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Arabian Business
14-05-2025
- Health
- Arabian Business
Sheikh Hamdan announces leaders for key Dubai agencies
Key appointments have been announced at Dubai government departments including the Health Authority, Lad Department, Municipality and more. Following the approval of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, announced several new appointments in key Government of Dubai entities. Sheikh Hamdan announced the appointment of Dr. Alawi Alsheikh Ali as Director General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), extending his sincere wishes for the latter's success in fulfilling his duties and supporting Dubai's strategic vision for the future of the healthcare sector in the emirate. Dubai Government entity appointments announced He also expressed his appreciation to Awad Seghayer Al Ketbi for his dedication, contributions, and sincere efforts during his tenure to enhance the services of the Dubai Health Authority and the broader healthcare system in the emirate, wishing him continued success. In addition, Sheikh Hamdan confirmed the appointment of Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita as Director General of Dubai Municipality, following his service in an interim capacity. The appointment underscores the municipality's vital role in advancing sustainable development and improving quality of life—key pillars of Dubai's vision to become the world's leading city to live, work, and visit. Furthermore, Sheikh Hamdan announced the appointment of Omar Bushahab as Director General of the Dubai Land Department and Chairman of the Board of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment. Sheikh Hamdan also appointed Mohammed Al Shehhi as Acting CEO of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment. Sheikh Hamdan also named Major General Harib Mohammed Al Shamsi as Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police for Criminal Affairs, and Major General Ahmed Zaal Al Muhairi as Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police for Administrative Affairs.
Emirates 24/7
14-05-2025
- Health
- Emirates 24/7
Hamdan bin Mohammed names new leaders at key Dubai Government entities
New officials appointed at Dubai Health Authority, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Land Department, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment and Dubai Police Following the approval of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, announced several new appointments in key Government of Dubai entities. His Highness announced the appointment of Dr. Alawi Alsheikh Ali as Director General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), extending his sincere wishes for the latter's success in fulfilling his duties and supporting Dubai's strategic vision for the future of the healthcare sector in the emirate. His Highness also expressed his appreciation to Awad Seghayer Al Ketbi for his dedication, contributions, and sincere efforts during his tenure to enhance the services of the Dubai Health Authority and the broader healthcare system in the emirate, wishing him continued success. In addition, His Highness confirmed the appointment of Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita as Director General of Dubai Municipality, following his service in an interim capacity. The appointment underscores the municipality's vital role in advancing sustainable development and improving quality of life—key pillars of Dubai's vision to become the world's leading city to live, work, and visit. Furthermore, His Highness announced the appointment of Omar Bushahab as Director General of the Dubai Land Department and Chairman of the Board of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment. His Highness also appointed Mohammed Al Shehhi as Acting CEO of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment. His Highness also named Major General Harib Mohammed Al Shamsi as Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police for Criminal Affairs, and Major General Ahmed Zaal Al Muhairi as Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police for Administrative Affairs. His Highness extended his best wishes to all newly appointed officials, expressing confidence in their success in their respective roles. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Arab News
12-05-2025
- Health
- Arab News
Dubai nurse fought cancer while leading hospital teams
DUBAI: Even after being diagnosed with breast cancer, nurse and mother Sarah Ilyas did not stop helping others. Originally from Pakistan and currently a chief nursing officer at Aster Hospitals, she worked her way up the ranks from being an intensive care nurse to nursing supervisor at the Dubai Health Authority. However, just as her career was really taking off, and during her son's 14th birthday party in November 2021, Ilyas felt something was wrong. 'I felt this shrill pain in my left breast, then I felt the lump, but since I was so exhausted, tired and burnt out, I just went to sleep,' she recalled. The next day, Ilyas had the lump examined. A biopsy was carried out at the same hospital in which she worked, and she carried on as normal until she received her results. It was bad news. The lump was malignant — a stage three metastatic carcinoma. 'It is one of the most difficult cancers and notorious tumors to get over, it's not simple breast cancer,' she explained. After working on developing an oncology department at the hospital, Ilyas never expected she would one day be a patient benefiting from her own hard work. By December, she had started 'scary' chemotherapy, and was grateful for a strong support system that meant she could carry on working and being around her family. 'My bosses took care of me so well throughout my treatment plan. I was given so much flexibility, and I could work from home if I could not get myself out of bed,' she said. Today, Ilyas has a new outlook on life after working throughout her treatment and beating her illness. She also urges others battling cancer to share their own stories to inspire and help others. 'I didn't even know my daughter's favorite color or what my son likes to eat. I regret not giving my time to them,' she said. 'Let us not shy away from telling our story, words of encouragement can inspire and give hope to others.'
