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Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli forces killed two teenagers in a drone strike Saturday.The civil defence agency, which operates as a rescue service under Hamas authority, said the drone killed the two near Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, in northern Gaza.The territory's Al-Shifa Hospital said it received the two bodies, adding they were two boys aged 13 and 15.The military said the pair had posed an "immediate threat" to its soldiers."Earlier today... troops operating in the northern Gaza Strip identified several fighters who crossed the Yellow Line, planted an explosive device in the area, and approached the troops, posing an immediate threat to them," the military said in a statement.Under a US-brokered ceasefire that came into effect on October 10, Israeli forces have withdrawn to positions behind a so-called "Yellow Line" in Gaza, though they remain in control of more than half of the territory.A military press officer told AFP that its troops had "killed two fighters and not children", without specifying the ages of those killed.The civil defence said another fatality was also reported in a separate incident when an Israeli quadcopter struck a group of civilians in Jabalia, also in northern Gaza.It did not provide details on the person killed in that incident. The press officer said the military had reports of only one incident.Israeli forces have killed at least 477 Palestinians in Gaza since the ceasefire took effect, according to Gaza's health ministry, which operates under Hamas authority.The Israeli army says Palestinian fighters have killed four of its soldiers during the same period.Media restrictions in Gaza and limited access to many areas mean AFP cannot independently verify casualty figures and details provided by either side.The ceasefire has largely halted fighting between Israel and Hamas, but both sides have accused each other of violating its terms. 

Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, has set a benchmark in football injury prevention with the successful rollout of its pioneering Sports Injury and Illness Risk Management Plan (RMP) tool across all 18 professional football clubs in Qatar.This league‑wide initiative, supported by recently published scientific papers, offers a practical roadmap for professional football globally to better protect players’ health while sustaining high performance.Ahead of the 2022-23 season, Aspetar experts trained club medical and technical staff to use the RMP tool to identify, assess and prioritise injury and illness risks at team, player and season level.Clubs identified 809 risks – an average of 45 per team – with 72% related to individual players, highlighting the importance of personalised prevention approaches.From these, 265 prioritised risks were selected for action and addressed through 354 targeted tasks, including individualised strength programmes, better communication pathways and refined load management around congested match calendars.“Prevention has always been at the heart of Aspetar’s work,” said Aspetar acting director-general Khalid Ali al-Mawlawi.“This project marks the next evolution moving from excellence within individual teams to collective prevention across an entire league,” he said. “By giving every club access to the same science-based risk-management tools, we are investing in players’ long-term health, safeguarding careers, and offering a model of preventive sports medicine that can shape the future of football worldwide.”“Our partnership with Aspetar reflects a shared vision to embed prevention at the heart of Qatar’s football ecosystem,” said Qatar Stars League (QSL) chief executive Hani Taleb Ballan. “Aspetar continues to lead globally by developing and implementing robust, evidence-based standards for managing injury and illness risks across all league clubs – a milestone that sets new benchmarks in safeguarding QSL players’ health and sustaining their performance throughout the season.”“This collaboration exemplifies the synergy between Qatar’s leading sports institutions to create a safe, professional, and sustainable environment that supports player welfare, and enhances their performance,” he added.The RMP project builds on Aspetar’s Injury and Illness Prevention programme for Performance, with almost half of all planned mitigation tasks directly aligned with IP2 focus areas, such as the Nordic hamstring and Copenhagen adduction exercises, recovery strategies and targeted player education on sleep, nutrition and mental health.In total, 58 specialists across the league were assigned 363 task‑manager roles and 535 specific responsibilities, underscoring a culture of shared accountability between doctors, physiotherapists, fitness coaches, technical staff and players.“The Aspetar RMP tool takes risk management in football from concept to daily practice,” said Prof Roald Bahr, the director of the ASPREV programme. “By identifying an average of 1.9 risks per player and prioritising the most critical ones for action, clubs now have a structured, data‑driven method to reduce injury and illness risk season after season.” 

