. This initiative, launched by the Department of Health and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, emphasizes long-term health and wellness rather than just short-term weight loss. The programme combines health screenings, individual coaching, and digital...
Burjeel Holdings has officially launched four specialized mental health centres as part of its mental health and wellbeing platform, Alkalma. This initiative comes through the integration of Aspris Healthcare facilities and aims to enhance mental healthcare services in the region. The newly established centres are located in Dubai’s City Walk, Dubai Healthcare City, Abu Dhabi’s...
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has partnered with Abbott, a leading global healthcare company, to establish a local pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi. This collaboration aims to enhance the local production of medicines, reflecting a significant step in improving healthcare accessibility and sustainability in the region. The new facility is expected...
In a pioneering effort to improve public health outcomes, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), has launched the Personalized Weight Management Programme. This groundbreaking initiative, the first of its kind in the region, aims to address rising obesity rates and related chronic diseases...
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has partnered with Sanofi, a leading biopharmaceutical company, to develop new global vaccines and enhance vaccine manufacturing capabilities in the region. This collaboration was formalized through a memorandum of understanding signed at the BIO International Convention 2025 in Boston, USA. Attendees at the signing included Dr. Noura...
The Department of Health of Abu Dhabi has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Boehringer Ingelheim aimed at enhancing scientific research and innovation within the life sciences sector. This partnership will enable researchers and scientists in Abu Dhabi to access Boehringer Ingelheim’s OpnME platform, which is designed to provide essential data and resources for...
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has been officially designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the first Collaborating Centre in the Middle East focused on research related to emerging respiratory viruses. This designation marks a significant milestone in the region’s efforts to enhance public health and disease prevention strategies. The new collaboration aims...
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, officially opened Gemelli Health Solutions in Dubai. This state-of-the-art healthcare facility is designed to provide high-quality medical services and represents a significant advancement in the healthcare sector in the region. During the inauguration, Sheikh Nahyan emphasized the importance of healthcare innovation and its...