Apple has introduced the Watch Series 4, which combines new hardware and software enhancements into a display that is over …
Video game addiction causes serious health issues: UAE health authority
The Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DoH) has issued a recommendation for parents to limit their children’s gaming hours to up to two hours per day under supervision, provided the gaming content is educational and interactive.
Mubadala leads funding round for US medical tech firm
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company has led $132 million Series D equity financing for US-based medical technology company.
Dubai’s ambulance service app to “save lives”
The Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services has unveiled the ‘Help Me’ application, which is the first of its kind in …
Abu Dhabi to shed light on AI’s impact on healthcare
Global experts will discuss artificial intelligence, machine learning and digital pathology at the upcoming sixth Oncology Conference in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
AI to revolutionise treatment for diabetic patients in Dubai
Dr M. Hamed Farooqi, Director of the Dubai Diabetes Centre, also announced that the centre recently completed a proof of concept project for the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to detect diabetic retinopathy.
Thales secures IoT devices in healthcare industry
Thales and Device Authority have announced a jointly developed solution to ensure the authentication of IoT devices and the confidentiality and integrity of the data they rely on.
Emirati students gear up to shape UAE’s healthcare sector
The students were congratulated for their inclusion in ‘Future Medical Stars’, and their upcoming trip to the esteemed Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Saudi Arabia launches first robot-operated pharmacy
Saudi Arabia has inaugurated its very first smart pharmacy, a robot-operated facility at King Fahd Specialist Hospital.
Abu Dhabi calls for increased push to promote medical tourism
The Abu Dhabi Department of Health has urged all healthcare providers in the capital to document medical tourism patients’ records using its “Shafafiya” e-portal, effective as of September 2018.
Dubai launches competition in search of “remarkable” healthcare talents
As part of its celebration for the Year of Zayed, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has launched a scientific research competition to recognise remarkable talent in the country in the medical field.
Dubai Chamber on-boards “360 Doctor” to foster health and wellness
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed the latest initiative designed to ensure the well-being of its team members.
UAE to boost healthcare training with unified smart platform
The Ministry of Health and Prevention has officially launched the “Maharati” system, a healthcare learning and management system, at the Training and Development Centre in Sharjah.
Saudi Arabia introduces robotic technology to treat spinal injuries
The Medical Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL), a robot treatment device for spinal injuries, has been approved for use in Saudi Arabia.