AGP Executive Report

UAE Humanitarian Aid: The UAE has announced a $30 million emergency response to support civilians in Sudan’s El Obeid, targeting food security, healthcare, safe drinking water and shelter, with aid delivered via the UAE Aid Agency and a call for protection of civilians and unhindered humanitarian access. UAE Healthcare Tech: Heidi, an Australian AI healthcare platform, has launched in the UAE with a Dubai base and a partnership with Nabta women’s health clinic, aiming to cut clinician admin load and support care with an AI scribe and research support, including UAE-hosted data for sovereignty needs. UAE Medical Care (Urology): NMC Royal Hospital in Mohammed Bin Zayed City reports success in advanced reconstructive surgery for a 30-year-old patient with long-term urinary complications linked to childhood hypospadias, restoring normal urinary function. Public Health & Safety (Road): An Emirati 7-year-old died in a Tunisia hit-and-run while walking to a grocery, with the family awaiting repatriation and funeral arrangements. Digital Health & Research: Abu Dhabi and MIT Koch Institute are highlighted for an AI-powered cancer research push, reinforcing the UAE’s growing focus on genomics, AI and healthcare investment. Child Safety (UAE): UAE child online safety rules and supervised accounts are in the news, reflecting tighter protections for minors online.

Food Security Policy: UAE’s MOCCAE and the UN FAO launched a “Legislations of the Future” workshop to modernise agriculture and food-safety rules, aiming to remove barriers to agritech, livestock development, water efficiency and sustainable supply chains. Workplace Heat Support: Abu Dhabi Police rolled out its “Cool Down” summer initiative in Al Dhafra, distributing cold water, light snacks and fruit to outdoor workers while also pushing road-safety awareness. Education for Wellbeing: Dubai’s KHDA launched “Skills for Life” to build lifelong learning skills across ages, aligning with Education 33 and the Year of the Family. Migrant Health & Rights: A Hyderabad woman in Oman says harsh conditions left her in poor health; an Indian embassy request seeks repatriation and medical care. Public Health Research: Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health and MIT Koch Institute announced an AI cancer research partnership, including work aimed at improving care outcomes. Child Safety Online: UAE introduced supervised kid accounts across MENA under new child-safety controls, reinforcing digital citizenship protections.

UAE Education & Youth Skills: Dubai launches “Skills for Life” for the 2026-27 school year, aiming to build healthy lifestyles, nutrition, mental resilience, financial literacy, social skills and digital readiness. Road Safety in Dubai: Dubai Police warned motorists after a Jebel Ali Road crash involving a bus stopped due to a technical fault; 25 people were injured and authorities stressed not stopping in the middle of the road. Healthcare Access & Women’s Health: A UAE-focused piece highlights why endometriosis remains undiagnosed among women, pointing to stigma and overlapping symptoms. Cancer Research in Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi and MIT Koch Institute announce an AI-driven cancer research partnership, including a clinical trial aimed at Alzheimer’s prevention. Digital Health & Compliance: Advintek receives UAE FTA approval as an accredited service provider for e-invoicing compliance ahead of the January 2027 mandate. Community Policing: Abu Dhabi Police holds the first “We Are All Police” forum in Al Ain to boost public awareness and crime prevention.

Military Medicine & Congress: UAE’s Ministry of Defence and EDGE Group have partnered for the World Congress on Military Medicine – Abu Dhabi 2026, signalling a push to strengthen global military healthcare collaboration. Cancer Research Boost: Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and MIT’s Koch Institute announced new AI-driven cancer research partnerships to speed translation from lab to patient care. Life Sciences Expansion: DoH–Abu Dhabi’s US mission secured 22 partnerships across genomics, AI, advanced therapeutics and precision medicine, aiming to accelerate population-level impact. Healthy Ageing Focus: Dubai doctors highlight “biological age” and how lifestyle can make your body age faster than your years—tying into the emirate’s longevity push. Women’s Health: UAE experts warn that endometriosis remains underdiagnosed, with long delays still common and symptoms often mistaken for other conditions. Child Online Safety: UAE moves to regulate children’s social media access and sets a minimum age of 15 for personal accounts, backed by Digital Citizenship Education. Heat & Safety: MoHRE reminded employers to protect outdoor workers with cold water, shade and cooling measures to prevent heat stress and illness. Eye Health in Summer: Ophthalmologists in Abu Dhabi link extreme heat, low humidity and screen time to rising dry eye cases, urging medical advice for persistent symptoms. Sports Medicine Angle: UFC Abu Dhabi adds Santiago Ponzinibbio vs Sam Patterson to the July 25 card at Etihad Arena. Road Safety: Dubai Police reported 25 injuries after a multi-vehicle crash on Jebel Ali Road, stressing the danger of stopping in the middle of roads.

