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Al Etihad
13-05-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi leads global dialogue on preventive health as IUHPE kicks off
13 May 2025 22:13 KHALED AL KHAWALDEH (ABU DHABI)Abu Dhabi becomes the epicentre of a global movement to shift health systems' focus to preventive care as the 25th International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) World Conference on Health Promotion kicked off at ADNEC on in its 25th edition, the conference's Abu Dhabi edition this year marks the first time the prestigious event is being held in the Middle on the sidelines of the conference, Dr. Omniyat Mohammed Al-Hajeri, Executive Director of Community Health at Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), said the conference was a golden opportunity to share the emirate's vision for empowering communities to take control of their health."We are proud to host this landmark event, bringing together over 2,000 experts from the WHO, the International Federation for Health Promotion and Education, and many other global institutions," Dr. Al-Hajeri told Aletihad on Tuesday."Our mission here is clear-to shift the focus from treating illness to preventing it by enabling individuals and communities to live healthier, longer lives."Dr. Al-Hajeri highlighted the need for health promotion strategies that are personalised and culturally inclusive, particularly in a diverse society like Abu Dhabi, home to more than 200 nationalities."What we are doing here is learning from the world and sharing our own experiences to find the best ways to reach different communities and age groups in a way that resonates with their lives," she said. Gamifying Exercise Among the innovations unveiled at the conference was 'City Move', a digital application designed to motivate families, friends, and co-workers to get physically active. By gamifying movement with puzzles, challenges, and rewards like redeemable vouchers, the platform aims to make health promotion engaging and accessible – rewarding families for walking Dr. Al-Hajeri announced the launch of Active Abu Dhabi, a government-wide health promotion platform that she said would unite public and private sector initiatives. She said the platform focuses on promoting four key pillars: sleep health, healthy eating, physical activity, and mental wellbeing, as the cornerstones for healthier Al-Hajeri also highlighted Abu Dhabi's use of data and artificial intelligence to identify health risks and design targeted interventions. One such project is the Sahatna Interactive Public Health Platform, which uses AI to map health outcomes across the emirate."This platform allows us to link health outcomes to environmental factors, like proximity to fast-food outlets or access to parks and gyms," she said."It not only shows us where the problems are but also uses AI to suggest future interventions to improve community health." Holistic Health Held over three days at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the conference provides grounds for the showcase of several local and international initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes. Dr. Al-Hajeri praised the work of startups and academic institutions present at the conference, including platforms promoting mental health, nutrition labelling, and early childhood these is Sakina, a local mental health clinic tackling digital addiction among both children and adults. The UAE University's Institute of Public Health also featured prominently, sharing its latest research and collaborative projects with the ADPHC."What stands out is the excitement and engagement from our international partners," Dr. Al-Hajeri said. "We are proud to see our local innovations, like the Sahatna platform and mental well-being initiatives, gaining global recognition."
Al Etihad
13-05-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion opens in Abu Dhabi
13 May 2025 12:03 ABU DHABI (WAM)The 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion began on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi under the theme 'Settings for Planetary Health and Wellbeing.'Co-hosted by the International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), the conference will spotlight major global health four-day event will focus on real-world strategies to address global health threats, from non-communicable diseases and mental health to climate change and emergency a series of keynote speeches, high-level panels, workshops, and networking forums, the conference will bridge the gap between research and practice, offering fresh solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing communities event convenes more than 2,000 global leaders, including international experts, policymakers, decision-makers, and specialists in public health and health education from around the opening ceremony featured welcoming remarks from representatives of the organising bodies and participating international organisations. Speakers underscored the significance of this global gathering in facilitating knowledge exchange and enhancing international cooperation to address escalating health challenges.
Zawya
07-05-2025
- Health
- Zawya
25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion to be held in Middle East for first time in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi is set to host the 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion from May 13–16 2025, marking the first time the global gathering will be held in the Middle East. Co-hosted by the International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), the conference will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). It will convene more than 2,000 global leaders, including health professionals, researchers, educators, policymakers, and community advocates from across the world. Themed Settings for Planetary Health and Wellbeing, the four-day event will focus on real-world strategies to address global health threats, from non-communicable diseases and mental health to climate change and emergency preparedness. Through a series of keynote speeches, high-level panels, workshops, and networking forums, the conference will bridge the gap between research and practice, offering fresh solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing communities worldwide. His Excellency Dr Rashed Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, said: 'This milestone event reflects Abu Dhabi's commitment to advancing global health and sustainability. It underscores our transition from healthcare to health, placing prevention, innovation, and planetary well-being at the heart of our vision.' Sione Tu'itahi, IUHPE President, said: 'As humanity faces converging global health and planetary challenges, it's deeply symbolic and necessary that we gather for the first time in the MENA region, the cradle of civilisation, to shape collective solutions.' Now in its 74th year, the IUHPE World Conference is recognised as the world's leading platform for advancing health promotion and education. The decision to bring the event to Abu Dhabi highlights the emirate's growing leadership in public health, research, and policy innovation. The conference will cover a broad spectrum of issues including health literate settings like schools, workplaces, cities, in addition to global diplomacy and emergency preparedness, digital health transformation, and health and well-being promoting policies, and finally health equity and its determinants and precision health promotion. The call for abstracts received a global response, with submissions from countries including the UAE, India, Australia, Ghana, Taiwan, Canada, Morocco, the United Kingdom, Uganda, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, France, the United States, Zambia, Brazil, and Switzerland. With the IUHPE 2025 conference, Abu Dhabi strengthens its positioning as a global centre for health policy, knowledge exchange, and systems innovation. Attendees will not only experience cutting-edge dialogue, but also the emirate's rich cultural heritage and commitment to public health and sustainability.
