ABU DHABI: The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, has revealed that in 2023 the Emirate’s healthcare facilities conducted over 30,000 birth deliveries. Natural pregnancies and deliveries cons…
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Italian Health ministry steps up anti-dengue measures
ROME: The Italian Heath Ministry on Friday told regional authorities to plan new measures to monitor and combat the spread of dengue fever amid an exponential rise in cases, particularly in the Americas.
In a circular, the ministry asked regions to s…
Thuraya partners with Niflink to deliver telemedicine, eLearning to users across its network
ABU DHABI: Thuraya Telecommunications Company, the mobile satellite services subsidiary of Al Yah Satellite Communications Company, is partnering with Niflink to provide customisable telemedicine and eLearning solutions across its network, using Nifli…
MoHAP launches Patient Safety Friendly Hospitals initiative in cooperation with WHO
DUBAI: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the launch of the Patient Safety Friendly Hospitals initiative, a significant step in its strategy to guarantee the provision of high-quality healthcare services in line with internati…
PureHealth, ZHO partner to support social inclusion of people of determination in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: PureHealth and the Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) have partnered to establish a framework that ensures the procurement of products made by People of Determination across the PureHealth group, enhancing inclusion…
Over 1 in 3 people affected by neurological conditions: WHO
GENEVA: A major new study released by The Lancet Neurology shows that, in 2021, more than 3 billion people worldwide were living with a neurological condition. The World Health Organisation (WHO) contributed to the analysis of the Global Burden of Dis…
Emirati doctors constitute a cornerstone of our healthcare system: Al Olama
DUBAI: Dr. Mohammed Salim Al Olama, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health and Prevention, has saluted Emirati doctors for their outstanding contributions to community health and well-being.
In a statement marking Emirati Doctor’s Day, which falls …
ADGM Academy signs 3 partnerships in healthcare to support national cadres
ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy (ADGMA), the knowledge arm of the international financial centre in Abu Dhabi, has signed a Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Burjeel Holdings, NMC Assetco Limited, and Aster DM Healthcare, respectivel…
Al Owais commends spirit of responsibility, dedication of Emirati Doctors
DUBAI: Abdul Rahman bin Mohammad bin Nasser Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), has praised Emirati doctors, lauding their dedication, expertise, and the compassionate care they provide to the community.
In a statement marking Emirat…
Dubai Health Authority launches ‘Dubai Disaster Medicine Programme’
DUBAI: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today launched the “Dubai Disaster Medicine Programme”, an initiative aimed at enhancing the city’s healthcare readiness and bolstering its public health safety system in preparation for potential medical emerge…
Noor Dubai concludes outreach programme in Samar, benefiting 1,969 individuals
SAMAR: Noor Dubai Foundation, a UAE-based foundation working under the umbrella of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), has announced the successful conclusion of its 2023 outreach programme in the Republic of the Philippines…
Ministry of Health and Prevention boosts medical staff expertise in cancer detection
DUBAI: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) organised a workshop in Dubai to improve healthcare workers’ ability to detect cervical and lung cancer.
The workshop, attended by Dr Nada Al Marzouqi, Director of the Public Health and Prevention …