UAE Health & Wellness Tech: ELYS Life is set for a private Dubai launch at Wellth by Medcare, pitching an AI “longevity mentor” focused on sleep, stress, recovery and personalised daily guidance. Local Health Care & Cancer: A 10-year-old Emirati girl is recovering after a four-hour comprehensive surgery for stage 1 aggressive papillary thyroid cancer at Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi, with doctors stressing the importance of long-term surveillance and noting no permanent complications so far. Public Health in the Heat: Dubai’s Al Freej Fridge returns for a third year with 2 million bottles of cold water, juices and ice creams for workers across the emirate until Sept 3, aiming to reduce dehydration and heat stress. Child Safety: Dubai Police warned parents against a viral trend of heating slime and squishy toys in microwaves, saying it can cause burns and injuries. Health Research & Innovation: Abu Dhabi Biobank is partnering with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute to establish what’s described as the Middle East’s first eye bank in Abu Dhabi. Health Policy/Access: UAE screens 5,500 couples before marriage, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve pre-marital health checks.

Cancer Research Boost: Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health and MIT’s Koch Institute announced AI-enabled oncology research and translational science collaborations, with Future Health joining MIT’s BioConvergence Cancer Alliance to speed discovery into patient impact. Rare Childhood Cancer Care: Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi reported a 10-year-old Emirati girl recovering after a complex four-hour surgery for Stage 1 aggressive papillary thyroid cancer, with careful lymph node removal while preserving voice and calcium stability. Alzheimer’s Prevention Trial: M42 and Abu Dhabi Biobank-linked efforts continue to push genomics-driven clinical trials aimed at preventing Alzheimer’s, adding to the emirate’s growing precision-medicine push. Osteoporosis Drug Move: Europe’s approval of CinnaGen’s teriparatide biosimilar (Zandoriah®) signals a new phase for access to osteoporosis treatment, with potential follow-through for GCC registration. Healthcare Sector Stability: Bank of Baroda agreed to a $600m out-of-court settlement tied to the NMC Health insolvency, ending long-running cross-border litigation. Public Health & Prevention: Sharjah Police launched an anti-drug awareness platform with interactive activities for children and youth, focusing on prevention and safer choices.

UAE Health & Safety Policy: The UAE has launched a month-long public consultation on proposed rules for transplanting animal and manufactured organs and tissues into humans, aiming to set safety, ethics and infection-control standards for xenotransplantation. Digital Child Protection: UAE authorities also pushed stronger safeguards for children online, including rules around age verification and renewed warnings to parents about drug networks targeting youth through the internet. Clinical Innovation in Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Biobank and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute are partnering to establish the Middle East’s first eye bank in Abu Dhabi, supporting safer eye tissue donation and research. Healthcare Access & Care: Aster unveiled a women’s healthcare programme in the UAE, while Fakeeh University Hospital highlighted advanced MRI-guided laser neurosurgery for complex brain conditions. Public Health in Crisis: International coverage spotlighted how Venezuela’s twin earthquakes left hospitals overwhelmed and underpowered, with PAHO urging urgent outside support for damaged facilities. Local Wellness/Community: Dubai’s drug-prevention push continues with family-focused initiatives and interactive awareness platforms, including children’s sections on risky digital games.

Healthy Diet Push: Al Ain Farms is cutting added sugar by 10–20% in selected juices, flavoured milk, flavoured yoghurt and laban, aligning with Abu Dhabi’s Healthy Living Strategy to help tackle obesity and diabetes. Eye Care Upgrade: Abu Dhabi Biobank and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (University of Miami Health System) are partnering to set up the Middle East’s first eye bank in Abu Dhabi, boosting access to corneal transplants. Anti-Drug Awareness Tech: Abu Dhabi Police used AI-driven interactive sessions and VR to show the health, psychological and social harms of substance abuse, aiming to strengthen prevention for children and youth. Summer Heat Safety: Abu Dhabi City Municipality reminded construction firms about heat stress rules and the Midday Work Ban (12:30–15:00) to protect workers from summer heat. Digital Parenting Controls: YouTube rolled out supervised kid accounts across MENA, including the UAE, with age-appropriate settings and tools like Shorts feed limits to support healthier screen habits. Alzheimer’s Trial: Abu Dhabi is preparing a clinical trial focused on preventing Alzheimer’s, building on the emirate’s push for genomics-driven research.

