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WAM - Scientists at the University of California have developed a new method to treat blood cancers by reprogramming immune cells directly inside the patient’s body, rather than extracting and processing them in a laboratory. For years, conventional CAR-T cell therapy has relied on a complex proces

If you 're feeling low or down or just need someone to talk to, Dubai Health, in collaboration with the Community Development Authority, have launched the ‘Itma’en’ service. It means ‘rest assured’. The service provides free mental health support to citizens, residents, and visitors. It offers conf

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a delegation from the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center and Yas Clinic – Khalifa City, accompanied by a number of donors and patients who have been treated using innovative stem cell-based therapies. During the meeting, held at Qasr A

The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has announced that a new mechanism breaking the monopoly on medical products by requiring pharmaceutical companies to appoint more than one authorised agent for each medical product marketed in the country has been activated. The measure is implemented pursuant

NMC Provita proudly shares the inspiring rehabilitation journey of Mr. K.Y, a 42-year-old Army personnel who overcame severe, life-threatening complications following a serious bout of Influenza B pneumonia in October 2025. What began as a viral infection quickly escalated into severe sepsis, leadi

At just 26 years old, Mr. E.G., a vibrant and ambitious Emirati, experienced a life-altering road traffic accident. The high-impact collision resulted in a severe fracture with incomplete spinal cord injury, requiring urgent complex spinal surgery in October 2025. What followed was not just a medic

A rare inherited disorder affecting brain development and muscle strength has been officially named after an Abu Dhabi-based specialist at Burjeel Medical City, marking a significant scientific milestone for the UAE’s medical research community. The condition, now known as El-Hattab-Schmidts syndro

Dubai’s healthcare sector recorded accelerated growth during 2025, reflecting the emirate’s vision to enhance quality of life and consolidate its position as a global hub and a leading model for advanced healthcare. Recent statistics issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) confirm that Dubai con

Dubai Health has announced the launch of the ‘Unified Health Screening’ initiative, which combines medical fitness examinations for both residency and occupational health into a single application and unified journey, representing a significant step in streamlining procedures and simplifying the cu

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Health Board of Directors, launched ‘The Cancer Fund’ of Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of the Dubai H

Saudi German Health (SGH), one of the region’s largest and fastest-growing healthcare groups, concluded a high-impact participation at World Health Expo (WHX) 2026, securing strategic agreements, advancing international dialogue, and reinforcing its position as a key driver of healthcare collaborat

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Health Board of Directors, emphasised the importance of partnerships with leading academic health systems driven by scientific research and medical education to advance healthcare, elevate quality of care, st