Health Horizons 2026 Congress Charts Course for Preventive Healthcare Excellence

Emirates Health Services convenes leading medical experts and innovators in Sharjah to explore transformative approaches to public health challenges and disease prevention.
The Health Horizons 2026 Congress, organised by Emirates Health Services and hosted by the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, brought together a distinguished assembly of physicians, specialists and innovation leaders from across the health and technology sectors to examine the evolving landscape of public health.
Dr Essam Al Zarooni, Executive Director of the Medical Services Sector at Emirates Health Services, articulated the conference’s central objective: to illuminate the principal challenges confronting the public health system whilst championing innovative methodologies for identifying and addressing the underlying causes of disease before they take hold within the community. This approach exemplifies the transformative shift towards proactive and preventive healthcare, positioning intervention at the earliest possible juncture.
The congress showcased an impressive array of cutting-edge technological advancement and medical innovation. Artificial intelligence applications featured prominently amongst the showcased solutions, alongside sophisticated genomic advancements, predictive medicine tools and contemporary models for disease management and diagnosis. These sophisticated instruments collectively serve to enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities whilst substantially elevating the operational efficiency of medical services delivery.
Dr Al Zarooni emphasised that the congress’s overarching objectives resonate deeply with the United Arab Emirates’ strategic commitment to embracing the most advanced innovations and world-class solutions available globally. This dedication reflects the nation’s vision of fostering a thriving, healthy society where individuals and communities alike experience the highest attainable standards of quality of life.
Source: WAM