Anti-Drug Push: UAE’s anti-drug campaign is gaining support from clinicians and schools, with experts urging families to tackle the psychological roots of addiction and steer people to underused treatment services. Child Digital Safety: The UAE says social media platforms must use government-approved age checks for under-15s, with personal data deletion required and penalties for non-compliance—aimed at prevention, not just restriction. Alzheimer’s Prevention Trial: Abu Dhabi is set to host a clinical trial using genetic screening of nearly one million Emiratis to test a therapy designed for people at high risk but without symptoms. Rehab Capacity in Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi is expanding specialised rehabilitation services as demand rises, reinforcing recovery pathways for patients. Family-Based Drug Prevention: Abu Dhabi Police highlighted that drug prevention starts with the family, sharing recovery stories through its “Chance for Hope” programme. Sports for Health: Abu Dhabi Summer Sports is underway, with organisers stressing sport’s role in healthier, more active communities and better quality of life.

UAE Child Safety & Prevention: Abu Dhabi’s Family Care Authority expanded the Child Centre’s integrated services for children exposed to abuse, including case management, forensic interviews, medical examinations and follow-up, aiming for faster response and stronger confidentiality. Cardiac Care Milestone: American Hospital Dubai performed Dubai’s first robotic mitral valve repair, offering a less invasive option for degenerative mitral valve disease with faster recovery. Mental Health Access: Dubai opened the UAE’s first neurodivergent-owned mental health centre, boosting culturally aligned support for families. Alzheimer’s Research: Abu Dhabi’s M42 launched the UAE’s first Alzheimer’s prevention genomics trial, part of a wider push toward earlier detection. Drug Abuse Awareness: UAE authorities kicked off a major anti-drug campaign focused on families, youth and schools as the first line of defence, with prevention messaging across communities. Digital Risks for Youth: Dubai Police warned that drug networks increasingly target young people via social media and messaging, urging parents to watch for behavioural warning signs and seek treatment early. Cyber Safety: WhatsApp is testing a username feature that could affect how users are identified, while authorities monitor potential fraud risks.

UAE Alzheimer’s Prevention: M42’s IROS and Abu Dhabi’s M42/Capital Health ecosystem have launched the UAE’s first genomics-driven clinical trial to prevent Alzheimer’s, aiming to identify genetic risk at population scale and link findings to care pathways. Rehab Capacity Boost: Abu Dhabi’s Specialised Rehabilitation Hospital (SRH) is expanding with an extension due by end-2028, adding inpatient beds, outpatient clinics and rehab gyms to meet rising demand for stroke, spinal and neurological recovery. AI in Healthcare: UAE initiatives highlight faster, more controlled healthcare tech—UAE drug regulators plan to use AI for pharma oversight, while UAE health leaders push AI adoption and integrative medicine priorities. Cancer Support in Action: Beit Al Khair Society covered Dhs183,450 for a lung cancer patient’s chemotherapy and follow-up cardiac procedure, keeping treatment on track. Humanitarian Aid: The UAE announced fresh food and essential relief for Lebanon via the UAE Aid Agency as travel restrictions ease. Community Health & Wellness: Keolis MHI and Dubai Health ran blood donation efforts, and the Hamdan Foundation’s World Giftedness Center held a workshop on supporting gifted learners during crises.

Gastroenterology Spotlight: UAE-based audiences are watching actor Jasmin Bhasin’s Dubai hospitalisation after she said she was diagnosed with terminal ileitis and is “still not out of the danger zone,” with doctors explaining the condition as inflammation in the last part of the small intestine that needs a clear underlying cause before treatment. Women’s Health & Integrated Care: Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi promoted a women’s healthcare “Genesis” service line that brings fertility, gynaecology, maternal-fetal medicine, genetics, neonatal and paediatric care under one connected ecosystem. Humanitarian Logistics in the UAE: Rhenus launched a dedicated Aid & Relief department in Dubai Humanitarian to speed up medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, food and hygiene deliveries during crises, positioning the UAE as a rapid-response gateway. Public Health Messaging: The UAE’s National Drug Enforcement Authority pushed a family-focused prevention campaign, stressing that drug prevention is a shared responsibility beyond policing. Healthcare Innovation (UAE): Abu Dhabi’s M42 and partners highlighted UAE’s first genomics-driven Alzheimer’s trial, while other UAE healthcare updates point to expanding specialist services and AI-enabled care pathways.

