Health & Technology
Health technology news covering digital health, telemedicine, medical devices, health apps, and innovations transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia.
Emirates Health Services adopts AI-based vision screening
Dubai United Arab of Emirates, February 11, 2022: (AETOSWire) Emirates Health Services has partnered with Emitac Healthcare Solutions to onboard a new smartphone-enabled, integrated vision screening application as part of their routine check-up for children, the technology is developed by the U.S digital health company “GoCheck”. GoCheck Kids, used by over 6,500 pediatric care team members in […]
Philips partners with GAD International to deliver outstanding patient care and increase operational efficiency for better performance and outcomes
Riyadh, KSA – Philips, a global leader in healthcare technology, has partnered with GAD International Co (GAD) to transform healthcare services by delivering state of the art technologies and innovation to hospitals operated by AMI Healthcare Inc (AMI). This partnership will provide elite cardiology services by deploying an advanced Cathlab that delivers outstanding interventional cardiac and vascular performance on the Azurion 7, paired […]
LG SUPPORTS GROWING DEMAND FOR HVAC RETROFITTING ACROSS HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS
As Administrator and Developers Strive to Achieve Greater Operational Excellence, LG is Delivering a Suite of Advanced Air Purification and Ventilation Technologies DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, Jan. 28, 2022 – Each type of building or commercial facility has its own set of requirements for comfort and energy consumption. However, healthcare facilities present a particularly unique set […]
Kinnos crowned winner of Arab Health Innov8 competition
The popular start-up competition featured 24 companies in various stages of maturity, with each showcasing unique and innovative solutions in prevention, management, operations, and diagnostics in the healthcare industry Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 January 2022: Kinnos, an infection prevention company pioneering colourised disinfection, has won this years’ Arab Health Innov8 competition, following an intensive […]
Innovation and technology took centre stage at the Inaugural Future Health Summit last night
Healthcare industry experts last night underscored the need for healthcare reform, efficiencies in healthcare spending, and utilising the transformative power of the digital era Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 26 January 2022: Senior government healthcare officials, CEOs and visionaries from around the world, attended the inaugural Future Health Summit last night, Tuesday 25 January, to hear […]
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Amazon joins forces with MTE (MENATECH) to expand Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports to KSA and The UAE
RIYADH, KSA – 20 January 2022 – Amazon in Saudi Arabia and the UAE joins forces with MTE (MENATech), a GGTech Entertainment Group company to launch Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the UAE’s first educational esports league. Amazon’s involvement in the tournament across Saudi Arabia and the UAE will help upscale the competition, increasing visibility and […]
LG TO SHOWCASE ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC AND IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES AT ARAB HEALTH 2022
Visitors to the Leading Healthcare Exhibition Can Discover How LG’s Medical Monitors and Digital X-ray Detectors Contribute Towards Elevated Patient Care DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES., Jan. 20, 2022 – Next week at Arab Health 2022, LG will be presenting its latest innovations within the medical display market – illustrating technology’s ability to empower more accurate diagnosis, […]
Al Borg Diagnostics Initiates Al Borg Med-Tech Accelerator
Saudi Arabia, 10 January 2022: In line with Saudi Vision 2030”, Al Borg Diagnostics, which harbors one of the largest chains of Medical Labs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, initiated Al Borg Med-Tech Accelerator program in January 2021, as part of its social responsibility towards youth empowerment, innovation fostering, intellectual property, and the localization of technologies, […]
90% of healthcare providers in KSA use medical equipment with a legacy OS
According to Kaspersky’s new Healthcare report 2021, only 10% of Saudi healthcare organizations confirm that all medical equipment they utilize runs up-to-date software. Usage of legacy operating systems (OS) exposes healthcare organizations to additional vulnerabilities and cyber-risks. 26 December 2021 Medicine has always been a field where innovations play a crucial and truly life-saving […]
Evusheld long-acting antibody combination retains neutralising activity against Omicron variant in independent FDA study
AstraZeneca’s Evusheld (tixagevimab co-packaged with cilgavimab), a long-acting antibody combination for the prevention of COVID-19, retained neutralising activity against the Omicron SARS-CoV-2 variant (B.1.1.529), according to new preclinical data. In this study, Evusheld’s Inhibitory Concentration 50 (IC50), a measure of neutralising potency of an antibody, was 171 ng/ml and 277 ng/ml in two confirmatory tests, […]
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Saudi Sports for All Federation and Al Nahdi Medical Company sign an MoU to work together towards a fitter, healthier community
The agreement will see Al Nahdi Medical Company contribute facilities and equipment to Community Sports Groups, as well as rewards and coupons to winners of SFA app challenges The SFA and Al Nahdi expands their partnership after previously a successful collaboration on the Ehsan Steps Challenge that connected sports and charity (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) December […]
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 […]