Aster DM Healthcare unveils game changing projects set to redefine the future of healthcare for people of UAE - aster heal...

Aster DM Healthcare unveils game changing projects set to redefine the future of healthcare for people of UAE

At WHX 2026, Aster DM Healthcare – UAE’s second largest healthcare provider – announced two new hospitals in Dubai and a major expansion in Al Qusais, adding 370 new beds to current strength of 920 beds in UAE Revealed plans to launch the first and only private organ transplant centre in Sharjah and Northern Emirates, an Advanced Robotic Rehabilitation Centre in Dubai, Thrive by myAster, advanced HIS, along with AI and robotic systems Dubai, UAE – February 10, 2026: In alignment with Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), Aster DM Healthcare revealed game changing projects in the pipeline, worth an investment of AED 1 billion, aimed at maki

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Dubai Health Authority launches “HIMA” system for health inspection of vessels at maritime ports - dubai health

Dubai Health Authority launches “HIMA” system for health inspection of vessels at maritime ports

First-of-its-kind fully integrated digital system in the Middle East Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 February 2026: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today launched the border health inspection management system, “HIMA” during its participation at the World Health Expo. The system is the first-of-its-kind fully integrated digital system in the Middle East, dedicated to managing and implementing health inspection processes for vessels at maritime ports. This strategic step enhances the readiness of the public health system and reinforces Dubai’s leadership in adopting smart digital solutions to protect the community from cross-border d

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WHX Labs marks 25 years of innovation as it officially opens at Dubai World Trade Centre - labs marks

WHX Labs marks 25 years of innovation as it officially opens at Dubai World Trade Centre

The region’s leading medical laboratory exhibition was opened today by Peter Hall, President IMEA, Informa Markets alongside H.E. Dr Amer Sharif, CEO, Dubai Health and H.E. Professor Alawi Al-Sheikh Ali, Director General of Dubai Health Authority Running from 10-13 February, WHX Labs is co-timed with WHX, creating a unified global healthcare platform Both events are expected to welcome 270,000 healthcare professionals to Dubai this week Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 February 2026: WHX Labs (formerly Medlab Middle East) officially opened today at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a significant milestone as the region’s l

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More than 4.9 million beneficiaries and 49.6 million insurance claims Dubai's Health Insurance System records record growt...

More than 4.9 million beneficiaries and 49.6 million insurance claims Dubai’s Health Insurance System records record growth in 2025

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 1, 2026: Dubai’s health insurance system recorded significant growth in insurance coverage indicators and operational activity during 2025 compared to 2024, reflecting the continued expansion of the system and its strong capacity to keep pace with the growing demand for healthcare services. This growth further reinforces Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for integrated healthcare. The latest data issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) showed that the number of beneficiaries covered under Dubai’s health insurance system exceeded 4.9 million in 2025, compared to approximately 4.6 milli

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More than 4.6 million beneficiaries and 43.6 million insurance claims ‘HASD 2024' report reveals strong performance indi...

More than 4.6 million beneficiaries and 43.6 million insurance claims ‘HASD 2024′ report reveals strong performance indicators for Dubai’s health insurance system

Healthcare spending contributes 5.5% to GDP, with total expenditure reaching AED 24.55 billion 3,660 healthcare providers, 139 insurance brokers, 16 claims management companies, and 44 insurance companies Strategic partnership with the private sector to build a sustainable healthcare model Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 28, 2026: The 2024 Health Accounts System of Dubai (HASD) has revealed a set of strong indicators reflecting the advancement of Dubai’s health insurance system and its growing role in supporting the local economy and enhancing quality of life. Issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), the HASD report sho

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Dubai Future Foundation Backs 26 Research Projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative - dubai future

Dubai Future Foundation Backs 26 Research Projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced its support for 26 research projects led by 14 universities and academic institutions in Dubai, marking the conclusion of the second cycle of Dubai Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Grant Initiative. The Initiative forms part of Dubai RDI Program under the Dubai RDI Ecosystem, which was formed as per the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation. The Ecosystem is overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation and

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Top Innovators Compete in Taipei as ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan' Finals Spotlight Health-Tech Advances - innovators compete

Top Innovators Compete in Taipei as ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ Finals Spotlight Health-Tech Advances

Deputy Director General Susan Chi Chuan Hu of TITA and Executive VP Joe Chou of TAITRA, together with the judging panel, joined the winning teams for a group photo. Six teams from around the world converged in Taipei on December 10, 2025, for the global finals of the “Go Healthy with Taiwan” Call for Proposals, culminating in the selection of three winning innovations poised to shape the future of global health. The competition—one of Taiwan’s flagship international innovation initiatives—attracted 638 proposals from 55 countries, underscoring Taiwan’s rising prominence as a hub for health technology and cross-border coll

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid congratulates Dr Nabil Seidah on Great Arab Minds 2025 Award in Medicine - sheikh mohammed

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid congratulates Dr Nabil Seidah on Great Arab Minds 2025 Award in Medicine

DUBAI, 24th December, 2025: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated Dr Nabil Seidah on receiving the Great Arab Minds 2025 award in the medicine category. His Highness said the Arab world has a long record in medical science and that exceptional Arab talent continues to advance medical progress today. His Highness wrote on X, “We congratulate the winner of the Great Arab Minds award 2025 in medicine, Dr Nabil Seidah, from Egypt’s scientific community, Director of Biochemical Neuroendocrinology Research Unit at Clinical Research Institute of Montreal (IRCM

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WHX in Dubai (formerly Arab Health) to debut specialised Biotech & Life Sciences Zone as sector growth accelerates globall...

WHX in Dubai (formerly Arab Health) to debut specialised Biotech & Life Sciences Zone as sector growth accelerates globally

The global biotechnology market is projected to reach over $4 trillion by 2035; the GCC market is expected to reach $2.6 billion by 2028, with the UAE and Saudi Arabia leading the growth in the region Biotechnology and life sciences serve as a strategic bridge, connecting cutting-edge research with real-world healthcare transformation World Health Expo (WHX) in Dubai, formerly Arab Health, will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre from 9-12 February 2026, welcoming more than 235,000 professional visits and 4,300 exhibitors at the largest healthcare event in 2026 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 15 December 2025: World Health Expo

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Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation Announces the Winners of the 2025 Medical Awards

Honouring Ceremony on 29 January at Etihad Museum Dubai, UAE, 24 November 2025: Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has announced the results of the 2025 Medical Awards, in which ten (10) institutions, specialists, and researchers won across various regional and local categories. His Excellency Dr. Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of the Foundation, stated: “We are pleased that the outcomes of the Medical Awards reflect continuous growth in the distinguished efforts to advance services in the medical sector. At the Foundation, we remain committed to highlighting best practices in the

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