Aspetar, the Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, saw a remarkable year in 2025, dedicating all its efforts to achieving medical excellence and ensuring a safe sports environment. The hospital continued to serve Qatar's athletes while attracting elite sports stars and patients from around the world. Beyond its achievements in the medical field, Aspetar also shone on the global medical tourism stage, reaffirming its status as a world-leading destination in sports medicine.Aspetar began 2025 by achieving a historic milestone, receiving the Diamond Accreditation from Accreditation Canada under the Qmentum International program for the second consecutive cycle, with a perfect score. It became the first healthcare institution in the world to accomplish this distinction twice in a row.**media[400717]**This prestigious recognition adds to Aspetar's global reputation as a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence and an IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, underscoring the hospital's credibility among leading international sports organizations.Aspetar also took the spotlight at the 8th Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Medical Conference held in July 2025. The hospital was not only a prominent participant but also a thought leader throughout the event. Aspetar's Orthopaedic Surgery Consultant Dr Khalid al-Khelaifi received a distinguished award honouring his pioneering contributions to sports and orthopaedic medicine and his service to Asian football, a recognition of Qatar's national expertise under Aspetar's umbrella.**media[400718]**Aspetar was also recognized by the AFC for its longstanding role as a strategic partner and primary reference in sports medicine, having significantly influenced discussions and shared best practices on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement.Meanwhile, Acting Director General of Aspetar Khalid Ali al-Mawlawi was named by Forbes Middle East among the most influential leaders in management and healthcare highlighting his leadership in cementing Aspetar's global standing and balancing medical excellence, international partnerships, and service to Qatar's sports community.Throughout 2025, Aspetar provided medical coverage for over 100 sporting events, including football, athletics, tennis, motorsport, and more. The hospital served as the official medical provider for major tournaments such as the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, FIFA U-17 World Cup, Continental Club Cup, Qatar ExxonMobil Open, and Qatar TotalEnergies Open, among others.**media[400719]**A particularly memorable moment came when Aspetar's medical team helped save the life of the Czech Fencing Federation president after he suffered cardiac arrest during the Qatar Grand Prix for Fencing - a testament to Aspetar's field emergency readiness and professionalism. Medical supportDuring both the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 and FIFA U-17 World Cup, Aspetar supervised full medical coverage for players, officials, and fans, operating 6 to 8 clinics in stadiums and deploying 12 sports physicians alongside Hamad Medical Corporation emergency teams. Aspetar also supported referees with physiotherapy services and provided full medical support to the Palestine and Iraq national teams.Additionally, Aspetar managed the import and clearance of medicines for 23 participating teams, ensuring seamless medical logistics. During the tournaments, the hospital treated 211 cases, including 70 athletes from 17 countries.**media[400720]**Aspetar's expertise stood behind several national and international successes across various disciplines, such as the World Athletics Championships, the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, and Qatar's historic qualification for the FIFA World Cup.Doha became the world capital of sports medicine in 2025 when Aspetar hosted the first Aspetar World Conference, attracting over 1,000 participants from 75 countries, including experts from FIFA, the International Olympic Committee, and major global sports and medical institutions.The conference covered topics from sports injuries and illness prevention to performance sciences and sports pharmacology, continuing Aspetar's scientific legacy of over 1,700 published research papers in leading medical journals. By the end of 2025 alone, Aspetar's research department published 1,660 scientific studies in more than 300 prestigious journals, with 120 new projects launched on muscle and tendon injuries, advanced rehabilitation techniques, and athlete performance innovations.**media[400721]**Aspetar also expanded its physiological and performance services to benefit both professional and amateur athletes, emphasizing its role as a leader in research, education, and applied sports science. Global partnershipsThe hospital continued its partnerships with top global organizations, including UEFA's Medical Conference, the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE), and the Leaders in Sport Summit in London. Aspetar also co-organized the Paris Saint-Germain Medical Conference, attended by representatives from over 70 European clubs.Aspetar's scientific and medical excellence made it a preferred destination for elite athletes worldwide. Throughout 2025, the hospital welcomed professional players from the English Premier League, French Ligue 1, and other top European leagues. Among the visitors were Noa Lang (Inter Milan), Malik Tillman (Bayer Leverkusen), Yves Bissouma (Tottenham Hotspur), Aaron Hickey and Pelenda DaSilva (Brentford), Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart), Albert Sambi Lokonga (Arsenal), and Amine Gouiri, Hamed Traore, and Faris Moumbagna (Olympique de Marseille).Aspetar also received stars from Paris Saint-Germain, including Lucas Hernandez, Goncalo Ramos, Ousmane Dembele, Warren Zaire-Emery, and Desire Doue. Other notable visitors included the Iraqi forward Ali Al Hamadi (Luton Town), Will Smallbone (Millwall), and Bachir Belloumi (Hull City).From other sports, Aspetar received Formula 1 drivers Isack Hadjar and Fernando Alonso, tennis player Holger Rune, and Olympic champion Karsten Warholm.In parallel, Aspetar strengthened partnerships with clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur, and federations from Algeria, Iraq, and Palestine, further expanding its international collaboration network.**media[400722]**As Qatar's reputation as a global sports and health hub grows, Aspetar has emerged as a leading player in medical tourism, attracting patients and athletes from the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia seeking advanced orthopaedic and sports medicine care.In 2025, Aspetar participated in major international medical tourism events in Belgium, London, and the Forbes Middle East Medical and Wellness Tourism Summit in Dubai, where it contributed to discussions on the evolving role of destination hospitals.Throughout the year, Aspetar welcomed over 700 elite athletes from 71 countries, with the majority coming from Europe and neighbouring regions, along with hundreds of global experts attending its scientific conferences.Beyond competitions and research, Aspetar continued its social responsibility initiatives, promoting health awareness, safe physical activity, and inclusive well-being programs for children, families, and people with disabilities. Through partnerships with organizations such as Dreama, Aspetar reaffirmed its belief that its mission extends beyond elite sports, aiming to enhance the overall health of Qatar's community. 