Hi Dubai
12-05-2025
- Health
- Hi Dubai
Emirates Critical Care Conference Opens in Dubai
The 21st Emirates Critical Care Conference opened Friday at Dubai's InterContinental Festival City Hotel, bringing together over 2,000 healthcare professionals from 45 countries in one of the world's largest gatherings dedicated to intensive and critical care medicine. Held in parallel with several key events — including the 2nd World Summit of the World Federation of Intensive and Critical Care and the 20th World Conference of Critical Care Nurses — the three-day conference features 275 expert speakers and 381 lectures across 77 scientific sessions. Conference Chairman Prof. Dr. Hussein Al Rahma highlighted the rapid growth of the event, which began in 2004 with just 300 participants. Today, it stands as the leading critical care conference in the Middle East and North Africa and ranks third globally. He noted its increasing international reach, with 60% of participating associations coming from abroad and plans to raise that to over 90% by 2028. The conference aims to foster collaboration among global leaders in critical care, with discussions covering a wide range of topics including sepsis, mechanical ventilation, fluid management, ARDS, and anaesthesia. A total of 131 scientific research papers will be presented by doctors and residents, contributing to the exchange of advanced clinical practices and research findings. Participants will also benefit from 22.5 CME hours accredited by the Dubai Health Authority, while an accompanying exhibition features 34 companies showcasing the latest innovations in critical care technology. Three memoranda of understanding were signed with international federations, reinforcing global partnerships and Dubai's growing role as a medical innovation hub. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Hi Dubai
09-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Approves New Policies to Boost Healthcare, Education, Family Welfare and Smart Infrastructure
Dubai has rolled out a wide-ranging set of new policies aimed at raising the quality of life for residents, in line with the city's long-term social and economic development agendas. At a meeting of The Executive Council of Dubai held at Emirates Towers, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, key initiatives were approved spanning healthcare, education, family services, and smart infrastructure. The measures align with the goals of the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. 'Dubai puts people at the heart of all its development plans,' Sheikh Hamdan said. 'These policies are part of a broader effort to create a more inclusive, sustainable, and future-ready society.' One of the most significant moves is the approval of a new healthcare plan designed to place Dubai among the top 10 cities worldwide for healthy life expectancy. Led by the Dubai Health Authority, the strategy will see the development of three new hospitals, 33 primary healthcare centres, and multiple specialised facilities by 2033, particularly in newly developed residential areas. The expansion will be delivered through public-private partnerships and supported by incentive packages to attract investment and talent. The plan also involves an in-depth analysis of healthcare demand and supply, improved insurance coverage for mental health and rehabilitation, and expanded scholarships for Emirati medical students. In the education sector, a new policy by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) targets 100% of Emirati students in private schools being enrolled in institutions rated 'Good' or better. The initiative includes tailored educational models, the expansion of the Dubai Distinguished Students Programme, and efforts to increase the number of Emirati teachers while enhancing curriculum quality and parental engagement. To support family cohesion, Dubai will launch a Unified Centre for Family Care, managed by the Community Development Authority. The centre will integrate services such as counselling, child protection, custody support, and social guidance across two locations—Deira and Bur Dubai—enhanced by digital platforms. Dubai also introduced a Smart Buildings Policy aimed at promoting energy-efficient, tech-driven infrastructure. Spearheaded by Dubai Municipality, the policy sets voluntary standards for new developments to reduce power consumption by 25%, water use by 15%, and operational costs by 20%. Features include smart energy and water systems, automated climate control, and real-time monitoring. This initiative supports broader environmental goals under the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030 and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative, while also positioning Dubai as a magnet for sustainable real estate investment. The newly approved measures underscore the emirate's people-centric approach to development and its ongoing commitment to building a resilient and forward-looking urban environment. News Source: Emirates News Agency
