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Proud Milestone in Saudi Public Health Surveillance Since 2015, we at SharikHealth have strategically envisioned and developed the most advanced public health surveillance systems in Saudi Arabia. Today, we are thrilled to share that this vision has led to significant achievements on the global and national stages. We are honored to be recognized for creating The World's Most Promising Survey-Based Health Surveillance System, an initiative that has transformed how health data is collected and utilized for decision-making. You can learn more about this groundbreaking system here: https://lnkd.in/d_fF_isU Adding to this success, we are proud to announce the publication of the largest public health study on obesity in Saudi Arabia, with an unprecedented number of participants. This milestone marks a crucial step forward in addressing key health challenges. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dye4JbjD Yet, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of public health research and making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the nation. Nora A. Althumiri #PublicHealth #SurveillanceSystems #SaudiArabia #HealthcareInnovation #ResearchExcellence

Wow, what a mind blowing first day at Arab Health! 🤯  There is just so much to see, people to meet and information to absorb. As a newbie to this mega event, there’s also personal PKB pride seeing Mohammad Al-Ubaydli on stage and hosting panels with influential minds across the region. This afternoon’s session he moderated solidified so many reasons why we do what we do at PKB. A few takeaways: - Patient engagement isn't a nice-to-have, it's an underutilised MUST-have. Sheikh Khalid Al Khalifa really hammered this home, comparing it to the foundational importance of building hospitals.  - We need to build trust in data sharing. It requires clearly defined patient rights, responsibilities and security protocols for sharing. Success will rely on education. - Giving patients the control to carry their record is the route to cross border healthcare. It can enable patients to access specialist services, while still maintaining authority and security in a home market.  Private public collaboration is key to a dynamic system which can evolve. It was great to hear Dr. Sanji de Sylva cite examples already happening in the UAE. Thank you Mohammad Al-Ubaydli, Khalid Al Khalifa, Dr. Khulood Alsayegh, David Watts, Dr. Sanji de Sylva. It’s refreshing to take time out of the day to day to get a view on the global big picture.  Looking forward to day two! #ArabHealth25 #PersonalHealthRecord #DataSharing

The #PHSSR 3rd Summit was a significant event held during Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week, bringing together health system policymakers, experts, and stakeholders worldwide to discuss and enhance global health systems. Key highlights include: 1 - Opening addresses by @AstraZeneca's Chair Michel Demaré and prominent health leaders from Abu Dhabi, Egypt, and Greece. 2 - Launch of the Abu Dhabi PHSSR report with essential policy recommendations on non-communicable diseases and the climate-health nexus. 3 - Signing of an MoU between the London School of Economics and Africa CDC to promote regional health system collaboration. Check out the wrap-up video to learn more about our collective efforts to build resilient health systems. #ADGHW #HealthSystems #GlobalHealth

The #PHSSR 3rd Summit was a significant event held during Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week, bringing together health system policymakers, experts, and stakeholders worldwide to discuss and enhance global health systems. Key highlights include: 1 - Opening addresses by @AstraZeneca's Chair Michel Demaré and prominent health leaders from Abu Dhabi, Egypt, and Greece. 2 - Launch of the Abu Dhabi PHSSR report with essential policy recommendations on non-communicable diseases and the climate-health nexus. 3 - Signing of an MoU between the London School of Economics and Africa CDC to promote regional health system collaboration. Check out the wrap-up video to learn more about our collective efforts to build resilient health systems. #ADGHW #HealthSystems #GlobalHealth

