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Inside Kuwait’s healthcare system: What’s changing and why it matters

Today, Kuwait stands out for its advanced healthcare infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies aimed at meeting the needs of its population

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Mubadala announces reinvestment in PCI Pharma Services

The new investment will support both organic and inorganic expansion, including growth in sterile fill-finish injectables, high-potency drug manufacturing, and specialised therapies

Ovasave Co-founders Majd Abu Zant and Torkia Mahloul.

Hub71 startup, Ovasave, raises $1.2m pre-seed round

The startup is now preparing to launch in Saudi Arabia later this summer, as part of a broader three-year regional growth strategy

Fake Dubai-inspired chocolate bar recalled in UK over safety risk

Fake Dubai-inspired chocolate bar recalled in UK over safety risk

Enforcement authorities are now working with the FSA to investigate the supply chain

Salama partners with Policybazaar.ae to widen access to Life Takaful in UAE

Salama partners with Policybazaar.ae to widen access to Life Takaful in UAE

The partnership, which went live earlier this month, is backed by educational content, dedicated product support, and a streamlined customer journey

Vítor Papão, GM of Middle East, Russia and Türkiye at Gilead Sciences, on key partnerships and the role of tech in public health

Gilead’s Vítor Papão on key partnerships and the role of tech in public health

Papao shares insights on the evolving role of public-private collaboration in healthcare, and how emerging technologies and policy innovation are reshaping patient care across the region

Future of weight loss: Inside Abu Dhabi’s latest health programme

The programme is open to eligible Thiqa members aged 18 and above who are clinically identified as overweight or obese

Tunisia’s Health Minister on why the ‘One Health’ agenda is key to MENA’s health transformation

Tunisia’s Health Minister on why the ‘One Health’ agenda is key to MENA’s health transformation

Ferjani highlights the impact of Saudi Arabia’s development funding in Tunisia’s underserved areas, lessons from intra-regional collaboration, and the importance of embedding the ‘One Health’ framework into national policies

Everything you need to know about the UAE’s basic health insurance plan

This digital transformation is expected to reduce administrative delays and help create a seamless patient journey from diagnosis to treatment

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Healthcare innovation: How drones are transforming medicine delivery in Saudi

The initiative is designed to accelerate response times and support healthcare operations by delivering medicines and medical supplies

PureHealth drives insurance business growth with Daman’s entry into Property and Casualty insurance market

PureHealth expands Daman into property and casualty insurance

As part of this evolution, Daman will adopt a new legal name: The National Insurance Company – Daman

From IPO to expansion: SMC Healthcare's Bassam Chahine charts its ambitious growth

Innovation, expansion, IPO: SMC Healthcare’s Bassam Chahine charts its ambitious growth

SMC Healthcare’s CEO discusses the company’s growth strategy, digital innovations, and its alignment with the kingdom’s evolving healthcare landscape

Inclusivity in the workplace: A strategic imperative for the UAE

Inclusivity in the workplace: A strategic imperative for the UAE

Employers must embed inclusivity into their values and operational systems. And society must embrace diversity as a strength, not a challenge.

Abu Dhabi: Mubadala launches new life sciences company

Abu Dhabi: Mubadala launches new life sciences company

Mubadala Bio’s operations include a network of 10 facilities across Asia, Africa, and Europe — six of which are located in the UAE — serving more than 100 countries

New golden visa alert: Sheikh Hamdan’s big move for Dubai Health staff

The directive coincides with International Nurses Day, observed annually on May 12

AstraZeneca’s Iskra Reic on advancing health equity, tackling NCDs across MEA

AstraZeneca’s Iskra Reic on advancing health equity, tackling NCDs across MEA

The EVP – International shares how the company is working to deliver healthcare that is inclusive, impactful and future-focused

Here's what Dubai's new public health law covers

Here’s what Dubai’s new public health law covers

The legislation also aims to position the UAE as a global leader in public health competitiveness

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Khaled approves launch of HELM cluster

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Khaled approves launch of HELM cluster

HELM is the third economic cluster launched by ADIO, following the SAVI and AGWA clusters

Why Abu Dhabi is the new global hub for longevity medicine

Why Abu Dhabi is the new global hub for longevity medicine

Abu Dhabi offers a globally relevant model, combining clinical excellence, technological innovation, and impactful regulatory governance, says Dr Sirotin

M42, Toshiba to launch region's first heavy-ion cancer therapy facility

M42, Toshiba to launch region’s first heavy-ion cancer therapy facility

Heavy-ion therapy enables targeted treatment with minimal impact on healthy tissue and reduced risk of secondary cancers

Using AI for medical diagnosis? What you should know about its safety

The AI models occasionally altered decisions based on patients’ personal characteristics, affecting priority for care and diagnostic testing

Healthcare in Saudi Arabia: Will insurance approvals be eliminated?

Careful study will guide the decision, ensuring it is made in the best interests of the beneficiaries

GII acquires SAR600m stake in Saudi hospital chain

Dhamani platform: Deadline for hospitals, clinics nears

Institutions failing to meet the deadline will be removed from the networks of health service providers affiliated with insurance companies

Engie solution UAE GM offers insights on healthcare facility management

Healthcare facility management: Engie Solutions’ Graham Easton shares key insights

From adopting integrated solutions to leveraging smart technologies, the UAE GM of Engie Solution discusses the critical challenges and innovative strategies shaping the future of healthcare operations

UAE, Italy sign 3 investment MoUs in pharma, minerals and AI sectors

UAE, Italy sign 3 investment MoUs in pharma, minerals and AI sectors

The partnership agreements provide frameworks for investment in the life sciences value chain, resource development and digital infrastructure

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Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare opens Oncology Centre of Excellence

The facility will feature evidence-based protocols, advanced technologies, and a multidisciplinary team of specialists

How this youth Zayed Award for Human Fraternity honoree is setting an example

How this youth Zayed Award for Human Fraternity honoree is setting an example

Heman Bekele, a 15-year-old Ethiopian American inventor whose ambition to revolutionise skin cancer treatment and accessibility embodies the spirit of human fraternity

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Informa launches WHX Tech to connect healthcare leaders, spur innovation

The inaugural WHX Tech event, a premier hub for digital healthcare innovation, will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 8 to 10, 2025

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UAE insurance: Up to 60% healthcare costs covered privately

Without private insurance, the government would bear the financial burden of healthcare costs

How M42 is redefining healthcare through AI, digital innovation

How M42 is redefining healthcare through AI, digital innovation

Dr Maaz Shaikh, VP of Product Management at M42, shares how AI is reshaping the global healthcare landscape, highlighting M42’s innovative role in this transformation