Health & Technology
Health technology news covering digital health, telemedicine, medical devices, health apps, and innovations transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia.

TikTok Spotlights Mental Health Awareness in Latest Episode of T-Talks Series
The second episode following the inaugural Breast Cancer awareness interviews, sees the T-Talks series continue on its mission to offer users access to insightful content that sparks positive conversation and action The focus on mental health awareness was driven by participants such as mental health advocate Allaoua Gaham and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Saliha Afridi Riyadh, […]

Abdul Latif Jameel Health to collaborate with EQRx to introduce two novel and affordable cancer treatments at a fraction of the cost of existing approaches to 1.5 billion people across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa
Aumolertinib and Sugemalimab have both shown positive data from Phase III studies in treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and could offer treatment at a fraction of the cost of existing and traditional approaches EQRx is committed to developing new medicines, offering them at lower prices, reimagining medicine to address one of society’s biggest health […]

Saudi Arabia announces first full marathon in the Kingdom staged by the Sports for All Federation
The Marathon to help transform the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia into a global sport destination, promoting the growth of the sport and tourism economies in line with Saudi Vision 2030 Specially designed track around Riyadh city, allowing for an opportunity to explore the Kingdom’s capital The Riyadh Marathon, scheduled for March 5, 2022, will include […]

The importance of digital wellness should not be underestimated
The last 18 months have seen majority of the population adopt a more digital lifestyle, with all that it entails. Connectivity has changed the way users engage with one another in every aspect of their lives, from shopping to entertainment, working and attending virtual classes, dating to building online communities. This inevitable interruption has been […]

Abdul Latif Jameel Health brings Butterfly iQ+ ultrasound device to a potential 2 billion people across the Middle East, North Africa & India.
The Butterfly iQ+ is the world’s only single-probe, whole-body, handheld imaging device with the potential to bring medical imaging to remote communities often for the first time and assist physicians in difficult medical situations. The innovative device has been described as ‘the stethoscope of the future – a true window into the body’ – Butterfly Network is […]

In line with its dedication to women empowerment, Najm organizes breast cancer awareness and free testing campaign
In line with its employee empowerment strategy aiming to offer an exemplary workplace with the highest standards, Najm for Insurance Services launched an internal health campaign aiming to raise awareness on the risks of breast cancer among its female staff who form a crucial component of its human capital. The campaign came in parallel with World […]

A NEW CLINIC IN DUBAI WILL BE LEADING THE WAY IN COGNITIVE REGENERATION THERAPIES FOR A RANGE OF CONDITIONS AFFECTING THE REGION’S AGEING POPULATION
Aviv Clinics in Dubai is the only service of its kind in the GCC and MENA region that uses innovative hyperbaric oxygen therapy to help reverse some of the biological effects of ageing Dubai, UAE – 3 November: Aviv Clinics is the only medical centre in the Middle East offering an advanced program to treat age […]

SMILENEO, THE MENA’S LEADING TEETH STRAIGHTENING STARTUP, LAUNCHES THE REGION’S FIRST LICENSED TELEDENTISTRY PLATFORM
The MENA’s fastest-growing, direct-to-consumer clear aligner startup partners with United Arab Emirates regulators on the region’s first licensed teledentistry platform Smileneo’s licensed, doctor-directed, clear aligner treatment provides high-quality, affordable, and convenient teeth straightening in 7 countries With telehealth usage surging as consumers and healthcare providers are seeking ways to safely access and deliver healthcare in […]

DUBAI HEALTHCARE CITY SETS UP FITNESS & WELLNESS HUB FOR DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE OFFERING A UNIQUE WELLNESS-ORIENTED TRAINING PROGRAM
Sunday,1 Nov 2021: Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the emirate’s enabling healthcare and wellness free zone, has set up a fitness and wellness hub in its Oud Metha Phase I to help residents and visitors get fit during the month-long Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC). The hub, one of the DFC official hubs for this year, is […]

W7Worldwide Sets Out 7 COVID-19 Communication Strategies for Transport & Logistics Operators
The pandemic has placed an unprecedented strain and challenge on the world’s transportation and logistics operations and infrastructure. The way companies move goods to market is changing as businesses are reviewing their supply chains and operating models. One estimated economic impact of COVID-19 on the global logistics industry is a decrease of 6.1 percent in gross value added […]

VFS Global COVID-19 Test Booking Credentials accepted in the IATA Travel Pass
Verified COVID-19 tests booked through approved lab network in select locations will provide an added layer of security and save time for travellers, airlines and immigration authorities Now accepted on Sri Lanka to UAE (via Sri Lankan Airlines) and the US & Canada to Taipei, Taiwan (via China Airlines) travel corridors, where travellers can show […]