Genomics for Alzheimer’s: Abu Dhabi’s M42 (with DoH-Abu Dhabi and Halia Therapeutics) has launched the UAE’s first genomics-driven clinical trial to prevent Alzheimer’s by screening for high-risk APOE4 carriers before symptoms start. Pediatric neuro care: King’s College Hospital London in Dubai expanded pediatric neurosciences services, adding a consultant pediatric neurologist/epileptologist to streamline care for epilepsy, ADHD, autism, headaches and developmental delays. Drug regulation with AI: The Emirates Drug Establishment says it plans to use agentic AI across medicine registration, inspections and supply-chain oversight to strengthen drug security and preparedness. Women’s health access: Aster has unveiled a new women’s healthcare programme in the UAE, aiming to support women across different life stages. Marriage genetic screening: Emirates Health Services reports 5,506 couples completed genetic testing by end-May 2026, with 96.1% found compatible. Local health innovation: Dubai’s GDRFA launches a research award for innovation, including digital and AI-focused categories to improve government services and customer experience. Health in the headlines: Jasmin Bhasin’s terminal ileitis diagnosis and Dubai hospitalisation continue to draw attention to serious infection and inflammation risks.

Genomics for prevention: M42’s IROS launched the UAE’s first genomics-driven clinical trial to prevent Alzheimer’s, using Emirati Genome Programme data to screen asymptomatic people carrying the APOE4 gene and test Halia Therapeutics’ HT-4253 under DoH-Abu Dhabi oversight. AI-backed care model: The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and Eli Lilly signed an MoU to develop an AI-enabled obesity care model and a global Alzheimer’s centre of excellence, aiming for earlier detection via biomarkers and access to disease-modifying treatments. Women’s health push: Aster DM Healthcare rolled out a group-wide women’s health programme (“Care for Her” and “Elle by Medcare”) covering prevention, early detection and specialist-led care across life stages. Community fitness in Dubai: EBBF launched the Galaxy Run Club at Dubai Marina Promenade with free 3km/5km/7km routes for families and all fitness levels. Local wellness culture: Emirati entrepreneur Ghaliya Ahli shared how her Lagree studio concept, Gigi Dubai, is redefining wellness as community-led lifestyle, not just workouts. Cancer risk nuance: New research reported in Sharjah says low handgrip strength should not be used alone to predict prostate cancer risk in older men.

Dubai Health Update: Jasmin Bhasin was hospitalised in Dubai on her birthday after Aly Goni said she developed a “serious infection,” with the couple sharing updates from the hospital as she slowly recovers. Addiction & Youth Support: The Federal Youth Authority signed an MoU with Dubai’s Erada Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation to help young people recovering from addiction through programmes and social integration. Drug Prevention, Family Role: Abu Dhabi’s Family Care Authority marked International Day Against Drug Abuse with a dialogue session stressing that families are the “first line of defence,” alongside early intervention and after-care support. Parenting & Social Media: UAE psychologists urged parents to treat the new social media age rules as an ongoing conversation, helping children cope with boundaries rather than a one-off announcement. Public Health Research: A UAE University-led review warns bovine tuberculosis may be spreading through MENA via cattle and raw milk, with gaps in testing and surveillance potentially masking risk to humans. Wellness & Lifestyle: An Abu Dhabi organic gardening advocate says summer gardening isn’t over—focus shifts to soil protection and smarter water management. Safety & Enforcement: Dubai Customs launched a new K9 vehicle fleet to strengthen anti-drug operations and speed up field inspections.

Social Media & Youth Mental Health: A Philippine Pediatric Society statement warns against unsupervised social media use for children 16 and below, urging parent/guardian co-management, clear boundaries and extra care for kids with developmental or psychosocial vulnerabilities. Rehab & Family-Focused Prevention: Abu Dhabi’s National Rehabilitation Centre launched an awareness campaign for the International Day Against Drug Abuse under “Supportive Family… Safe Community,” aiming to reduce stigma, push families into prevention, and encourage treatment and recovery. Life Sciences Infrastructure: Masdar City opened Biosphere Labs, the GCC’s first commercially scaled shared lab with M42 and Attentive Science, giving startups and researchers faster access to specialised bench space and equipment through the HELM life sciences ecosystem. Sports Pathways for Women: UAETSS signed MoUs with Sharjah Women’s Sports to support three Emirati athletes (shooting and archery) via a talent pathway programme focused on training and competition readiness. Healthcare Finance: Burjeel Holdings priced its inaugural USD 500m 5-year sukuk in Abu Dhabi, drawing strong demand (3.2x oversubscription) and underscoring investor appetite for regional healthcare.