Dubai: The UAE is making a major contribution to the worldwide effort to combat antibiotic resistance with the start of the 7th UAE International Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (ICAMR).
The conference, which is being organized by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Emirates Health Services (EHS), and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), is scheduled to take place in Dubai on February 23 and 24.
The event intends to foster an environment conducive to expertise sharing and discussion, promote advancements in health services, and emphasize the importance of continuous education and innovation in healthcare. Held under the patronage of Abdul Rahman bin Mohammad bin Nasser Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, the conference is expected to draw over 600 professionals, including doctors, consultants, nurses, and technicians from the UAE and 18 other countries.
In addition, fifteen of the top manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment committed to combating antibiotic resistance will take part. More than 38 worldwide specialists will present 32 specialized talks during the conference, and interactive workshops will keep attendees engaged.
Dr. Najiba Abdul Razzaq, Conference Chair and Consultant of Internal Medicine at Kuwait Hospital in Dubai, part of Emirates Health Services (EHS), highlighted that the 7th edition of ICAMR provides an ideal platform, bringing together healthcare professionals from around the world to address the pressing challenges of antibiotic resistance and share the latest research and innovations in antimicrobial treatments.
Additionally, the conference will give attendees a great chance to adopt new treatment approaches and share experiences and expertise.