Abu Dhabi launches Healthy Living Strategy to improve prevention, nutrition, physical activity and long-term wellbeing
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Abu Dhabi launches newborn genetic screening programme to detect 815 childhood conditions
The initiative, launched in alignment with the Emirati Genome Council’s vision for personalised and precision healthcare, marks a step towards genomics-driven medicine in the UAE
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Abu Dhabi’s vaccine distribution hub activated with first shipment
A strategic milestone for the capital to strengthen global health security, ensure equitable vaccine access and build resilient supply chains
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DoH and Sanofi partner to develop new global vaccines in Abu Dhabi
Collaboration to leverage UAE capital’s health-tech ecosystem and advanced research infrastructure and Sanofi’s R&D expertise
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Elon Musk’s Neuralink launches first international clinical trial in Abu Dhabi
The trial will be conducted at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi in partnership with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi inks MoU to build advanced life sciences labs in Masdar City
The agreement aims to support the development of infrastructure for laboratory spaces within Masdar City
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Abu Dhabi launches life science cluster as it targets $25.6bn GDP injection and 30,000 health jobs
Abu Dhabi is looking to attract $11.5bn of investment as it establishes itself as a global hub for biotechnology, MedTech, and digital health
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Abu Dhabi signs landmark genomics MoU to boost AI-powered precision healthcare in partnership with global, local leaders
The new systems are to be developed particularly in critical areas such as oncology, rare genetic diseases, and metabolic disorders
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Abu Dhabi transforms sick leave attestation with online service
Abu Dhabi residents able to get sick leave attestation and death-related admin services through digital channels
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IVF in Abu Dhabi ranked among most successful in the world
IVF in Abu Dhabi is among the most successful in the world as 695 children born using specialised healthcare in 2024
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Abu Dhabi to cover all death-related fees and repatriation costs for expats
Abu Dhabi has expanded a compassionate service to cover the costs of death-related services and repatriation for expats
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Abu Dhabi announces world’s first long-life health medicine clinic
New Abu Dhabi institute will develop medical and lifestyle approach designed to make people live longer lives
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Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center, Burjeel Holdings partner to expand bone marrow transplant services
This will form the largest bone marrow transplant program in the country in the UAE
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DoH Abu Dhabi signs MoU with Japan’s Takeda to tackle rare diseases in the region
Collaboration will generate comprehensive evidence on epidemiology and tackle unmet medical needs related to rare diseases and oncology
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Abu Dhabi health department slaps AED1mn fine, calls for investigation on doctors, shuts down 8 clinics
The DoH’s decisive measures aim to uphold the well-being of the community and ensure the provision of high-quality healthcare services
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DoH Abu Dhabi joins hands with GSK to accelerate innovative healthcare
The two organisations to build on existing strengths in big data, real-world evidence, clinical trials, and clinical practices
climate change
A prescription for a greener future
Ahead of the highly anticipated COP28, taking place in the United Arab Emirates, Dr. Aysha Al Khoori, Executive Director of the Healthcare Facilities Sector discussed Abu Dhabi’s significant role in ensuring a sustainable future for healthcare, and its strides toward building a better future for generations to come