JAGGAER pens partnership with Bridge Medical GPO at GITEX
The MOU will see JAGGAER provide Source to Pay solutions to streamline Bridge Medical GPO’s procurement processes Consistency and visibility across all spend categories, next generation analytics, insights, flexibility and agility among the key attributes of the JAGGAER ONE platform Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 October 2021: JAGGAER has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Bridge Medical GPO Trading LLC […]

Staying Healthy Inside and Outside the Home with LG
JEDDAH, 14 October – Staying healthy goes hand in hand with practicing good hygiene both inside and outside the home. Appliances and devices that promote better hygiene will be one of the major trends in consumer electronics this year and quite probably for the foreseeable future. Always responsive to the needs and concerns of its global […]

Ford Brain Research Could Hold the Key to More Quickly Identifying When Drivers Switch off at the Wheel
Ford is working with neuroscientists to develop a faster and more effective way to detect when drivers are tired, distracted or not concentrating Driver fatigue may be a contributing factor in up to 25 per cent of fatal and serious road incidents. * 40 per cent of drivers do not take a break every two […]

Saudi Sports for All Federation and Fitbit collaborated for an active National Day
Visitors to Al Nakheel Mall in Riyadh between 15-30 September have the opportunity to win a Fitbit Inspire 2 fitness tracker by walking on the Sports for All’s track. (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) 29 September 2021 – The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) celebrated Saudi Arabia’s 91st National Day to encourage people in the Kingdom to stay active, fit, and healthy. […]

Emitac Healthcare, GoCheck partnership brings AI-powered vision screening app for children
Smartphone-enabled application to detect vision abnormalities in children Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 27, 2021, (AETOSWire): Emitac Healthcare Solutions today announced its partnership with the U.S digital health company GoCheck to bring to the UAE a Smartphone-enabled, integrated vision screening application for the detection of vision abnormalities in children. Emitac Healthcare said in a statement that the distribution […]

Serco hires national talent to provide better citizen experience in KSA
Al Riyadh, 26th September 2021 – public services company Serco has appointed KSA national, Nawara Al Osaimi to lead ExperienceLab in KSA as part of its plan to expand within the Kingdom and support the public sector in providing the best customer and user experience to both citizens and residents. Al Osaimi will take a leading role in expanding […]

W7Worldwide observes the 91st Saudi National Day with a motion graphics clip
W7Worldwide, a Marketing Communications Consultancy Agency, produced a short video to celebrate the Saudi 91st National Day which is observed on the 23rd September each year. The 1-minute 23-seconds videofocused on highlighting the Kingdom’s advanced position in the safety & security international indicators which revealed the Kingdom ranks top among G20 nations, outperforming the five permanent members of […]

Najm Advocates Public Safety Having Vaccinated All Its Employees
Achieving 100% Immunization against COVID-19 Riyadh, KSA, September 14, 2021: As a testament to its compliance with the regulations set forth by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development and the Ministry of Health outlining the necessary requirements for employees to return to the workplace, Najm for Insurance Services announces that it has vaccinated 100% […]

LG’S VIDEO CONFERENCING PLATFORM DELIVERS REAL-TIME CLOUD-BASED TELEMEDICINE SOLUTION
LG’s Proprietary Platform Integrated with ezCaretech’s Application Offers Healthcare Providers Fast, Accurate Patient Information Al Riyadh, Aug. 26, 2021 — LG Electronics’ Video Conferencing Platform is being integrated with the new ezOntheCalltelemedicine service to provide medical professionals with an advanced tool for remote delivery of outpatient support. Leveraging advanced cloud computing technology, ezOntheCall offers real-time access to medical […]

Almarai holds its 4th Almarai Conference on Food Safety
The fourth Conference of Almarai for Food Safety 2021 has been opened Yesterday, Tuesday, by the company’s CEO, Mr. Abdullah Albadr. The conference has been conducted virtually in the presence of representatives from the Food and Drug Authority in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Environment and Water and Agriculture, the US […]

Align Technology announces multi-million dollar manufacturing facility to support growth and adoption of the Invisalign system in the EMEA region
New manufacturing facility is Align Technology’s first in EMEA and reflects Align’s continued investments in global operations to be closer to its doctor-customers and their patients, enhancing customer experience and satisfaction. Extends Align’s world class mass-customization capabilities which includes the world’s largest 3D printing operations, producing over 700 thousand unique aligners per day. Builds on […]
