Dubai,UAE- January 2025- The Ministry of Health and Prevention UAE has launched “Biosigns” project, a state-of-the-art system using artificial intelligence to transform smartphones and tablets into comprehensive health monitoring devices, at the Arab Health 2025, the largest gathering of healthcare professionals and industry experts in the Middle East.
The “Biosigns” technology enables smartphone cameras to deliver precise readings of vital signs within seconds, setting new benchmarks for proactive healthcare. Using advanced AI algorithms, the system analyses facial images to detect subtle changes in skin colour and blood flow beneath the skin, converting visual data into accurate measurements of health indicators.
The smart system can measure cholesterol, haemoglobin, and glycated haemoglobin levels, in addition to vital signs like heart rate, blood pressure, and stress levels, according to the ministry. The results are derived using advanced mathematical models, scientifically verified for accuracy.
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Reducing operational costs
The innovative service will be accessible through a smart application compatible with various mobile devices and an electronic platform available via web browsers. It will integrate with approved health applications in the UAE and connect directly to the unified health record.
Compared to traditional devices, the technology minimizes the need for repeated visits to medical laboratories, delivers immediate and globally certified accurate results, reduces operational costs for routine tests, and enhances user experience with a user-friendly interface and continuous vital sign monitoring capabilities.
Promoting preventive health care
HE Abdullah Ahli, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector, stated that the project is a significant addition to the UAE’s health innovation system. It will not only enhance preventive and proactive healthcare, and improve the efficiency and quality of health services, but will also advance the digital health data system, foster innovation in the healthcare sector, and promote customer experiences while raising health awareness.
Processing and analysing data in real time
For her part, Sarah bin Shaheen, Director of the Smart Health Department, stressed that the technology delivers immediate and accurate results based on numerous vital indicators, with real-time data processing and analysis, while adhering to the highest standards of privacy and security,” bin Shaheen added.
Meanwhile, Hamda Al Mazmi, Acting Director of the Information Technology Department, emphasized that the project is built on four main pillars: an integrated digital infrastructure, robust cybersecurity and data protection systems, a connectivity and integration framework with health systems, and a comprehensive big data management and analysis system.
