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WHO Unveils Guidelines To Curtail Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections

News Desk 2 10/05/2024 0

Catheters Widely Used In Healthcare Settings The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled its inaugural global guidelines in a landmark move to enhance patient safety and mitigate the risk of bloodstream infections stemming from catheter use. These guidelines, which are set to impact

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New Study Finds Healthcare Sector Failing Breast Cancer Patients

Arnold Pinto 03/05/2024 0

Report Unveils Inequalities And Hidden Struggles A new report has shed light on the stark realities faced by individuals living with breast cancer, highlighting pervasive inequalities and overlooked suffering within the global healthcare landscape. Led by Professor Charlotte Coles from the University of Cambridge, the Lancet Commission presents a comprehensive analysis of

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Emirates Development Bank and KLAIM unveil working capital solutions

News Desk 1 11/03/2024

Emirates Development Bank (“EDB”, the Bank), the key financial engine of UAE economic development and industrial advancement, today announced a new partnership with KLAIM, a UAE-based healthcare-focused fintech company, to provide low-risk, short-term working capital solutions to support healthcare providers in maintaining efficient cash flows. Under this

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New diagnostic manual unveiled for mental health diagnoses

Arnold Pinto 09/03/2024 0

WHO initiative aims to support healthcare professionals The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a comprehensive diagnostic manual geared towards advancing the identification and understanding of mental, behavioural, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Titled ‘The Clinical Descriptions and Diagnostic Requirements for ICD-11 Mental, Behavioural, and Neurodevelopmental

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Saudi German Hospital in Jeddah hosts first Regional Conference on Hand

News Desk 1 06/03/2024

Saudi German Hospital in Jeddah has set a new benchmark in healthcare innovation by organising the inaugural Regional Conference on Hand, Upper Limb and Microscopic Surgery. This groundbreaking event marks a significant milestone in the hospital’s long-lasting commitment to advancing medical practices in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The conference

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BD and Emirates Nursing Association Join Forces to Set New Standards

News Desk 1 04/03/2024

The Dubai branch of BD (Becton, Dickinson, and Company) (NYSE: BDX), one of the leading global medical technology companies, and the Emirates Nursing Association (ENA) have announced a collaboration aimed at advancing patient safety and healthcare worker protection across the UAE. The groundbreaking initiative will focus on critical areas such as infection prevention,

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Central Clinic elevates healthcare landscape with expanded genetic testing services

News Desk 1 04/03/2024

Central Clinic, Abu Dhabi, proudly introduces its latest, state-of-the-art genomic testing services in Almarkaziya, Abu Dhabi.  The test provides new and unique insights into genetic makeup, allowing patients to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Founded in 1979, the clinic is one of the oldest and the most prestigious primary healthcare

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Specialized Rehabilitation Hospital Hosts Shirley Ryan AbilityLab CEO, Strengthening Ties

News Desk 1 23/02/2024

Specialized Rehabilitation Hospital (SRH), a leading healthcare institution in rehabilitation and long-term medical care under Capital Health, proudly welcomed Dr. Pablo Celink, CEO of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, for an insightful medical tour aimed at exploring the latest advancements in medical technologies on Thursday, January 25th. Dr. Mishal Al Qasimi, CEO of

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Boom Health introduces an all-in-one mobile app to streamline healthcare and wellness solutions in the UAE

News Desk 1 08/02/2024

Boom Health, owned and operated under Medad Holding a diversified group managing a range of subsidiaries in the areas of science and technology, has announced its mobile healthcare application set to evolve the landscape of home healthcare in the UAE. With a focus on streamlining medical care and enhancing healthcare efficiency, the app addresses the […]

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Saudi German Health launches first-of-its-kind healthcare loyalty program Ahaleena

News Desk 1 07/02/2024

Saudi German Health (SGH) has launched Ahaleena – a first-of-its-kind loyalty program within the healthcare industry. The program offers rewards and benefits to patients who choose any of SGH’s medical facilities in KSA for their medical needs. This innovative program aims to reward patient loyalty and enhance their healthcare experience by offering exclusive benefits