I am sharing a very dear project to my heart ; an essential document highlighting the early UAE response during the COVID-19 pandemic. Why Important? It encapsulates contributions from various UAE officials, offering a comprehensive national-level perspective. Why Presenting UAE Experience? UAE's commitment to safeguarding its populace makes it a vital reference for other nations. This document serves as a crucial reference for other countries, providing insights into the effectiveness of measures adopted by the UAE during the pandemic. It delineates which strategies are successful and which are not, including considerations of cost-effectiveness. While cost information may not be explicitly provided, the document illustrates the importance of swift responses in mitigating adverse outcomes and reducing burdens. Page 10 particularly highlights this aspect eloquently. Why Documenting Responses? With pandemic threats persisting, comprehensive documentation becomes imperative. Such records serve as invaluable references for future emergencies, enhancing global preparedness. We must ensure more accessible sources like this document are available on national and international platforms, including the World Health Organization. ** Lastly, heartfelt gratitude to my team during my tenure at ADPHC for their patience and persistence in bringing this work to fruition Shahad Al Shamlan Hanan Al-Mutairi , Ahlam Al Maskari , special thanks to Dr. Farida Al Hosani for initiating this initiative, Marília Silva Paulo for her authorship, and the IPH UAEU for their support. #PublicHealth #COVID19Response #UAEHealthcare #GlobalHealthcare #Collaboration #KnowledgeSharing

Nations having their own health commodities, such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and diagnostic tools, is crucial for building self-reliance and resilience in healthcare. This autonomy safeguards access to critical resources and allows countries to tailor their healthcare systems to local needs and unique health challenges. The opportunity to leapfrog into more mature healthcare standards and practices is equally transformative. Developing nations can bypass intermediate stages of healthcare evolution by adopting advanced technologies enabling rapid modernisation without the burden of legacy infrastructure. Moreover, this leap can enhance healthcare equity and accessibility, improving outcomes in underserved areas and reducing health disparities. Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2025 will explore the transformation from healthcare to health and how nations can build robust, independent ecosystems to secure better health for their populations and become competitive players in the global healthcare landscape. Join the narrative - www.adghw.com Exhibit | Sponsor | Visit | Engage

ABSTRACT DEADLINE EXTENDED to 14 August! Due to numerous requests, the abstract submission deadline for the EMT Global Meeting has been extended. Don't miss this final opportunity to submit your abstract and present on a global stage. Share evidence-based best practices, present experiences, and showcase your research for improving surge systems and capacities to rapidly and effectively respond to health emergencies.   Abstract submission (and further information) can be found via this link - bit.ly/EMTabstract24. Submissions close: 14 August 2024   WADEM is supporting abstract management for this meeting.  Accepted abstracts will be published as a special online supplement in Prehospital and Disaster Medicine on Cambridge Core. Strategic Partner: Department of Health Abu Dhabi Supported By: Ministry of Health and Prevention - UAE #EMTeams #EMTGM2024 #WADEM #WHO #AbuDhabi #DisasterPreparedness #GlobalHealthcare #EmergencyResponse #PublicHealth #DisasterRelief #EmergencyCoordination #EMTStandards #EmergencyOperations

Last Day at Arab Health 2025! It’s been an incredible three days at Arab Health 2025, and today is your last chance to visit us! If you haven’t stopped by yet, make sure to visit Booth H7 B09 and meet our experts. We’re here to share the latest regulatory updates in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the UAE and answer any questions you may have. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the ever-evolving regulatory landscape! See you there! #ArabHealth2025 #RegulatoryAffairs #HealthcareInnovation

Burjeel Holdings is pleased to collaborate with the Department of Health in unveiling ‘Guidelines for the Management of Transfusion-Dependent β-Thalassaemia (TDT)’, published by the Thalassaemia International Federation, the prime resource of evidence-based recommendations used for thalassemia management by practitioners worldwide. The global launch of the guidelines took place during Arab Health, in the presence of the Thalassaemia International Federation leadership and Editors Prof. Khaled Musallam, MD, PhD and Prof. Ali Taher, MD, PhD, FRCP. #BurjeelHoldings Thalassaemia International Federation (TIF) , Department of Health Abu Dhabi  #ArabHealth #Thalassemia #MedicalGuidelines

🌍 Advancing Population Health & Value-Based Healthcare in Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 I had the pleasure of attending this incredible conference, which brought together leaders and innovators to shape the future of healthcare. Key takeaways: ✅ Collaboration is key to improving population health. ✅ Technology and data are transforming decision-making. ✅ Patient-centered care drives better outcomes. With gratitude to the organizers and participants for such insightful discussions. Excited to see how these ideas drive progress toward Vision 2030! #PopulationHealth #ValueBasedCare #HealthcareInnovation #Vision2030 #SaudiArabia