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The quick and simple health tests measured risk factors linked to some of the most serious health challenges in the Middle East.
The specially-created Mobile Health Centre at the event tested volunteers' glucose levels, blood pressure, lung capacity and Body Mass Index. The tests, conducted by three renowned clinics located at Dubai Healthcare City -binSina Pharmacy, Health Call, and American Primary Care Clinic-, were used to spot early warning signs of heart problems and diabetes, which are prevalent in the region. The tests were scientifically and medically supported and were also quick and easy to administer - each entire health check only took around 15 minutes.
'It's essential to identify any potential problems early to help prevent future disease burdens,' commented Louis Hakim, Vice President Royal Philips Electronics and Chief Executive Officer of Philips Middle East. 'That's why we at Philips believe it is vital to give people the tools they need to take responsibility for their own health. The remarkable level of take-up we've had for health checks at Arab Health clearly demonstrates that there's a strong desire from individuals in the region to find out more about their own health, which is a key step on the path to a healthier future for everyone.'
The initiative reflects Philips focus on health management outside the hospital, empowering patients to take better care of their health. It also highlights the company's commitment to improving patient care at every stage including helping diagnose health problems early to prevent future disease.
Dubai Healthcare City and Philips carry out over 650 health checks at Arab Health 2008
Over 650 Delegates attending Arab Health 2008 took the opportunity to check their health courtesy of Royal Philips Electronics and Arab Health's leading sponsor Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), a member of Tatweer.
- United Arab Emirates: Saturday, February 02 - 2008 at 12:07
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Royal Philips Electronics of the Netherlands (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is a global leader in healthcare, lighting and consumer lifestyle, delivering people-centric, innovative products, services and solutions through the brand promise of 'sense and simplicity'. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips employs approximately 128,100 employees in more than 60 countries worldwide. With sales of EUR 27 billion in 2006, the company is a market leader in medical diagnostic imaging and patient monitoring systems, energy efficient lighting solutions, as well as lifestyle solutions for personal wellbeing.
About Dubai Healthcare City(DHCC
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) was conceived with the objective of creating a regional center of excellence for medical services, medical education, and life science research and development in the Middle East. It is the world's first healthcare free zone and was created using a phased approach.
The first phase, which is 4.1 million square feet in size, features a medical cluster comprised of day clinics, diagnostic centers, rehabilitation centers, transplantation centers, hospitals, clinics and a sector for pharmaceutical and equipment suppliers. It is home to the Harvard Medical School Dubai Centre (HMSDC)- Institute for Postgraduate Education and Medical research, the University Teaching Hospital (UH) and the Dubai Harvard Foundation for Medical research (DHFMR).Some of the medical cluster's other renowned partners are Mayo Clinic, AstraZeneca, Harvard Medical International, Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Centre, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Consultant Phsicians (AUB), Fresenius Medical Care, Novo Nordisk, Novartis, BU Dental, Moorfields Eye Hospital, The City Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust, Wyeth, Smith & Nephew, Sanofi Aventis, Swiss Academy of Scientific Acupuncture, Yateem Group, Dragger Medical, Alvi Armani, dr. Nicolas & ASP and the German Heart Center.
The second phase will feature a dedicated wellness cluster comprised of wellness centers, nutrition centers, resorts and spas, and sports medicine facilities.
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Posted by Medilyn Manibo, Assistant News EditorSaturday, February 02 - 2008 at 12:07 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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