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UAE Ministry of Defence Opens Registration for ICMM Abu Dhabi 2026

News Editor 15/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The UAE Ministry of Defence has confirmed the scientific programme and opened registration for the 46th ICMM World Congress of Military Medicine – Abu Dhabi 2026, which will take place from 9 to 13 November 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The congress is being organised by the

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GCC achieves full basic health service coverage for youth and adolescents

News Editor 13/10/2026

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have achieved 100 percent coverage of basic health services for adolescents and young people, significantly higher than the global average of 68 percent, according to data from the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-STAT). The figures show that the number of people […]

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RASID, M42 Detect Rare Candida Auris Clade Through Abu Dhabi Wastewater Surveillance

News Editor 12/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The Reference and Surveillance Intelligence Department (RASID) at the Central Testing Laboratory of the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council, in collaboration with global health company M42, has detected and isolated a rare genetic clade of the antifungal-resistant pathogen Candida auris through Abu Dhabi’s wastewater surveillance programme. The

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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Ranks No. 1 in UAE Across Five Specialties

News Editor 05/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has secured the top position in the UAE across five medical specialties in Newsweek’s World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2027 rankings, strengthening its standing among leading healthcare institutions worldwide. The hospital ranked No. 1 in the UAE for Cardiac Surgery, Cardiology, Nephrology, Neurology and Pulmonology. The

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Nahyan bin Mubarak opens Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders Summit in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 23/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, inaugurated the fifth edition of the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders Summit in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the UAE’s ambition to help shape global standards for healthcare excellence. The two-day summit, held on September 22-23 at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, is taking

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Kuwait Expands Robotic and Remote Surgery Capabilities Across Health Sector

News Editor 21/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Kuwait is accelerating the use of advanced medical technologies across its healthcare system, with robotic and remote surgery emerging as key areas of development. The country has expanded robotic surgery across several hospitals and medical specialties, while also introducing remote surgical procedures that allow specialists to operate across cities and

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PureHealth, NMSS join forces to improve multiple sclerosis care in UAE

News Editor 24/07/2026

Photo Credit : WAM PureHealth has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to improve awareness, early diagnosis and access to coordinated care for people living with multiple sclerosis across the UAE. The partnership brings together PureHealth’s clinical expertise and healthcare network with NMSS’s work in advocacy, education and

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NRL, Abbott join forces to strengthen early cancer detection in UAE

News Editor 23/07/2026

Photo Credit : WAM M42’s National Reference Laboratory (NRL) has signed a strategic partnership with Abbott to introduce advanced early cancer detection solutions in the UAE, supporting faster diagnosis and improved clinical decision-making through innovative diagnostic technologies. The collaboration will leverage biomarker testing and multi-marker algorithm-driven

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WHO warns AI use in European hospitals is outpacing regulations

News Editor 16/07/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across European hospitals is moving faster than the regulations needed to ensure its safe and ethical use, raising concerns about patient safety and public confidence in healthcare systems. Speaking at a press conference in Lisbon on […]

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Qatar medical laboratories perform 20 million tests annually as digital healthcare transformation accelerates

News Editor 13/07/2026

Photo Credit : Qatar is rapidly advancing its digital healthcare strategy, with medical laboratories across the country now performing more than 20 million diagnostic tests every year, including around 153,000 genetic tests, as the nation strengthens precision medicine and smart laboratory services. According to Dr. Einas Al Kuwari, Chair of Laboratory Medicine and

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Zayed Military Hospital Guide: Healthcare Services, Access & Facilities

Saba Malik 07/07/2026

Zayed Military Hospital plays an essential role in the Healthcare sector of Abu Dhabi, serving military personnel, civilians, and other eligible patients through a well-organized medical system. Known as a trusted medical establishment with a reputable reputation, the hospital delivers quality medical treatment and top-quality medical treatment within a modern

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UAE Ministry of Defence partners with EDGE Group for ICMM Abu Dhabi 2026

News Editor 03/07/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Defence has signed a strategic partnership agreement with EDGE Group to support the 46th World Congress of Military Medicine (World Congress of Military Medicine), set to take place in Abu Dhabi from November 9 to 13, 2026. The agreement positions EDGE as a Strategic Partner for the […]

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Abu Dhabi partners with Eli Lilly to tackle obesity and Alzheimer’s with AI-driven care

News Editor 29/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi’s healthcare sector is stepping up efforts to tackle two of the region’s fastest-growing health challenges, obesity and Alzheimer’s disease, through a new strategic partnership between the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) and Eli Lilly and Company. The agreement, signed during the BIO International Convention 2026 in San […]

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Abu Dhabi, Sanofi Explore Vaccine Innovation Centre to Boost Global Health Security

News Editor 23/06/2026

Poto Crdit : WAM Abu Dhabi is strengthening its position as a regional healthcare innovation hub after the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) signed a new partnership with Sanofi to advance vaccine research and explore the development of a Vaccine Innovation Centre in the emirate. The agreement was announced during the BIO International […]

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Emirates unveils industry-first travel insurance with conflict-related medical cover

News Editor 17/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai-based Emirates has launched what it describes as the world’s most comprehensive travel insurance product, becoming the first airline to offer an enhanced travel cover package that includes medical protection for conflict-related incidents alongside extensive travel disruption support. The new Comprehensive Travel Cover has been developed in

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Emirates Digestive Diseases Week 2026 Opens in Dubai, Attracting Global Healthcare Experts

News Editor 12/06/2026

Photo Credit  : WAM Dubai has welcomed more than 600 healthcare professionals from 14 countries as Emirates Digestive Diseases Week (EDDW) 2026 officially opened at InterContinental Dubai Festival City, reinforcing the emirate’s growing role as a global hub for medical innovation and scientific collaboration. The two-day conference, held on June 12 and 13, was inaugurated

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UAE Confirms No Ebola Cases as Health Authorities Maintain High Alert

News Editor 04/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has confirmed that no Ebola cases have been detected in the country, emphasizing that the nation continues to uphold a high level of health preparedness and disease surveillance. The ministry stated that UAE health authorities are closely monitoring global health developments and remain […]

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UAE Smoking Cessation Clinics Help Over 3,000 People Quit Tobacco

News Editor 01/06/2026

More than 3,000 people across the UAE have received support to quit smoking through specialised smoking cessation services offered by Emirates Health Services (EHS), as the organisation continues to strengthen preventive healthcare programmes and promote healthier lifestyles nationwide. Marking World No Tobacco Day, EHS announced that it currently operates 18 dedicated

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Dr. Saniya Habboub: The Lebanese Medical Pioneer Who Changed Women’s Healthcare in the Arab World

Saba Malik 21/05/2026

Photo Credit : Wikipedia Dr. Saniya Habboub remains an inspirer across the Arab world because her journey in Arab medicine reflected true determination, strength, devotion, and perseverance at a time when Lebanese women faced massive cultural hurdles and social hurdles in pursuing a career in the field of medicine. Earning a medical degree in a […]

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ERC’s ‘Nahr Al Hayat Fund’ expands healthcare support for children across UAE

News Editor 19/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has launched a new healthcare campaign under its “Nahr Al Hayat Fund” initiative to expand medical treatment programmes for children across the UAE. The campaign strengthens the humanitarian mission of the fund, which was established in 2023 to provide specialised medical care and life-saving surgeries for […]