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

“Live Right” a Bupa Arabia event promoting a healthy lifestyle
Health campaigns promote healthy habits and lifestyle and improve quality of life for individuals and the community at large. Bupa Arabia hosted ‘Live Right’ awareness program in Jeddah on July 21-22. Ali Sheneamer: ‘Live Right’ program aims to positively influence the health and well-being of Saudi residents and citizens in line with the Vision 2030 […]

Bupa Arabia Launches its 1st “Live Right” Event in Jeddah on 21-22 July
As the health risks increase globally, health awareness campaigns aiming to confront these risks increase in importance. They play a crucial role in promoting a healthy lifestyle, improving the quality of life for individuals and society, and reducing the spread of diseases. A pioneer in healthcare and highly effective public health campaigns, Bupa Arabia for cooperative insurance […]

Abdul Latif Jameel Health appoints special scientific advisors to join mission in accelerating access to modern medical care.
The Right Hon. Professor Lord Kakkar PC, Director of the Thrombosis Research Institute and Emeritus Professor of Surgery at University College London joins the Abdul Latif Jameel Health Scientific Advisory Board MIT Professor James J. Collins, PhD appointed as Special Scientific Advisor, Abdul Latif Jameel Health, complementing his work in synthetic biology and systems biology […]

Bupa Arabia Launches Innovative Telehealth Service with Strategic Partnerships
In a qualitative shift with the Saudi 2030 Vision, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has been seeking to expand the scope of telemedicine services provided in the Kingdom. This comes as part of the MoH’s efforts to achieve its national e-health strategy and the digital transformation objectives, especially after it has proven its unparalleled effectiveness and success […]

King Abdulaziz University and Nahdi Medical Company reaffirm their commitment to train future Saudi Pharmacists
MOU set to advance education, training, and research programs, as well as offer over 100 internship opportunities to pharmaceutical students. Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 26th June 2022: Nahdi Medical Company, Saudi Arabia’s largest pharmacy retail chain and leading healthcare provider, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with King Abdulaziz University. The signing ceremony took place at […]

Saudi Arabia records increased investment and new opportunities in healthcare infrastructure: JLL
Riyadh, KSA – 15 June 2022: JLL, a leading professional services firm specialized in real estate, investment management and development consultancy services, highlighted the substantial opportunities for investors and developers in the Kingdom’s healthcare sector. Underlining the promising landscape for healthcare infrastructure development and medical service delivery, JLL recently advised Dubai-based Gulf Islamic Investments LLC (GII) on […]

Mastercard study advocates financial inclusion as a driver for better access to health and education
White paper reveals that the unprecedented halt in economic activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected the most vulnerable and has accelerated the need for digitally delivered financial inclusion 55% of respondents to a Mastercard survey say they use digital mediums to make financial transactions Further findings show that digital financial services have […]

Huawei collaborates with “Live Well” platform to keep raising awareness of staying healthy and wellbeing
Riyadh, KSA, 2 June 2022: Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia collaborates with online “Live Well” platform during Eid AlFitr to keep raising awareness of the importance of staying healthy and wellbeing. The initiative which was run throughout Eid AlFitr on “Live Well” – the Ministry’s of Health official health platform – has proved to be highly […]

Align Technology Drives Innovation in Digital Dentistry with Launch of iTero Element Plus Series in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Intraoral scanners with 5D technology are the latest innovation from Align Technology available in key middle East markets including UAE, KSA, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar The iTero Element 5D Plus imaging systems were launched to more than 80 orthodontists and general practitioners at a series of events held at the Ritz Carlton, in Riyadh, […]

AIRLINES’ ‘BLANK SHEET OF PAPER’ MOMENT IS BIGGEST OPPORTUNITY FOR A GENERATION
Airlines have a once in a generation opportunity to restructure, innovate and expand, said James Hogan today in a keynote address to the Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi. “The global pandemic has been the biggest systemic shock in the history of aviation,” he said. “But that does give a unique opportunity for airlines that […]
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Jameel Fund for Infectious Disease Research and Innovation Announces Open Call for 2nd Round for Researchers at King Abdulaziz University
Backed by Community Jameel Saudi and in collaboration with King Abdulaziiz University, Jameel Fund for Infectious Disease Research and Innovation will provide new funding to several critical research projects in the Kingdom Jameel Fund is set to provide support to research projects to combat the transmission and pathogenesis of coronaviruses and other respiratory viruses Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, […]

