DHA And Appolonia Dental Group Sign MoU To Enhance Oral Health For Students In Dubai Schools

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and Appolonia Dental Group have formalised a partnership to enhance oral and dental health services for students in private schools across Dubai. This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to elevate healthcare standards, raise awareness about oral health, and align with both government directives and international medical standards.

Dr. Ramadan Al Blooshi, Director of the Public Health Protection Department at the DHA, and Dr. Yaser Haj Hamed, Chairman and Managing Director of Appolonia and Synergy Dental Group, signed the MoU. The initiative will involve regular dental check-ups, educational programmes for students, faculty, and parents, as well as training programmes for medical staff in private schools.

Dr. Al Blooshi stated that the DHA consistently seeks to establish productive partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including the private healthcare sector in Dubai. This collaboration aims to improve healthcare systems' standards and quality. He highlighted the capabilities of the private healthcare sector in Dubai and emphasised the importance of leveraging these capabilities through collaboration to benefit the community.

The initiative includes regular dental check-up visits, educational programmes for students, faculty, and parents, as well as training programmes for medical staff in private schools in Dubai. These efforts will follow global medical best practices to ensure high-quality care.

Importance of Collaboration

Dr. Al Blooshi explained that the MoU signed with Appolonia Dental Group is a significant support for the DHA's efforts to expand the scope and role of the private healthcare sector in preventive and educational aspects of care. He commended the sector's initiatives aimed at providing high-quality medical services to the community.

Dr. Yaser Haj Hamed emphasised the importance of collaborating with the DHA to enhance oral and dental health for students in schools. He highlighted the need for a rehabilitation and training programme for medical staff in schools, as well as providing appropriate healthcare services.

Future Prospects

This partnership is expected to bring substantial improvements in oral health awareness and services within Dubai's private schools. By focusing on preventive care and education, both organisations aim to foster a healthier future generation.

With inputs from WAM