The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) and the Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi (IHLAD) hosted the first-ever Healthy Longevity Innovation Forum, aiming to foster advancements in longevity science and personalized healthcare.
The Healthy Longevity Innovation Forum brought together an elite group of global experts, policymakers, and healthcare leaders, including dignitaries from DoH, Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), and esteemed members of the IHLAD Board.
The Healthy Longevity Innovation Forum served as a pivotal platform to explore cutting-edge research, innovative healthcare solutions, and policy frameworks aimed at fostering healthier, longer lives in the UAE and beyond. The forum further solidified the Department’s mission to transform healthcare to meet the needs of a modern aging world.
Her Excellency Dr. Fayeza Alyafei, the Executive Director of the Healthcare Quality Sector at the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), said that, “At the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), healthy longevity is a cornerstone of our strategic vision for the future of healthcare in the emirate. The department is continuously collaborating with our esteemed partners across the ecosystem to develop a proactive, prevention-focused model of care.”
“The inaugural Healthy Longevity Innovation Forum, co-hosted with the Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi (IHLAD), served as a pivotal platform to exchange knowledge, expertise, and resources that will enable breakthroughs in addressing the needs of our modern aging world. This initiative further advances DoH’s mission to implement innovative, preventive approaches throughout Abu Dhabi and beyond, fostering lifelong wellness and empowering community members to adopt healthier lifestyles,” Dr. Alyafei added.
His Excellency Dr. Rashed Alsuwaidi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), stated that, “Abu Dhabi is redefining healthy longevity with a personalized, data-driven approach to health. By leveraging digital innovation and advanced genomics, we are empowering individuals with tailored interventions that evolve over time. From early detection through IFHAS screening to AI-powered personalized care and the Sahatna health app, we are transforming healthcare into a proactive, preventative model.”
