The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) have reaffirmed the United Arab Emirates’ preparedness to respond to any health developments or emerging infectious disease threats, including Ebola.
Officials stressed that the country’s national surveillance and response system is continuously evaluated and updated in line with international standards and best practices to ensure effective public health readiness.
The discussions were held during a meeting chaired by Minister of Health and Prevention Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh under the supervision of NCEMA, with relevant government entities and strategic partners in attendance.
The meeting reviewed the latest updates on Ebola, as well as the UAE’s national health surveillance and response frameworks, existing precautionary measures, and coordination mechanisms at the local, national, and international levels.
NCEMA and MoHAP reiterated that precautionary monitoring measures remain in place as part of the UAE’s proactive approach to strengthening health preparedness and communicable disease response systems. They also emphasized that healthcare facilities and medical teams are fully prepared to respond efficiently to any emerging situations.
Authorities likewise urged the public to rely only on official sources for information and avoid the spread of unverified reports, reiterating the UAE’s commitment to safeguarding public health and strengthening community awareness.
