Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a flagship hospital in the UAE for serious and complex care and a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has seen strong growth in specialist heart rhythm procedures, completing more than 400 catheter and device-based cardiac interventions in 2025. This included 100 procedures to treat […]
The Family Care Authority – Abu Dhabi (FCA), an affiliate of the Department of Community Development, has inaugurated the Service Centre and the Halfway Homes project in Al Dhafra Region, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring its ecosystem of services accessible to all segments of society and providing tailored, comprehensive support to every family member. This […]
As global healthcare systems continue to face mounting pressure from rising demand, ageing populations, and workforce attrition, the shortage of nurses has reached a critical point. According to the World Health Organization, the world is projected to face a shortfall of 4.5 million nurses by 2030* posing a significant risk to the delivery of safe, […]
Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council has announced the activation of advanced blood toxicology testing services through the Central Testing Laboratory, in a strategic step that enhances the readiness of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in the field of laboratory operations and reinforces its capabilities to rapidly develop and provide laboratory requirements. This supports both […]
SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has revealed a significant medical milestone achieved at Tawam Hospital: the successful administration of gene therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in an 18-month-old female Omani. The case involved an 18-month-old Omani girl who was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). SMA […]
WHOOP, the human performance company, and Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi-based sovereign investor, announced a strategic partnership to advance proactive health, performance science, and preventative healthcare innovation in the UAE, anchored by Mubadala’s $75 million investment in WHOOP. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening health innovation, expanding research capabilities, and supporting the […]
Arada has acquired a significant controlling stake in Reem Hospital, the Abu Dhabi-based healthcare provider, in a transformative move that marks the master developer’s entry into the healthcare sector and accelerates its ambition to build one of the region’s most comprehensive integrated wellness ecosystems. The stake, which represents more than 80% of the business, was […]
Abu Dhabi Biobank, a strategic initiative between the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and M42, announced a strategic partnership with Human Life CORD Japan Inc. (HLC), to localise the development and clinical application of umbilical cord–derived stem cell therapies in Abu Dhabi. This step represents a significant milestone in expanding access to stem cell […]
Burjeel Holdings unveiled a new integrated healthcare project in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, during its participation in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026. Spanning 387,000 square meters, the project will bring together advanced clinical care, medical education, scientific research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and health innovation, supporting the development of medical […]
The United Arab Emirates is continuing to strengthen its position in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies, reinforcing its role as a regional and global hub for innovation in advanced and gene-based treatments. This comes as part of a broader vision to build a sustainable healthcare system driven by innovation, clinical excellence and institutional integration. […]