Qatar Charity has concluded a project to operate and support Bab Al-Hawa Hospital after six months of continuous work, from July to December 2025. The project restored the operational capacity of this vital medical facility, enabling it to provide free and safe medical services to tens of thousands of residents in northwestern Syria. Qatar Charity said in a statement Tuesday that, since its establishment on January 1, 2013, Bab Al-Hawa Hospital has formed a fundamental medical lifeline in the region, providing its services to more than 2.5mn beneficiaries over 13 years. Today, it stands as one of the largest and most important referral hospitals relied upon by the Idlib Health Directorate for the treatment of advanced and critical cases, particularly among displaced populations in camps, the statement added. With population growth and increasing pressure on the health sector, the hospital has gradually expanded to include high-quality specialised departments such as advanced surgery, intensive care, paediatric surgery, kidney dialysis, endoscopy, specialised outpatient clinics, as well as laboratories, a blood bank, and other vital medical units. Qatar Charity pointed out, that over the past two years, the hospital experienced a suspension of financial and medical support, which directly threatened the continuity of its operations and essential services, including the functioning of sensitive departments, securing medicines, supporting medical staff, and maintaining equipment. Local officials said that, since the beginning of 2025, the hospital has resumed operating at full capacity, with the number of services reaching up to 20,000 medical services per month during the project period. This response came considering the significant increase in patient numbers following the closure of several other service centres in northern Idlib. The support included covering the salaries of medical, nursing, and technical staff to ensure operational stability, providing medicines and consumables for emergency cases and specialised surgeries, in addition to reactivating vital departments such as internal medicine clinics, surgery, operating rooms, and kidney dialysis. In this context, Director of Bab Al-Hawa Hospital, Dr Yassin Alloush, said, "We extend our sincere thanks to Qatar Charity for this generous support, which was not merely financial assistance, but rather a genuine humanitarian partnership that enabled the hospital to continue fulfilling its mission. Over six months of support, we were able to double our capacity to receive patients and provide surgical and specialised services that were at risk of being suspended."

Overall, 9 hospitals from Aster DM Healthcare’s GCC network across UAE, Oman and Qatar have been featured in the list Doha, Qatar, 30th November, 2025: Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading integrated healthcare providers in the GCC, has achieved a significant milestone with Aster Hospital Qatar earning recognition in Newsweek’s Best Specialized Hospitals Middle East 2026 list. This year, the hospital was ranked for its excellence in Gastroenterology and Pediatrics, reaffirming its position as a trusted provider of advanced specialty care in Qatar. The Best Specialized Hospitals Middle East 2026 rankings, developed by Newsweek in partnership with global data-intelligence firm Statista, spotlight hospitals that excel in six critical disciplines across seven Middle Eastern nations. The methodology evaluates institutions based on global peer recommendations, accreditation excellence, and the implementation of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) – a key marker of patient-centric, outcomes-driven care. Beyond Qatar, Aster DM Healthcare’s regional footprint was also recognized with a total of nine hospitals being included in the list. Aster Al Raffah Hospital Muscat and Aster Al Raffah Hospital Sohar in Oman securing rankings across multiple specialties. In the UAE, Aster Hospital Al Qusais was recognized for Neurology, while Aster Hospital Mankhool earned distinction in Orthopedics with two PROMs-based recognitions. Medcare Hospital Al Safa was recognized for Gastroenterology; Medcare Hospital Sharjah for Neurology; Medcare Orthopedics & Spine Hospital for Orthopedics; and Medcare Women & Children Hospital for Pediatrics. Alisha Moopen, Managing Director & Group CEO, Aster DM Healthcare GCC, said “ “With 9 hospitals being recognized for multiple specialties across GCC, it is a reflection of the strength of our clinical ecosystem and medical expertise within Aster. As we deepen our focus on specialized, outcome-driven care, we remain committed to building a future where patients across the Middle East can access world-class expertise close to home.” With 15 hospitals across the GCC, Aster DM Healthcare remains committed to driving healthcare excellence in the region – expanding centers of excellence, integrating advanced diagnostics, and leveraging best-practice clinical protocols across the network. The recognition of Aster Hospital Qatar highlights the Group’s long-term commitment to delivering complex, specialized treatments with superior outcomes and a seamless patient experience.  

