Health Care

Investment in Saudi German Hospital-Dubai signifies confidence in UAE’s robust health sector set to quadruple by 2015

UAE, Dubai, 13^th May 2012: The UAE’s health sector has received a resounding vote of confidence, following analysts’ forecast that the industry will flourish from its current USD 3.2 billion and boom to a mammoth USD 11.9 billion (AED 43.7 billion) by 2015.

This phenomenal growth will be driven by long-term investments, which is typified by the investment in Saudi German Hospital-Dubai. The hospital’s parent entity, the Saudi German Hospitals Group demonstrated its commitment to the long-term vitality of the UAE’s health fraternity, and the hospital’s instant success stories have promptly vindicated this decision.

Diabetes drug proven to prevent kidney failure in 2 out of 3 diabetic patients

Dubai – 5 May 2012: Servier Pharmaceutical Company called attention to the diabetes epidemic in the UAE by launching a Physicians’ Educational Day yesterday evening (Friday, May 4th) at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel, Dubai. The meeting drew particular focus on new data from the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) that was announced in the latest IDF congress in December 2011 in Dubai, indicating that 19.2 percent of the UAE population has been diagnosed with diabetes. The new IDF data also highlighted the diabetes associated consequences for both the patients and the economy.

The event, accredited by the Ministry of Health and the Dubai Health Authority, was attended by participants from major private and public hospitals across the UAE.

Beirut,May 3rd, 2012 – Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC),affiliated with Johns Hopkins International,designed by Khatib&Alami, was named one of “The 25 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the World” by HealthExecNews.com. CMC was the only hospital in theLevant region that made the list based on the selection criteria set by HealthExecNews.com website.

“Hospital architecture and designs have transformed over time, from the once sterile white walls and stark decor to vibrant colors and eye-catching materials on the interior and exterior. We at CMC have designed a facility to include elements of functionality and design that have been proven to improve patient care.”said Dr. Mounes Kalaawi, Chief Executive Officer of CMC hospital. ”We are extremely proud to be selected among top healthcare institutions in eleven countries around the world, including the United States, Austria, Thailand, Panama, Switzerland, China, and others for our distinguished designs.” He added.

UAE, Sharjah, 26th April: The Sharjah: Baby-Friendly Emirate Campaign has stepped up its momentum by holding a training course entitled: ‘Breastfeeding promotion and support in baby-friendly health initiatives’. The course involved a series of lectures on 25 April at Al Qassimi Hospital. It was attended by 50 health professionals encompassing doctors, nurses, midwives and dieticians from 10 private and government health facilities.

The program is accredited with the Ministry of Health, and is in collaboration with WHO / UNICEF. Its chief objective is to impart valuable skills and expertise to the staff, thus empowering them to transform their hospitals into baby-friendly institutions. More specifically, this will entail the implementation of 10 steps and 7 points of successful breastfeeding.

Series of workshops to provide eye care professionals and retailers advanced clinical and business strategies to ensure highest standards of patient care

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 26, 2012 – The Academy of Eye Care Excellence™ and the American University of Science and technology (AUST) will host a contact lenses academic training for eye care professionals in the Middle East, April 27-28, at the AUST campus in Beirut, Lebanon.

Conducted by Mr. Helmer Schweizer, Head of Professional Affairs Distributor Franchise, Alcon Vision Care EURMEA and Dr. Tarek Mahmoud, Professional Marketing Manager, Alcon Vision Care ME, the course is designed to provide eye care professionals and eye care retailers advanced clinical and business management strategies to ensure the highest standards of patient care in the region.

New Book Points to Food, Farming as Key to Improving Health, Environment, and Equality Worldwide

Published in collaboration with the Worldwatch Institute, the book will be available for free on Earth Day, Sunday April 22nd. Visit the Barilla think tank website at www.barillacfn.com.

Washington, D.C.----Worldwide, 30 percent of food is wasted, 1 billion people go to bed hungry each night while another 1 billion suffer from health problems related to obesity, and agriculture contributes one third of global greenhouse gas emissions. Meanwhile, young people are increasingly disconnected from how their food is grown, making solutions to the global agricultural system seem even further out of reach.

In response to these problems, the Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition (BCFN) is releasing a report, Eating Planet, highlighting the challenges facing today's food and agricultural system, as well as the myriad benefits that reform could bring. As Earth Day approaches, it is important to appreciate the linkages between technology, culture, and agriculture, and how they can alleviate hunger and poverty. Eating Planet will be downloadable for free on Earth Day, April 22, 2012 from Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition's website (www.barillacfn.com).

Kingdom’s leading health insurer offering job opportunities in 2012

Jeddah April 2012: Bupa Arabia, the Kingdom’s first specialized health insurer, is a participating sponsor of Liqa’at, the National Recruitment Exhibition held at Al Harithy Jeddah National Exhibition and Convention Center 15-19 April 2012. The event, held in association with the Human Resources Development Fund, was opened by His Excellency Adel Fakieh, the Minister of Labor.

“We are a keen supporter of national job fairs such as Liqa’at since they provide a unique opportunity for us to meet and recruit promising young Saudi talents,” said Thamer Al Harthi, Chief HR Officer of Bupa Arabia. “I am pleased to announce that we have now reached a Saudization level of 52% and to further enhance job nationalization within the organization this year we are offering more jobs in various departments. Moreover, Bupa Arabia is an award winning company for the best working environment”.

•    World-class wellness facility combines the best talents, equipment and technologies with unbeatable luxury and personalised services
•    First hospital in the Gulf to offer suites, which include the lavish 557 sq m Royal Suite
•    Hospital will have more than 200 beds, 32 suites and 88 rooms for in-patients across six categories, once fully operational

Abu Dhabi, UAE; April 10, 2012: The first advanced healthcare facility capable of meeting the lifestyle requirements of GCC citizens began operations with the opening of Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi on April 3, 2012. With this, patients from the Gulf states, who previously needed to travel to the West and elsewhere, looking for high quality healthcare, can now get access to such services right here in the region.

The multi-specialty and wellness hospital has combined the best talents, equipment and technologies with unbeatable luxury and personalised services. In fact, Burjeel stands out as the only hospital in the Gulf to offer the comfort and convenience of suites, based on the lifestyle needs of Arab families. It has a total of 32 suites and 88 rooms, with duplex extravagant Royal suites spreading over 557 sq m, rooms and suites across six categories with varying levels of luxury and comfort. Particular attention has also been paid to the comfort of relatives and friends staying with in-patients.