MoHAP Hosts Annual Hayat Congress To Promote Organ Donation And Transplantation In Dubai

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) recently hosted the "Hayat Congress" in Dubai, focusing on organ donation and transplantation. Held from 29th to 30th January, the event aimed to enhance awareness about organ donation. The congress aligns with the UAE's vision to lead globally in this field, promoting it as a humanitarian act that supports sustainability and wellbeing goals.

The congress sought to encourage organ donation both during life and after death. Discussions centred on innovative solutions to improve transplant success rates and outcomes for recipients. By adopting best practices, the event explored strategies to boost donation rates and surgical success. The sessions also addressed ethical and legal aspects, ensuring fairness and transparency in practices.

A series of sessions highlighted key challenges in organ donation, including using artificial intelligence and modern technologies to enhance surgical outcomes. These discussions aimed at streamlining case management while fostering international collaboration through expertise exchange. Strengthening strategic partnerships was also a focus, contributing to global advancements in organ transplantation.

Dr. Amin Hussain Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary of Health Regulations Sector, stated, "Guided by the vision of our wise leadership, the UAE has achieved remarkable milestones in the healthcare sector, emerging as a global leader in adopting the latest technologies and practices in organ donation and transplantation."

Dr. Ali Abdulkarim Al Obaidli, Chairman of the National Committee for Organ Transplantation, noted that this congress builds on past successes. Through collaboration with health and academic institutions, it has become a hub for global experts in organ donation. This collective effort aims to address challenges and shape the future of organ donation.

MoHAP reported significant achievements in regional leadership for organ transplantation. In 2024 alone, 352 transplants were conducted—a 22% increase from 2023. Since launching its national programme in 2017, the UAE has performed 956 transplants. This positions the country at the top among GCC nations for organ utilisation rates.

The congress underscored the UAE's commitment to advancing healthcare through innovation and collaboration. By addressing key challenges and exploring new solutions, it inspires hope for patients while enhancing community health and quality of life across the region.

With inputs from WAM