Arcera Life Sciences and Fosun Pharma launch long-term collaboration framework

Strategic framework established for regional and global licensing, frontier technology incubation, and strategic collaboration in neurodegenerative diseases Joint R&D aligned with China-UAE bilateral partnership and Abu Dhabi's Healthcare Life Sciences Vision 2030 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and Shanghai, China, April 28, 2026 – Arcera Life Sciences (“Arcera”), a global life sciences company headquartered in … Continue reading Arcera Life Sciences and Fosun Pharma launch long-term collaboration framework

Dubai’s Medcare Hospital Pioneers SMA Treatment for Adults

The 22-year-old Egyptian patient travelled to Dubai to receive the transformative one-time treatment at Medcare Royal Specialty Hospital for his genetic neuromuscular condition. This marks a significant advancement in gene therapy, as this patient is the second adult SMA patient worldwide to be treated with Novartis' Itvisma as independently verified by the manufacturer Novartis Medcare … Continue reading Dubai’s Medcare Hospital Pioneers SMA Treatment for Adults

First Uniportal Robotic Lobectomy Performed on 37‑Year‑Old Stage One Lung Cancer Patient 

A minimally invasive surgery at Burjeel Medical City removed part of the lung through a single 3 cm incision Performed using the da Vinci Xi system, with all three to four robotic arms operating through the same incision Abu Dhabi, 23 March 2026: Burjeel Medical City has successfully performed the UAE’s first uniportal robotic lobectomy, a … Continue reading First Uniportal Robotic Lobectomy Performed on 37‑Year‑Old Stage One Lung Cancer Patient 

Oral Bacteria May Accelerate Biological Aging, Experts Warn

Oral Health Influence Immunity, Heart Health and How Fast We Age Dental care is not just about appearance; it is central to long-term vitality and resilience. 21 April, 2026; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – Oral health may have far-reaching consequences beyond cavities and gum disease. According to experts at RAK Hospital, growing scientific evidence suggests that … Continue reading Oral Bacteria May Accelerate Biological Aging, Experts Warn

Understanding Obesity: Insights from Community Day 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — April 19, 2026The “Beyond the Scale Community Day 2026” witnessed an impressive turnout of over 960 participants, in a distinguished community-focused event aimed at raising awareness about obesity as a complex disease that requires scientific understanding and collective action, held under the slogan:Together against obesity for a healthier life The … Continue reading Understanding Obesity: Insights from Community Day 2026