Abu Dhabi's New 'HealthBeats' Podcast: A Deep Dive Into Global Health Challenges

In a significant move to address global health challenges, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has unveiled a pioneering initiative as part of the Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW). In collaboration with Lara Setrakian, an award-winning journalist and policy influencer, ADGHW is launching 'HealthBeats', a podcast series aimed at exploring the nexus of health issues and technological advancements. The series, which premiered today, promises to bring to the forefront discussions on pivotal health topics with insights from global and local leaders, experts, and CEOs.

Her Excellency Dr. Noura Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH, highlighted the initiative's alignment with Abu Dhabi's vision to cement its status as a leading life science hub. She emphasized that ADGHW serves as a dynamic platform for dialogue on vital healthcare subjects, with HealthBeats being a crucial extension that will delve into industry transformations and Abu Dhabi's influence on global healthcare.

Lara Setrakian, renowned for her extensive reporting in the Middle East and currently serving as the President of the Applied Policy Research Institute, expressed her enthusiasm for hosting HealthBeats. She aims to inspire and educate listeners by discussing the intersection of health challenges with technological innovations. Setrakian's Armenian-American heritage and her role as a journalist and entrepreneur uniquely position her to bring regional innovation stories to a worldwide audience.

The podcast series is accessible on major platforms such as Apple, Spotify, Sound Cloud, and Google. It sets the stage for the upcoming ADGHW and Future Health Summit, slated for 13th-15th May 2024. This summit is one of the largest healthcare conventions globally and is expected to foster collaboration, innovation, and investment across the healthcare and life-science ecosystem.

ADGHW is a key government initiative by DoH, scheduled from 13th-15th May 2024 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The event aims to unite researchers, policymakers, healthcare specialists, investors, and entrepreneurs to accelerate progress in healthcare and life sciences.

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi is the regulatory body overseeing the healthcare sector in Abu Dhabi. It is committed to ensuring excellence in healthcare for the population by defining health system strategies, monitoring health status, shaping regulatory frameworks, and promoting healthy living standards among Abu Dhabi residents. For more information about DoH and its initiatives, visit their official website.