The View Hospital, in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, offers Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) therapy at its Psychiatry Department. This advanced, non-invasive treatment provides new hope for individuals living with depression, chronic pain, and other conditions that have not responded to conventional therapies.rTMS is a safe, drug-free procedure that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain responsible for mood regulation and pain control. Unlike traditional treatments, it requires no anesthesia, sedation, or hospitalization, and is performed while the patient is fully awake and alert.FDA  approved for treatment of therapy resistant depression who have been not responded to medication or psychotherapy, while rTMS is most widely recognized for treating patients with depression who have not responded to medication, studies have also demonstrated its potential in managing anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, and chronic pain conditions, offering a new horizon of care for diverse patient needs.“rTMS remains a highly effective option to help improve your mood, bring a sense of calm, and may reignite your lost passion for life,” said Dr. Maged Fahmy, Senior Consultant, Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology, The View Hospital. “This treatment provides a safe and effective option for people who may have struggled for years without relief from medication or therapy, rTMS could be the opportunity that everyone has been waiting for, and it’s worth giving it a chance.”Since being introduced, rTMS therapy has delivered encouraging outcomes at The View Hospital, offering patients new hope in their recovery journey. Patients undergoing rTMS therapy typically attend daily sessions lasting around 20 minutes, five days a week, over a six-week period. In clinical practice, sustained improvement in mood and well-being is often observed, with minimal side effects limited to light headache.“Our mission is to deliver advanced, patient-centered care, and the introduction of rTMS therapy reflects that commitment,” said Dr. Fatih Gul, Chief Executive Officer at The View Hospital. “We are proud to be among the few private hospitals in Qatar offering this cutting-edge treatment, giving our patients access to international standards of psychiatric care.”Depression affects more than 280 million people worldwide, and according to the World Health Organization, around 5% from the adults experience clinically significant depressive symptoms. This growing burden highlights the urgent need for new approaches.Research from Harvard Health shows that around 60% of patients who did not respond to medication experienced meaningful improvement with rTMS, with about one-third achieving complete remission. These findings reinforce the importance of making such therapies accessible in Qatar.By introducing rTMS, The View Hospital reaffirms its commitment to expanding treatment options and advancing awareness around mental health. Through providing advanced solutions, the hospital aims to improve patients’ quality of life and broaden the horizons of care in line with international standards. 

