Healthcare operator flags Abu Dhabi revenue challenges
Mediclinic says patient volumes and operating performance continue to be below expectations in UAE capital Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
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UAE pharma giant eyes positive 2017 despite 'uncertain' times
Julphar chief says business this year will be driven by ‘solid growth’ of healthcare industry in GCC Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
UAE eyes $1.5bn slice of global IVF market by 2020
Middle East IVF market forecast to be worth $1.01bn in 2017, registering a growth of 11.8% Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Bill Gates praises Abu Dhabi Crown Prince for his polio eradication work
Philanthropist says Middle East youth will surprise people with positive results Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Dubai says to roll out electronic medical records system this year
Dubai Health Authority set to launch project in 3 phases; aims to improve patients’ access to records Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Saudi slowdown hits net profits of European healthcare giant
Smith & Nephew, Europe’s biggest artificial hip and knee maker, says 2016 performance impacted by tough conditions in Gulf kingdom Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Emirates says in-flight medical emergency can cost up to $600k
Dubai-based airline delivers 23,000 hours of training to staff in 2016 as it handles more than 60 health-related diversions Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
UAE approves new visa scheme to lure top foreign execs
Cabinet backs integrated entry visa scheme, with first phase targeting professionals in tourism, health and education sectors Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Dubai Health Authority set to launch blood donor smart app
Phone app is due to launch by the end of April; will help streamline blood donation system in emirate Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
WHO hails UAE's efforts to eradicate polio in Pakistan
World Health Organisation says UAE’s role ‘cannot be underestimated’ as Pakistan cases start to decrease Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)