First UAE Blood Donation Forum Kicks Off In Abu Dhabi With Key Health Partners

The first Emirati Blood Donation Forum commenced its activities in Abu Dhabi, supported by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the healthcare sector regulator in the Emirate. Organised by the Emirates Blood Donation Association, the forum saw participation from strategic partners, healthcare authorities, and blood banks across the UAE.

The forum featured several panel discussions highlighting the importance of blood donation as a humanitarian act that contributes to community solidarity and public health. These discussions emphasised the need to meet and sustain patients' needs. Additionally, awareness lectures by doctors and experts underscored the health benefits of donation and its role in saving lives.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention Society (MoHAP) and the Ministry of Community Development also supported the forum. Officials from these ministries praised the association's efforts in organising this event and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting similar initiatives aimed at improving community health through increased awareness of blood donation.

Dr. Ali Al Ansari, Chairman of the Board of the Emirates Blood Donation Association, expressed his honour in organising the forum. He emphasised the importance of collaboration among healthcare authorities and strategic partners to support blood donation campaigns. "We are thankful to everyone who contributed to the success of this event," Al Ansari stated.

Dr. Saleh Saif Al Ali, Executive Director of Emergency Preparedness & Response Centre at DoH, remarked on the department's ongoing efforts to maintain community health and well-being. He highlighted Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading healthcare destination and stressed the importance of collaboration with the Emirates Blood Donation Association to ensure a steady blood supply within the healthcare sector.

At the forum's conclusion, distinguished donors and healthcare entities were honoured for their significant contributions to blood donation campaigns throughout the year. The association expressed gratitude to all donors and supporters within the healthcare sector, praising their active role in supporting medical and humanitarian efforts in the country.

With inputs from WAM