Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited, a multinational pharmaceutical company specializing in branded and specialty medicines, has launched a new regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This expansion is part of a broader strategy to enhance its presence in the Middle East, following a series of investments in key therapeutic areas aimed at meeting market demands. The...
The 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion has successfully concluded in Abu Dhabi, marking a historic moment as the emirate became the first Middle Eastern host for this prestigious event. The conference attracted over 1 500 delegates from around the globe, including experts, practitioners, and policymakers, all dedicated to advancing the field of public...
Bank Nizwa, the premier Islamic bank in Oman, has announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Health Endowment Foundation (ATHAR). This strategic partnership aims to enhance the role of the health endowment sector in promoting inclusive development, which aligns with national priorities set out in Oman Vision 2040. The agreement was officially signed...
In a significant advancement toward eradicating malaria, the UAE and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have initiated a regional database designed to track and combat the disease across 18 countries. This project is spearheaded by the Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE) with support from Erth Zayed Philanthropies, focusing specifically on the Middle East and...
Dubai is set on a transformative path to establish itself as the world’s leading healthcare ecosystem by 2040. The city has built a reputation for ambition and progress through its world-class infrastructure and smart city innovations over the past two decades. This new vision is driven not by competition, but by the necessity for healthcare...
Robotic surgery is rapidly becoming a standard practice in hospitals across the UAE, significantly improving patient outcomes. At Clemenceau Medical Centre Hospital, a landmark milestone was recently achieved with 825 successful robotic surgeries performed since the program’s launch in 2021. Utilizing the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System, surgeons can execute complex procedures with enhanced accuracy,...
PureHealth has made a significant contribution of AED 50 million to the Life Endowment campaign, which was initiated by the Endowments and Minors Funds Authority, also known as Awqaf Abu Dhabi. This campaign aims to support various health initiatives and enhance community welfare. Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office The donation from PureHealth is part of...
Oracle, Cleveland Clinic, and G42 have announced a strategic partnership aimed at creating a global healthcare delivery platform powered by artificial intelligence. This initiative seeks to provide more effective, scalable, and affordable healthcare solutions worldwide. The companies plan to leverage their respective expertise to develop an AI-based system that enhances healthcare delivery. The collaboration is...
Abu Dhabi healthcare group PureHealth is pursuing its second consecutive acquisition of a leading European hospital operator, this time targeting Luz Saude, which is based in Portugal. Luz Saude operates a network of 20 hospitals across Portugal and Madeira. This potential deal would enable PureHealth to enhance its European presence following its recent acquisition of...
Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi has announced a groundbreaking development in cancer treatment with its innovative CAR T-cell therapy, which has the potential to reduce treatment costs by up to 90%. This advancement is seen as a significant move towards localizing biopharmaceutical industries and solidifying the UAE’s status as a regional hub for cellular...