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The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) in the United Arab Emirates has initiated a 24/7 service allowing global users…

On August 8, 2023, the UAE Government unveiled a comprehensive package of federal decrees and amendments. These extensive changes to the healthcare system encompass healthcare professions, providers, and veterinary medicine.

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi, one of the UAE’s key hospitals, has ceased the use of Desflurane, a widely employed anaesthetic but also a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. This bold move aligns with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi’s healthcare sustainability goals and represents a significant stride in the healthcare sector’s contribution towards environmental conservation. Desflurane, commonly used during surgeries to induce anaesthesia, has been identified as an environmental culprit. It contributes substantially to greenhouse gases, trapping heat and aggravating global warming.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently launched two initiatives to improve the access and quality of healthcare services across…

The UAE is set to launch a regulatory framework that will require all healthcare providers to offer at least one form of remote service to their patients. The framework, expected to be launched by the end of the year, will define the roles and responsibilities of medical facilities and patients’ rights. It aims to promote the digitisation of healthcare services in the UAE and ensure that patients have access to convenient and cost-effective healthcare services, even in remote areas. The move will be applicable to both public and private sector healthcare providers in the country.

Sharjah Declaration 3.0 Unveiled. It Highlights the Importance of Collaboration and Increased Investment in Prevention, Screening, and Treatment Programs in…