Mediclinic Middle East has announced an investment exceeding AED120 million to expand its hospital facilities in Abu Dhabi. This announcement was made during the Abu Dhabi Global Health Week, highlighting the company’s commitment to enhancing healthcare services in the region. Credit: GCC Business News The expansion aims to increase the hospital’s capacity and improve patient...
Doctors in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, have successfully performed a procedure to remove blood clots using an innovative vacuum device, as reported by the Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. This procedure marks a significant advancement in medical technology in the region. Credit: TV Brics The new...
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has introduced a new Dhs105 million Mental Wealth Framework aimed at enhancing mental health and wellbeing for residents of the city. This initiative was unveiled under the directives of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who serves as the Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and...
M42, AstraZeneca, and SOPHiA GENETICS have announced a new initiative to enhance cancer diagnosis and care in the United Arab Emirates through advanced liquid biopsy testing. This strategic collaboration aims to improve the accuracy of cancer diagnoses, inform treatment decisions, and facilitate real-time monitoring of disease progression in a manner that is both cost-effective and...
Manafie for Development and Investment has announced a substantial commitment of AED100 million to support the Life Endowment campaign. This initiative, launched by the Endowments and Minors Affairs Foundation, aims to provide assistance to patients suffering from chronic diseases. Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office The funding will be directed towards enhancing healthcare services and improving...
Bahrain is set to see the construction of a new state-of-the-art health centre in Galali, with a project value of BD5.2 million. This initiative was announced by BBK, a leading retail and corporate bank in Bahrain, during an official signing ceremony at the bank’s headquarters in Manama. Contracts have been signed with Mohammed Jalal Contracting...
Dušan Elko’s family business, which has been connecting Eastern European caregiving talent with the needs of Western Europe’s aging population for over three decades, is now looking to expand into the UAE. This move highlights their commitment to entrepreneurship through cross-border collaboration. The journey began in the early 1990s, following the fall of the Iron...
Saudi Arabia has launched an innovative initiative to transport critical medical supplies during this year’s Hajj using drones and helicopters. This high-tech approach significantly reduces delivery times, enhancing healthcare services at large gatherings. Credt: WAM The Saudi Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the National Unified Procurement Company (Nupco), has integrated drones and helicopters into...
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed an innovative paper-based diagnostic device capable of detecting COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in under 10 minutes. This breakthrough technology does not require sophisticated laboratory equipment or trained personnel, making it accessible for on-site screening. The device, known as the Radially Compartmentalized Paper Chip (RCP-Chip), was engineered by...
Burjeel Holdings has officially launched the ‘Burjeel by the Beach Clinic’ at Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. This new healthcare facility features an integrated in-house pharmacy and aims to serve a diverse community comprising residents, expatriates, tourists, and corporate professionals. The clinic offers a variety of medical services, including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics...