GSK expands UAE partnerships as digital health drives preventive care shift

The UAE’s digital health infrastructure and healthcare investments are accelerating the shift toward preventive medicine and medical innovation, according to Mohamed El Dababy, President of the International Central Region at GSK. Speaking on Friday, 23 October, El Dababy noted that the nation is transitioning from reactive disease treatment to predictive and preventive care models. Expanding GSK Partnerships in the UAE The announcement follows the conclusion of the Abu Dhabi Future of Health Summit 2026 on Thursday, 22 October. El Dababy told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that GSK is actively seeking to expand its partnerships with UAE healthcare stakeholders. The focus of these collaborations will be the development of prevention strategies and improving patient access to advanced medical treatments. The company executive emphasized that the UAE now occupies a prominent role in global healthcare discourse. The summit served as a platform to translate long-term visions into practical actions, specifically targeting the acceleration of innovation and the strengthening of system preparedness for future health challenges. Prioritizing Vaccination and Early Intervention According to El Dababy, the evolution of the sector over the next decade will be defined by the ability to predict health risks before they manifest. He identified vaccination and early intervention as critical investments necessary to ensure the sustainability of healthcare services and reduce the long-term…