Newborns in the UAE could soon be screened for genetic diseases within 72 hours of birth.
The Ministry of Health and Prevention is working on a draft resolution making it mandatory for all healthcare facilities to examine babies within the new timeframe.
It’s aimed at detecting the diseases early and providing a proper treatment and counselling plan.
The current screening programme covers at least 40 different genetic disorders.
Abu Dhabi introduces paid parking zones in Mohamed Bin Zayed City
Starting May 6, motorists will pay AED 2 per hour for standard parking in Mohamed Bin Zayed City's new commercial sectors ME9 and ME12.
UAE moves towards strengthening supply chain resilience
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the launch of a national programme that aims to strengthen supply chain resilience in the country and maintain its stability.
UAE President holds bilateral talks with Swedish Prime Minister
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed strengthening cooperation with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson during a phone call on Tuesday.
UAE blocks 13,667 pirate websites for copyright infringement
The UAE's Ministry of Economy and Tourism has blocked 13,667 pirate websites for violating copyright laws in the first quarter of 2026.
UAE participates in GCC Consultative Summit in Saudi Arabia
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, participated on Tuesday in the 19th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Consultative Summit in Jeddah, on behalf of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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