The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has entered into a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gilead Sciences Ireland to improve disease prevention, early detection, and public awareness in crucial health sectors within the Abu Dhabi Emirate. This partnership will concentrate on blood-borne viruses, specifically hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and HIV. The...
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Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre and Novartis Middle East Sign MoU for Health Awareness
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Novartis Middle East FZE to enhance public health awareness and improve disease prevention, particularly focusing on cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease in the Abu Dhabi Emirate. This agreement aims to raise awareness and advance disease management practices....
Abu Dhabi and AstraZeneca Sign Partnership to Enhance COPD Awareness and Care
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) and AstraZeneca FZ LLC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a collaborative public health initiative aimed at improving outcomes for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the Abu Dhabi Emirate. The MoU was signed on May 13, 2025, by Dr. Omniyat...
First Response Healthcare Launches ‘Drect’ Mobile App for Personalized Home Medical Care in UAE
First Response Healthcare (FRH), a prominent provider of at-home healthcare services, has launched its new mobile app ‘Drect’ during its annual internal award ceremony in Dubai. This event, themed around technology, diversity, and growth, highlighted the company’s dedication to enhancing patient care through innovative solutions. The Drect app is designed to make healthcare more accessible...
Over 1 000 Health Experts Attend L’Oréal Derma 2025 in Abu Dhabi
Over 1 000 dermatologists and healthcare professionals participated in the sixth edition of the L’Oréal Derma Event held in Abu Dhabi, marking the largest attendance rate ever for this significant regional forum focused on scientific exchange in dermatology. The event, which also included virtual participation, was endorsed by leading medical associations such as the Emirates...
Sheikh Hamdan Awards Golden Visas to Long-Serving Dubai Nurses
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, has announced the issuance of golden visas to nurses who have dedicated over 15 years of service in Dubai’s healthcare sector. This initiative aims to recognize and reward their commitment and contributions to the community. The decision reflects the UAE’s ongoing efforts...
PTC Therapeutics Opens New Office at Dubai Science Park to Support Rare Disease Patients
PTC Therapeutics has officially launched its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) office at Dubai Science Park, aiming to improve access to innovative medicines for patients suffering from rare diseases in the region. The new facility is part of PTC’s strategy to enhance its regional operations and deliver a growing portfolio of treatments tailored to...
DRFK Turkish International Day Surgery Center Opens in Dubai
The DRFK Turkish International Day Surgery Center has officially opened its doors in Jumeirah, Dubai, as the healthcare group’s first international facility outside Turkey. This event connects Dubai’s growing medical tourism industry with Turkey’s expertise in neurosurgery, aesthetic medicine, and same-day surgical care. Founded by renowned neurosurgeon Op. Dr. Fatih KIRAR, the center introduces advanced...
Sheikh Salem Al Qasimi Opens Burjeel Cancer Institute in Sharjah
On May 10, 2025, Sheikh Salem bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, the Chairman of the Sharjah Ruler’s Office, officially inaugurated the Burjeel Cancer Institute (BCI) located at Burjeel Specialty Hospital in Sharjah. This significant event was attended by Abdullah Sultan bin Khadem, the Executive Director of the Sharjah Charity International, along with senior leaders from Burjeel...
South Korea Enhances Cancer Treatment Innovations and Seeks Closer Ties with UAE Healthcare
The Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI), which operates under South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare, is actively advancing the nation’s healthcare sector and expanding its global partnerships. The institute is focused on integrating cutting-edge technologies and fostering international collaborations to enhance healthcare services. The Korean government has implemented a comprehensive national health strategy...