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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi demonstrates the future of healthcare

News Desk 1 05/02/2024

With the introduction of more than 20 pioneering medical and surgical innovations in 2023 across areas such as oncology, neurology, transplant, heart, vascular and thoracic care, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 network, has reinforced its vision to deliver world-class, multidisciplinary complex care that leverages future-first technologies. As the ‘hospital of

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Arab Health 2024 pioneers the drive for sustainability in healthcare in the Middle East

News Desk 1 30/01/2024

The Smart Hospital and Interoperability Zone at Arab Health 2024 began this morning with a high-level panel discussion on environmental sustainability in Middle Eastern healthcare. This pivotal session brought together industry leaders and experts to explore strategies for integrating sustainability into the region’s healthcare systems. In 2023, the Department of

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BD to Elevate Healthcare Innovation and Sustainability

News Desk 1 30/01/2024

The Dubai branch of BD (Becton, Dickinson, and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, is marking its presence at the region’s key healthcare events, Arab Health (29 Jan – 1 Feb) and Medlab Middle East (5 – 8 Feb) this year. During the two events the company will showcase its latest innovations […]

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Siemens Healthineers elevates healthcare innovation at Arab Health 2024

News Desk 1 29/01/2024

Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, is participating at the highly anticipated Arab Health, taking place from 29 January to 1 February 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Center. The exhibition is a premier platform in the Middle East, bringing together industry leaders from around the world to network and to address global […]

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Arab Health returns next week with a record increase in exhibition space

News Desk 1 25/01/2024

Arab Health, the Middle East’s largest healthcare exhibition and congress, returns to Dubai next week from 29 January to 1 February at the Dubai World Trade Centre, taking place over an extended area and providing a larger platform for exhibitors and visitors with focusing on the latest technologies and innovations in the industry in enhancing […]

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Dubai’s first liver transplantation performed at King’s College Hospital

News Desk 1 09/01/2024

In a groundbreaking medical achievement, King’s College Hospital London marked a historic milestone by performing the first successful liver transplantation in Dubai on a 38-year-old woman grappling with liver failure. As the first facility to provide liver transplantation services in Dubai, the hospital has raised the standard for advanced medical care in the

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Soom Lite Launches Corporate Wellness Talks Promoting Health and Diabetes Prevention

News Desk 1 05/01/2024

Soom Lite, the UAE’s first vegan GLP1 fruit drink and winner of an international award, is taking a proactive step towards preventive healthcare by introducing a series of corporate wellness talks for companies keen to promote a healthy lifestyle for employees as diabetes awareness takes centre stage this month. These talks are offered free by […]

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The Power of Relationship-Based Design in Healthcare

News Desk 1 11/12/2023

Today’s healthcare organizations face pressing challenges attracting and retaining patients and staff amidst mounting burnouts. To stay competitive and enhance experiences, many providers are turning to hospitality models. But what does hospitality actually mean? Is it simply adding coffee stations, breakrooms, and lobby greeters? Pleasant aesthetics and amenities do

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Healthcare entities and employees ‘must overcome cybercrime’

News Desk 1 05/12/2023

Boasting world-class data protection capabilities has never been more essential for companies across industries. While tremendous cyber security advancements have been made, unprecedented transformation has inadvertently instigated significant rises in ransomware attacks. Select sectors and organizations within are strategic targets now more than ever – and healthcare is a

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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi reports 20 percent growth in international patient numbers in H1 2023 over H1 2022

News Desk 1 30/09/2023

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of M42 network, continues to reinforce Abu Dhabi’s position as a global healthcare hub, with its International Patient Services recording 20 percent increase in patient volume during the first half of 2023 compared to H1 2022. The hospital treated a total number of 1,057 international patients in H1 2023, who […]