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The National
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Weekly UAE museum and gallery guide: Art at The Dubai Balloon and a play inspired by Thousand and One Nights
This week's events and exhibitions are inspired by the holy month, thematically reflecting on the traditions and spirit of Ramadan. From an exhibition in Sharjah dedicated to the history of calligraphy to a curated programme at Alserkal Avenue that includes workshops, music and a theatrical interpretation of The Thousand and One Nights, there is much to admire. Here is what to look out for this weekend. Eternal Letters: Qur'an Manuscripts from the Abdul Rahman Al Owais Collection is an exhibition that focuses on the history and religious significance of Arabic calligraphy. The exhibition presents 81 Quranic manuscripts that have never been shown to the public before. The manuscripts come from across the Islamic world and exhibit the breadth of calligraphic styles that emerged from China, Turkey, Iran, and the Mediterranean, among other places. The works cover more than a millennia of Islamic history and are part of the private collection of Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, the UAE Minister of Health and Prevention. The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilisation is also holding a Ramadan-themed programme between Thursday and Sunday. Ramadan Lamma includes workshops on drawing lanterns with acrylic, illuminating letters with gold leaf as well as making prayer beads. Until May 25; Saturday to Thursday; 9am to 2pm, 9pm to 11pm; Sharjah Echoes of the Crescent is an art exhibition in an unconventional but beautiful setting. Taking place until March 30 at The Dubai Balloon, the exhibition features works by three artists living in the UAE: Haneen Al Rifai, Maria Munteanu and Sana Maarrawi. The installations and paintings that are exhibited reflect on motifs of Arabic traditions, from calligraphy, falconry and chivalry to the hospitality that the culture is renowned for. The exhibition is accessible through the purchase of a ticket to The Dubai Balloon, which starts at Dh175 for adults and Dh75 for children. Until March 30; Monday to Sunday; 6-11am, 6pm to 12pm; Dubai Thousand and One Nights is one of history's most influential literary works, having inspired everyone from Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Naguib Mahfouz to Waciny Laredj. The timeless tales told by Scheherazade to the ruler Shahryar are well known not only in the Middle East, but around the world. Its stories have inspired films, television shows as well as songs. A play based on the story will now being shown at Dubai's The Junction. The production is an original script written and directed by Rasika Agashe, an Indian actress known for films and series including Pet Puraan and Three of Us. Tickets are set at Dh120 per person. The play comes as part of a Ramadan programme at Alserkal Avenue entitled Interrupting Patterns. The programme takes place over two weekends, on Saturday and Sunday, then again on March 15 and 16. It includes storytelling events for children as well as workshops in tatreez and comic book illustration. Saturday and Sunday, 8.30pm, The Junction, Dubai
Khaleej Times
28-02-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai receives accreditation from the Australian Council in Healthcare Standards International
Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai today announced that it has been awarded 'Center of Excellence' accreditation in ophthalmology by the Australian Council in Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI), becoming the first eye health facility in the region to achieve this prestigious achievement. The announcement ceremony organised by the hospital marking this occasion was attended by Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, and Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority, as well as an elite group of officials in the health sector in Dubai, along with representatives of the Executive Board from Moorfields London and Dubai, and senior doctors and specialists in ophthalmology, where the importance of this accreditation in enhancing the quality of health care and consolidating Dubai's position as a global destination for medical excellence was highlighted. This achievement reflects the hospital's commitment to providing high-quality medical services in line with the best international standards, as Moorfields Dubai is the first branch of the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital outside the United Kingdom and is under the management of the National Health Foundation (NHS), which enhances its reputation as one of the most prominent ophthalmology centers in the world. According to the Commonwealth Fund's annual report for 2024, the Australian health care system ranks first among the ten high-income countries, as Australian health care excelled in several areas, and ranked first in health outcomes, distinguished by its administrative efficiency. Abdulrahman bin Mohamed Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, stressed that the prestigious accreditation granted for Moorfields Eye Hospital, making it the region's first Centre of Excellence in Ophthalmology, is indeed a significant milestone for the health sector, further strengthening the competitive efficiency of healthcare facilities in the UAE. This recognition not only reinforces the competitive strength of our medical entities but also reaffirms global confidence in the quality and excellence of healthcare services in the country. He stressed that the UAE is committed to adopting proactive strategies and continuously improving healthcare standards in line with the goals of the Year of Community, which seeks to promote health sustainability and enhance well-being across the country. Al Owais commended the efficiency of Dubai's healthcare system and the dedicated efforts of the Dubai Health Authority and Dubai Health, adding that the UAE will continue to develop and upgrade state-of-the-art health and preventive services to ensure that the country's healthcare sector continues its upward trajectory, securing leading positions in global healthcare competitiveness. Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, director general of the Dubai Health Authority, praised this achievement, which represents a qualitative addition to the health sector in the emirate, and confirms its advanced position in providing health care services in accordance with the highest international standards, noting that accreditation from the Australian Council in Healthcare Standards International reflects the hospital's commitment to applying the highest standards of quality and safety, and confirms the supportive environment that Dubai provides to leading health institutions, which enables them to achieve advanced levels of medical excellence. He explained that this achievement reflects Dubai's strategic approach to enhancing the quality of health services. It also reflects the continuous efforts made by the Dubai Health Authority to ensure the provision of specialized medical services at international standards, indicating the Authority's keenness to support and enable health facilities to achieve such achievements that are in line with the emirate's future vision of being a global center for medical excellence, and an ideal choice for specialized health care. Elhadi Hassan, managing director of Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, said: "Obtaining the 'Centre of Excellence Certificate' is a prestigious recognition of our specialised services, and of the exceptional experience and achievements of our team. It also confirms our continued commitment to providing our best in everything we do, from patient care to our endeavors in the field of teaching and research, with a focus on a healthcare approach centered around person centred care. We could not have achieved this without the support of the Dubai Government and our regulators." He explained that this accreditation from a prestigious international body came after years of diligent work to accomplish this mission. He praised the support of the Dubai Government, represented by the Dubai Health Authority and the Dubai Health, in reaching this achievement from the Australian Council for Healthcare Standards International, which is one of the largest global accreditors of hospitals and health facilities, as it has more than fifty years of experience in developing quality and safety standards in health care. He also stressed that this accreditation represents an official certificate of Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai's compliance with quality and safety standards and the application of international best practices in the field of ophthalmology.
Bahrain News Gazette
29-01-2025
- Health
- Bahrain News Gazette
Health Minister Holds Talks with Arab Counterparts to Enhance Health Cooperation
Manama: On the sidelines of the Ministry of Health's participation in Arab Health 2025 in the UAE: Dr. Jaleela bint Al Sayed Jawad Hasan, Minister of Health, met Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, UAE Minister of Health and Prevention. She highlighted the strong ties between Bahrain and the UAE and emphasized the importance of strategic cooperation to enhance healthcare services and achieve shared goals. According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Hasan noted that Arab Health 2025 marks 50 years of excellence, supporting expertise exchange, investment, and showcasing advanced medical technologies. She also held meetings with Mansour bin Ibrahim Al Mahmoud, Qatar's Minister of Public Health; Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Egypt's Minister of Health and Population; and Suleiman Al Dakhil, Director Manager of the Gulf Health Council. They discussed mutual health sector priorities and opportunities for collaboration.
