World-Health-Day Press Releases

Frontline Heroes Office: UAE Sets a Leading Global Example to Protect Human Health

Abu Dhabi: The Frontline Heroes Office, on World Health Day, affirmed that the United Arab Emirates has established an advanced global model in developing healthcare systems, driven by the vision of its wise leadership, which has placed human health at the forefront of national priorities. The UAE has invested in innovation, scientific research, and advanced […]

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Frontline Heroes Office: World Doctors’ Day Is a Milestone to Honor Messengers of Humanity and Recognize Their Role in Safeguarding Community Health

Abu Dhabi: The Frontline Heroes Office affirmed its participation in the global celebrations of World Doctors’ Day, observed annually on 30 March, in recognition of the noble humanitarian role played by doctors worldwide and in appreciation of their vital contributions to protecting human health and enhancing quality of life. The Office stated that World Doctors’ […]

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Frontline Heroes Office: Emirati Doctor’s Day Is a National Tribute to a Humanitarian Mission Led by Healthcare Heroes

Abu Dhabi: The Frontline Heroes Office affirmed that the celebration of Emirati Doctor’s Day, observed annually on 11 March, represents a high national tribute to the efforts of Emirati physicians who continue to carry out their noble humanitarian mission with dedication and responsibility, inspired by the guidance of the country’s wise leadership, which has made […]

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Four astronauts depart ISS early due to medical issue

WASHINGTON, 15th January, 2026 (WAM) — NASA started bringing a four-member astronaut crew back to Earth on Wednesday due to a medical issue, marking the first such early return in the history of the International Space Station (ISS). The astronauts undocked from the ISS aboard a Crew Dragon capsule operated by SpaceX, NASA live footage […]

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Crew medical issue prompts early ISS command transfer

WASHINGTON, 13th January, 2026 (WAM) — Command aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has shifted ahead of the early return of four crew members due to a medical issue. US astronaut Michael Fincke handed over command aboard the ISS to Russian cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov on Monday. The return of the four astronauts is scheduled to […]

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NASA postpones spacewalk due to ‘medical concern’

WASHINGTON, 8th January, 2026 (WAM) — NASA has postponed a spacewalk due to a “medical concern with a crew member” on the International Space Station. The agency announced the medical concern on Wednesday afternoon. It said the situation was stable, but it did not say who was experiencing the issue. “Due to medical privacy, it […]

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UAE field hospital continues to provide medical, humanitarian services in Gaza

GAZA, 2nd January, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE field hospital in the Gaza Strip continues its medical and humanitarian services as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, supporting the health system and reinforcing its capacity to address current humanitarian challenges. The hospital continues to receive patients and deliver comprehensive healthcare services, including examinations, treatments and […]

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PureHealth introduces pilot phase of ‘Nada’ AI-based tool to assist doctors in documenting medical notes

ABU DHABI, 29th December, 2025 (WAM) — PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has announced the launch of the pilot phase of “Nada”, an AI-powered service that functions as a secure digital assistant, supporting physicians by capturing and organising clinical notes from medical conversations in real time. The pilot has been rolled […]

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Thirty tonnes of medical supplements reach Gaza under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3

GAZA, 27th December, 2025 (WAM) — A humanitarian aid convoy provided by the Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Foundation for Charity and Humanitarian Work entered the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, carrying a shipment of therapeutic and preventive supplies designated for children and women. The shipment arrived earlier in the city of Al […]

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ADAFSA issues resolution to regulate veterinary medical practices, prohibit activity without permit

ABU DHABI, 20th December, 2025 (WAM) — In line with its ongoing efforts to improve the quality of veterinary services and strengthen the biosecurity system, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has issued a resolution regulating veterinary medical practices in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The resolution aims to ensure animal health […]

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UAE Government issues Federal Decree-Law regulating industrial, medical uses of industrial hemp

DUBAI, 18th December, 2025 (WAM) — The UAE Government has issued a Federal Decree-Law regulating industrial and medical uses of industrial hemp, establishing a new economic sector and paving the way for a promising market aligned with international best practices to support sustainable economic development, enabling its use in several industries including: textiles, construction and […]