The three-storey Child Health Department of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Ghana's capital Accra is a place with hushed corridors, laboured breathing and parents clutching on to hope. But on Friday, the gloom gave way to shrieks of joy as children with drips taped to their arms sat upright for the first time in days.Others, too weak to stand, managed faint but determined smiles. Nurses paused mid-rounds, phones raised in the cancer ward. Even exhausted mothers lit up. The reason was nearly six feet seven inches (2.03-metre) tall, dressed in the iconic blue-and-red Superman suit and cape. In real life Leonardo Muylaert is a lawyer specialised in civil rights who needs reading glasses to work. Muylaert — known worldwide as the "Brazilian Superman" — was rounding up his one-week maiden visit to Ghana, his first trip to Africa, and the cancer ward erupted into life. Everywhere he walked, children reached for his hands. Parents scrambled for selfies.Medical staff crowded the hallways. "He moved from bed to bed, giving each child attention," a nurse whispered. "For some of them, this is the first time we've seen them smile in weeks." For 35-year-old Regina Awuku, whose five-year-old son is battling leukaemia, the moment was miraculous. "My son was so happy to see Superman. This means a lot to us," she said. "You saw my son lying quietly on the bed, but he had the energy to wake up as soon as he saw him.""I chose Ghana to visit for my birthday," Muylaert, who studied in the US on a basketball scholarship, said. "I feel I identify with the culture, with the heritage, with the happiness."'BROUGHT SUCH POSITIVE CHANGE'His sudden fame began in 2022 at the Comic-Con convention in Sao Paulo when a stranger surreptitiously shot a cell phone video of him, amazed at his resemblance to Superman film star Christopher Reeve. "Am I seeing Clark Kent?" asked the star-struck comic book fan, in a clip that soon racked up thousands of views on TikTok — unbeknownst to Muylaert, who did not even have a social media account at the time. Weeks later, Muylaert learned through friends that he had become an online sensation. "It was funny and crazy to read that so many people think I look like Superman," he told AFP then.That's when an idea took root in the back of his mind, he said: get a Superman suit and try the alter ego on for size. He ordered an old-fashioned costume online, and started travelling around Brazil as Superman. Muylaert visits hospitals, schools and charities, poses for pictures with commuters on random street corners, and generally tries to be what he calls a symbol of kindness and hope — all free of charge. He now visits vulnerable people worldwide. In Accra, after leaving the hospital, he went to a prosthetics workshop on the city's outskirts, where amputee children screamed "Superman! Superman!" as he joined their football match.For Akua Sarpong, founder of Lifeline for Childhood Cancer Ghana, the impact was immediate. "It has been a fun-filled day," she said. "I have seen so many children smiling and happy, even children undergoing treatment sitting up that I haven't seen in a long time. He has brought such positive change." Muylaert said the visit reinforced his belief in small acts of kindness. "Everybody can be a hero... you don't need a cape," he said. "The smile on their faces changes the world." As he prepared to fly back to Brazil, he said "the idea is to spread happiness all over.". "Maybe we won't change the whole world, but as long as we inspire one person, that person inspires the other."

Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), in collaboration with American Hospital Clinics, organised a staff awareness initiative to mark ‘World Diabetes Day’ at QIB’s head office, reinforcing the bank’s ongoing commitment to employees’ well-being and community health.Throughout the day, medical professionals from American Hospital Clinics provided blood glucose and blood pressure screenings, Body Mass Index (BMI) assessments, and on-the-spot consultations with specialised doctors to help employees understand risk factors and adopt healthier lifestyle choices. Participants received practical guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and preventive measures to support long-term health.Mashaal Abdulaziz al-Derham, assistant general manager – head of Corporate Communications & Quality Assurance at QIB, said: “At QIB, we are committed to creating a supportive and healthy workplace while contributing to the well-being of our colleagues and the wider community.“Our ‘World Diabetes Day’ awareness initiative provided employees with practical tools for early detection and prevention, and we thank American Hospital Clinics for their valuable partnership in delivering expert screenings and guidance.”QIB regularly partners with leading healthcare institutions to deliver evidence-based health activations for employees, including screening days, awareness sessions, and expert talks that support early detection and prevention. These efforts form part of QIB’s Corporate Social Responsibility programme and align with the pillars of Qatar National Vision 2030, promoting a healthy lifestyle and sustainable human development across the community.

Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) signed $1mn grant agreement with the ITF Enhancing Human Security (ITF) to support the Palestine Hospital in Harmalah - Bethlehem, with the aim of strengthening the healthcare system in the sisterly State of Palestine.The signing ceremony was witnessed by His Excellency Chairperson of QFFD Sheikh Thani bin Hamad al-Thani, and signed by Director General of QFFD Fahad bin Hamad al-Sulaiti, and Director of ITF Ambassador Tomaz Lovrencic.This contribution will enable ITF to strengthen the hospital’s capacity to respond to emergency medical needs by covering the procurement of raw materials and improving access to essential healthcare and rehabilitation services for populations affected by conflict, including those from Gaza. On this occasion, Fahad bin Hamad al-Sulaiti, stated: "Access to quality medical care is a fundamental right and a cornerstone of sustainable development.Through this partnership with ITF, we aim to strengthen hospitals as pillars of resilience, capable of responding to crises, safeguarding lives, and restoring the well-being of communities affected by conflict.This agreement embodies Qatar’s steadfast solidarity with the brotherly Palestinian people and reaffirms our shared commitment to addressing their urgent needs amid humanitarian circumstances.” Ambassador Tomaz Lovrencic, Director of ITF, stated: "The needs of Palestinian victims of explosive remnants of war require an urgent action. Vulnerable groups, especially women and children, need appropriate medical attention, including prosthetic care and psychosocial support." The partnership between QFFD and ITF underscores a joint commitment to advancing equitable healthcare, enhancing resilience, and promoting human security in conflict zones.It also comes as part of Qatar's steadfast support for the brotherly Palestinian people, aimed at securing essential services and building a foundation for a peaceful, prosperous, and stable future.