Kingdom Centre in Riyadh lights up for International Thalassaemia Day 2022
The iconic landmark was lit up in support of Saudi Arabia’s thalassemia patients and their loved onesKingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh 9th May 2022: On the evening of May 8th, Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), a global pharmaceutical company, in collaboration with the Thalassaemia International Federation (TIF), lit up in red iconic Kingdom Centre in Riyadh […]

Live stronger with the power of clean air
By Alexander Provins, Director EMEA at Blueair ‘’As we reflect on our health more than ever, and not to mention the health of our loved ones, an often overlooked, invisible factor to consider is indoor pollution, which can be up to five times higher than outdoor levels. As recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), it is […]

Nahdi Medical Company opens its largest flagship pharmacy in the Kingdom in Riyadh
New Olaya flagship pharmacy deploys state-of-the-art services, solutions, and products aimed at exceeding Nahdi Guests’ expectations Spanning 2800 sqm the new branch will feature a wide range of services aimed at enhancing the Guest experience by blurring the lines between online and brick and mortar Through its unparalleled network across 144 cities and villages, […]

Almarai concludes its annual campaign to raise awareness of oral and dental health
Almarai Company concluded its annual campaign to raise awareness of oral and dental health in a recently held ceremony in Riyadh. Almarai implements this campaign annually in cooperation with King Saud University and Princess Noura bint Abdulrahman, in a continuous partnership for more than eight years, to educate the community about the importance of oral […]

Almarai obtains Pandemic Prepared Certification 2021 for the second year in a row
Almarai Company obtained a Pandemic Prepared Certification from AIB International; due to its excellence in applying best practices for food safety in times of epidemics for the second year in a row. The certification confirms Almarai’s readiness and ability to adhere to industry-recognized best practices for supporting food safety and quality, employee health, the supply […]

Alf Healthcare and Steward Health Care International JV to operate world-class Coastal Village Hospital for The Red Sea Development Company
The hospital will provide exceptional medical care for 14,000 residents and visitors, in addition to employment and educational opportunities for Saudi nationals The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), the developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism project, awarded the operations contract for a major new hospital to the Steward alf Global Healthcare Company, a […]

Huawei and Sports for All puts Saudi Arabia’s resident’s health first at the iconic Riyadh Marathon 2022
Participated as the “Official Timekeeper Partner” Riyadh, KSA, 13 March 2022: Huawei, the iconic global technology brand, showcased its commitment towards Saudi Arabia’s resident’s wellbeing and health at Riyadh Marathon 2022 organized by the Saudi Sports for All Federation, participating as the “Official Timekeeper Partner”. Pablo Ning, President of Huawei Consumer Business Group in Middle […]

PepsiCo sponsored Riyadh Marathon 2022 to call attention to the importance of sports
PepsiCo sponsored Saudi Arabia’s first-ever full marathon The sponsorship is part of PepsiCo – SFA joint “Harek” initiative Riyadh, March 10, 2022 PepsiCo has underlined its commitment to raising awareness of the importance of sports in Saudi Arabia. As part of its ongoing mission to safeguard the health and wellbeing of the communities it serves […]

Almarai participates in the First International Conference on Food Security and Environmental Sustainability
The Minister of Education, Dr. Hamad bin Muhammad Al-Sheikh, and the President of King Faisal University, Dr. Muhammad bin Abdulaziz Al-Ohali, visited the Almarai Company’s pavilion, which is participating in the exhibition accompanying the First International Conference on Food Security and Environmental Sustainability organized by King Faisal University. The event was conducted at the university’s […]

Cisco and Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City Collaborate to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Healthcare
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 09 March 2022: Cisco Saudi Arabia Limited (Cisco) and Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City (SBAHC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The aim of the MoU is to develop a cooperation in field of digital transformation and explore ways to accelerate digital health services to patients, as part of SBAHC’s continuous efforts […]

Bupa Arabia Urges Digital Transformation in Insurance Industry
InsureTek Middle East 2022 International Conference Highlights the Importance of Digitization and Innovation in Insurance Industry Bupa Arabia’s participation at the InsureTek Middle East 2022 Conference reinforces the company’s leading role in reshaping the insurance industry. Hamideddin: Embracing digitization is no longer a luxury, but rather a necessity and pivotal requirement to keep pace with […]
