Health Policy & Regulation, Lead

UAE pharmaceutical sector stable and strategic medicine stockpile secure, Emirates Drug Establishment confirms

UAEโ€™s pharmaceutical sector remains stable with a secure strategic stockpile, ensuring uninterrupted availability of essential medicines. The Emirates Drug Establishment... Read more.
Public Health, Lead

Chile becomes first country in the Americas verified by WHO for eliminating Leprosy

Chile becomes the first country in the Americas officially verified by WHO for eliminating leprosy. This landmark public health achievement highlights effective... Read more.
Mental Health, Lead

Abu Dhabi Launches 24/7 Mental Health Hotline to Support Community Wellbeing

Abu Dhabiโ€™s Department of Health has launched the 24/7 800-SAKINA mental health hotline in partnership with SEHA, providing round-the-clock psychological support... Read more.
Humanitarian Aid & Medical Crises, Lead

Amnesty International urges civilian protection as Middle East conflict widens

Amnesty International has called for urgent civilian protection as hostilities escalate across the Middle East, urging all parties to comply with international humanitarian... Read more.
Public Health, Lead

Oman orders precautionary recall of select Danone batches over Cereulide concerns

Omanโ€™s Ministry of Health has announced a precautionary recall of select Danone batches following updated scientific guidance on Cereulide, reinforcing its commitment... Read more.
Health Policy & Regulation, Lead

World Health Organization Advances Sustainable Oral Health Care with New Dental Caries Guideline

The World Health Organization has released a new global guideline promoting sustainable, mercury-free and minimally invasive approaches to preventing and managing... Read more.
Mental Health, Lead

Family Care Authority Highlights the Importance of Families in Supporting Teen Mental Wellbeing

On World Teen Mental Wellness Day, H.E. Salama Al Ameemi, Director General of the Family Care Authority, emphasized the role of families in supporting adolescent... Read more.
WHO releases US$800,000
Humanitarian Aid & Medical Crises, Lead

WHO warns of deepening health crisis amid escalating Middle East hostilities

World Health Organization warns of a deepening health crisis in the Middle East, as escalating hostilities threaten fragile health systems and disrupt essential... Read more.
Humanitarian Aid & Medical Crises, Lead

IFRC expresses deep concern over escalation in Middle East, mobilizes regional response

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has expressed deep concern over escalating hostilities in the Middle East, activating its regional... Read more.
Mental Health, Lead

DoH Abu Dhabi activates 24/7 mental health support hotline in collaboration with Sakina

Department of Health โ€“ Abu Dhabi has activated a 24/7 mental health support hotline in collaboration with Sakina, providing direct access to qualified professionals... Read more.