The View Hospital, in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, successfully hosted a Cedars-Sinai Patient Experience Expert Class as part of an ongoing effort to cultivate healthier communities in Qatar and across the region. The workshop brought together patient experience professionals from Cedars-Sinai and hospitals in Qatar to explore innovative strategies for enhancing patient experience. A full-day workshop designed to elevate patient-centered care and instill a culture of excellence across healthcare organizations. The program began with welcome remarks by Dr. Andy Jaffal, CMO of The View Hospital, and was led by Cedars-Sinai experts Alan Dubovsky, Vice President and Chief Patient Experience Officer, and Max Nicholson, Associate Director, Patient Experience. Together, they set the stage for a program that combined international expertise with practical frameworks tailored to local needs. Class discussions explored how organizations can secure leadership support and create governance structures that integrate patient experience throughout healthcare systems. Sessions examined the importance of translating strategy into action, ensuring that improvements are not just aspirational but measurable and sustainable. Participants also engaged in conversations about the daily operations of patient experience teams, the role of patient feedback in shaping services, and the continuous improvement practices that drive long-term impact. **media[379815]** Commenting on this, Dr. Fatih Gul, CEO of The View Hospital, said: “Hosting this workshop is a great reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing patient experience and investing in our people. Through our affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, we continue to bring international best practices to Qatar, empowering our teams to deliver care that is both compassionate and world-class.” The afternoon featured a dynamic group exercise, where attendees worked collaboratively to transform insights into actionable solutions, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Through the collaboration with Cedars-Sinai, The View Hospital reaffirmed its commitment to patient experience, strengthening healthcare teams, and shaping a healthier future for communities in Qatar and the wider region. About The View Hospital in Affiliation with Cedars-Sinai: The View Hospital in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, is under the aegis of Apex Health, a subsidiary of Estithmar Holding. It is a modern healthcare institution that focuses on world-class clinical excellence with a mission to become the hospital of choice, providing the highest, measurable care to its clients. Building on its clinical excellence and international partnership approach with Cedars-Sinai, The View Hospital delivers outstanding clinical expertise through highly experienced multi-disciplinary professional teams and systems. With 240 single private suites, 10 operating rooms and 23 intensive care beds, The View Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare services. Our operating rooms are equipped with the most advanced technology, allowing us to do minimally invasive surgery and imaging during operations. For more information about The View Hospital, please visit Theviewhospital.com  

In the presence of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, the foundation stone of Baghdad International Hospital has been laid — marking one of the most significant milestones in healthcare for Iraq and the region.This project represents a key pillar of Apex Health’s expansion strategy, under Estithmar Holding, which is steadily advancing toward becoming one of the leading Arab healthcare groups.**media[371091]**The new hospital, with a capacity of 400 beds, will deliver world-class medical services and marks a transformative step for Iraq’s healthcare sector.Following its success in managing two hospitals in Iraq with a total of 1,200 beds — and with operations now spanning four countries and managing over 5,000 beds — Apex Health continues to shape the future of healthcare in the region.**media[371094]**Baghdad International Hospital — a new chapter for a healthier Iraq.

The Cuban Hospital has opened a new Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, marking a significant development in the hospital’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, specialist care for the local community and beyond. In addition to those based at Heart Hospital and Qatar Rehabilitation Institute, the cardiac specialist unit at the Cuban Hospital will be HMC’s third, offering structured programmes for patients aged 14 and above that combine endurance and resistance training, lifestyle and nutritional counselling, education, and psychological support. Each programme is tailored to the individual needs of patients. This model of care reinforces the hospital’s ongoing commitment to prevention, recovery and patient empowerment through evidence-based and compassionate services. Patients with cardiac conditions such as chronic coronary syndrome, valvular heart disease, stable chronic heart failure and myocardial revascularisation, this clinic provides an opportunity for patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle supervised by specialists to improve their quality of life and reduce the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, a statement added.