Abu Dhabi is embarking on a bold new chapter in healthcare and life sciences with the launch of the Health, Endurance, Longevity, and Medicine (HELM) cluster. By 2045, the cluster is forecasted to contribute over $25.5 billion (AED 94 billion) to the emirate’s GDP, attract more than $11 billion (AED 40.4 billion) in investments, and … Continued
In a significant development for diabetes care, Medtronic has announced U.S. FDA approval of its Simplera Sync™ sensor for use with the MiniMed™ 780G system, marking the debut of the world’s only automated insulin delivery system featuring a tubeless, disposable, and fully integrated continuous glucose monitor (CGM). The Simplera Sync sensor is a key innovation … Continued
In a significant move that could make a difference in remote cardiac care, HeartBeam, Inc., a pioneer in medical technology, has announced a strategic collaboration with AccurKardia, an innovator in ECG-based diagnostics. This partnership unites two leaders in ambulatory electrocardiogram (ECG) recording and analysis to create a powerful, patient-centered cardiac monitoring solution. Elevating Accessibility and … Continued
The 2025 edition of Galen Growth’s report, Consumer HealthTech: A Paradigm Shift in Healthcare, presents a comprehensive analysis of how consumer-centric digital health innovations are fundamentally transforming the healthcare landscape. This paradigm shift is driven by the convergence of technological advancement, changing consumer expectations, and the growing burden of chronic diseases. Consumer HealthTech, which encompasses … Continued
The Department of Health (DoH) Abu Dhabi has partnered with Microsoft to launch the world’s first true learning health system. This collaboration, formalized through a new Memorandum of Understanding, signals a transformative shift: moving healthcare from reactive crisis management to predictive, preventive care driven by real-time data and AI insights. At the core of this … Continued
M42, a global health leader powered by artificial intelligence (AI), technology, and genomics, has announced a strategic investment and partnership with longevity biotech leader Juvenescence. The announcement was made during Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW), held from 15 to 17 April at ADNEC, where M42 serves as a Foundational Partner for the second consecutive … Continued
Methinks AI, a leader in artificial intelligence-driven stroke assessment, has been selected as the patient selection software for the Done Symple trial – an ambitious randomized controlled trial (RCT) aimed at simplifying imaging protocols and expanding access to treatment for very late-window stroke patients (24-72 hours). The trial, led by renowned interventional neurologists Dr. Santiago … Continued
Lunit, a global provider of AI-powered solutions for cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, has signed a multi-year partnership with Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), the UAE’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare network. Under the five-year agreement, Lunit’s mammography analysis solution, Lunit INSIGHT MMG, will be rolled out across SEHA’s network of 14 hospitals and more … Continued
Traditional knee replacements, especially in younger and more active patients, often result in implant loosening and eventual failure. This is largely due to the use of surgical cement, which doesn’t hold up well over time. The consequences, painful revision surgeries, slower recovery times, and added healthcare costs, pose a serious challenge for patients and providers … Continued
MedTech Innovator Asia Pacific is making significant strides in transforming the healthcare landscape through its impactful programs designed to accelerate the growth of innovative medtech companies. The organization’s 2024 Impact Report highlights the success of its core initiatives, the APAC Accelerator Program and the Singapore – U.S. Market Access Program, and their substantial contribution to … Continued
