The United Arab Emirates Health Council has tackled various national health initiatives and projects to achieve the country’s national health goals.
Chaired by Abdulrahman bin Mohamed Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, present during the discussion were Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, Awad Saghir Al Ketbi Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority, and Dr Abdul Aziz Al Muhairi, Director of the Sharjah Health Authority, as well as representatives from public and private health entities.
During the meeting, several major projects were discussed to help achieve the country’s strategic objective of developing a more advanced healthcare system.
Al Owais reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to establishing a comprehensive and integrated healthcare system that prioritizes preventative and curative measures, achieved by implementing innovative policies and legislation and the management of public health programs that rely on digital data and specialized competencies.
The Health Council has responsibilities such as addressing common challenges in the healthcare sector and works collaboratively with relevant authorities to implement appropriate measures.
Moreover, it studies proposed laws, regulations, and guidelines related to the healthcare industry, provides feedback and recommendations to the appropriate authorities, and promotes scientific research and studies.
