ABU DHABI (WAM)
The sixth UAE Obesity Conference, backed by M42’s Healthpoint and Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, took place on November 16-17 at Rosewood Hotel, Abu Dhabi.
Held in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, World Obesity Federation, and Emirates Diabetes and Endocrine Society, the event gathered over 500 delegates, including endocrinologists, nurses, dietitians, and surgeons, to explore new strategies in obesity management.
The event featured sessions led by Healthpoint and Imperial College London Diabetes Centre on preventing and managing obesity.
Notable speakers included Dr. Sara Suliman and Dr. Mohammed Al Hadad, who discussed innovative bariatric care approaches.
The conference also debuted the World Obesity Federation MENA Conference, themed ‘Obesity is a Multi-Organ Disease. ’
According to the World Health Organisation, one in eight people globally is obese, impacting 890 million individuals. In the UAE, the economic cost of obesity is nearly $12 billion annually.
The conference addressed these challenges with strategies focused on prevention and healthcare advancements.
The Abu Dhabi Business Week is set to enhance support for SMEs, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.
The event will provide a platform for networking, policy dialogue, and collaborative opportunities to drive economic growth.