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PureHealth, Dell partner to advance healthcare services in Abu Dhabi

The partnership with Dell further solidifies the healthcare’s position following the recent milestone acquisitions

DoH announces partnership with M42 to advance Precision Medicine in Abu Dhabi

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: DOH, M42 partner to further precision medicine in Abu Dhabi

The partnership will enable physicians to access pharmacogenomic reports for consenting participants of the Emirati Genome Program through Malaffi

Aster opens 175-bed multispecialty hospital in Muscat

Aster launches 175-bed multispecialty hospital in Muscat

The hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology to deliver the highest standard of care

Mubadala Manipal Hospitals talks

Mubadala in talks with Temasek for stake in India’s Manipal Hospitals: Report

An investment from Mubadala could help Manipal Hospitals to expand its business

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AstraZeneca inaugurates new sustainable offices at Dubai Science Park

This development is part of a series of initiatives that align with the pharma giant’s global Ambition Zero Carbon programme

Nipah virus - bat

Nipah virus in Kerala: What we know so far

The zoonotic virus, transmitted between species from animals to humans, has already killed two people in Kerala this year

Health survey

Dubai household health survey to start from September 10

The survey, first conducted in 2009, and subsequently every five years, is the most comprehensive household health study in Dubai

Aviv Clinics

Aviv Clinics Dubai: An investment in your brain health

The Aviv Clinics medical evaluation programme has opened a new frontier in medicine, enhancing brain and physical performance, and boosting the reversal of the biology of ageing

Pharma

Insights: Embracing digitalisation in pharma sector

Digital tools and technologies are fast making inroads into pharma marketing plans as the space has opened itself to the new ‘hybrid’ normal

PureHealth to acquire UK’s Circle Health Group for Dhs4.4bn

PureHealth to acquire UK’s Circle Health Group for Dhs4.4bn

The acquisition marks the healthcare group’s foray into the UK , as part of its global expansion programme

Digital healthcare is booming following COVID-19

The GCC healthcare sector is poised for strong growth: outlook

A combination of several interrelated factors has positioned the GCC healthcare sector for continued expansion at a healthy pace

Julphar posts Dhs859.4m in H1 revenues, up 2.5%

Julphar half-year revenues surge to Dhs859.4m on solid growth

The company registered double-digit growth in the UAE and GCC region markets due to continued positive developments in key markets including Saudi Arabia

Proximie

SoftBank-backed Proximie launches virtual robotic-assisted surgery training course

The first observership programme will begin on October 16

UAE enacts new laws for healthcare professionals

UAE enacts new laws for healthcare professionals

Practising without a healthcare licence attracts a fine of not less than Dhs50,000 and not exceeding Dhs100,000

PIF launches fitness and wellbeing company

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sets up fitness and well-being company

Kayanee will adopt a female-focused approach to all its services, prioritising mental, physical and social health to create a vibrant society

Saudi Fund for Development signs loan agreement for hospital project Image SFD

Saudi Fund for Development signs $75m loan agreement for hospital project in Saint Lucia

This agreement is part of SFD’s efforts to support sustainable development in developing countries and small island developing states

Burjeel Holdings’ half-year profit up 47% to Dhs225m

Burjeel Holdings’ half-year profit up 47% to Dhs225m

The healthcare services provider’s H1 revenues surged by 13.9 per cent year-on-year to Dhs2.2bn, driven by an increase in patient footfall

Man tests positive for MERS virus in UAE,

Man tests positive for MERS virus in UAE, WHO confirms

Abu Dhabi has increased monitoring for the virus to try to identify potential cases and raise awareness by hosting workshops

prenatal

Al Tayer Group partners with DAHC to support the Centre for Prenatal Paediatrics at Latifa Hospital

This collaboration aims to prioritise prenatal and maternal care in a secure and nurturing environment while delivering multidisciplinary care

Medcare Royal Hospital

Dubai: Medcare Royal Hospital to be launched in Al Qusais

Constructed by Dubai Developments, the 126 – bed premium hospital will offer individualised care in a range of specialties

Niven Al-Khoury on diabetes management strategies to be effective

Insights: How Saudi Arabia is making strides in diabetes control and prevention

There are an estimated 4.2 million patients suffering from diabetes in Saudi Arabia, out of which 1.8 million are undiagnosed

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Zaid S Al Khayyat of Al Khayyat Investments shares the company’s expansion plans

The holding company’s managing director highlights how the company has been charting its growth path as it supports Dubai’s grand economic vision

PIF sets up Lifera to boost biopharma industry growth

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sets up Lifera to boost biopharma industry growth

The biopharma investment firm seeks to advance formulation development, medicine development and manufacturing

PureHealth and Sheba Medical Center sign MoU Image credit PureHealth

PureHealth inks strategic MoU with Israel’s Sheba Medical Center

The two entities will closely collaborate on joint clinical research projects, promote the use of advanced technology in healthcare, expand genetic research initiatives and boost health tourism in both countries

G42 Healthcare M42 Proteomics site Image credit G42 Healthcare

G42 Healthcare offers first certified proteomics site in EMEA region

The certification equips G42 Healthcare to support and drive clinical decisions as well as future development of tests using genomic, proteomic and clinical characteristics

Novartis

Novartis agrees to buy Chinook for up to $3.5bn

The Swiss drug company will pay $40 a share in cash for California-based Chinook

Burjeel to launch neurological institute with Northwell Health Image credit Burjeel Holdings

UAE’s Burjeel, US-based Northwell Health to launch neuroscience institute in UAE

The neuroscience institute will be located at Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi’s life sciences hub ambitions

Hayat Biotech bolsters Abu Dhabi’s life sciences hub ambitions

The city serves as a secure and efficient gateway for global distribution, particularly in the healthcare industry

healthcare systems

Preserving health and planet: The imperative of sustainable healthcare systems

The interconnection between sustainability and climate change in the healthcare sector is crucial for safeguarding the future of both our planet and the human race

Little-known lung Infection grabs limelight from Covid, RSV Image Getty Images

Little-known lung Infection grabs limelight from Covid, RSV

The virus, a relatively obscure cousin of respiratory syncytial virus, can cause infections like bronchitis or pneumonia that can be severe in children and older adults