Abu Dhabi - Tuesday June 11th 2013:

As part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) teamed up with HealthPlus to organize a special health awareness event today under the title of ‘Investing in your health and wellbeing’. The aim of the event, which took place at ADX Abu Dhabi premises, was to raise awareness on Chronic Diseases amongst ADX employees, investors and visitors.

The event included a Health Talk by Dr. Mohammed Al-Khatib, the Medical Director at HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center about chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, metabolic disorders in addition to obesity. The talk was followed by free health checks for ADX employees, investors and visitors including Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar which were administered by HealthPlus nurses.

Mr. Rashed Al Baloushi, CEO of ADX, commented on the event saying:”We at ADX believe in consolidating the concepts of health in line with the vision of the UAE’s future in maintaining human health and reducing the prevalence of rates of chronic diseases among members of the community. We also believe that good health and well- being solutions must be available to all members of the community.”

Mr. Majd Abu Zant, CEO of HealthPlus, commented, “Such events have given HealthPlus the opportunity to advance our main mission of improving the long-term health of the communities that we serve. This can be achieved through regular screening and early detection, and promoting health awareness and education. In the past few weeks since the opening of our new facility we have found that more than 20% of the patients visiting our center were diagnosed with Diabetes for the first time by our doctors. This is an alarming number; collaborations between organizations within the community are vital in order to continue raising awareness and educating the public by all means possible.”

Dr. Mohammed Al-Khatib said, “There is a vast number of patients with diabetes or suffering from hypertension or high cholesterol that are currently unaware of their disease. Increased awareness will benefit the patients in avoiding any complications. We hope through education and raising awareness, we will help in decreasing the prevalence of diabetes and other chronic diseases which we as healthcare professionals all look forward to.”

About ADX

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) was established in November 2000 as the official stock exchange of the emirate of Abu Dhabi, the Federal Capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). ADX is a market for trading securities including shares issued by public joint stock companies, bonds issued by governments and corporations, exchange traded funds and any other financial instruments approved by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA). ADX has 68 listed Securities and a market capitalization of AED 292 Billion ($79.4 billion USD) as of September 30th 2012 and an investor base of 914,564 as of the end of 2012. Of the total number of investors in the market 562,733 are UAE nationals, with 58 government entities, and 1,652 institutions. Individuals from the Gulf Corporation Council (GCC) accounted for 272,531, with 4 GCC government entities, and 318 GCC institutions. Individuals from Arab countries accounted for 47,856, with 81 institutions. Other nationals accounted for 27,294, with 2,037 institutions. In alignment with the Abu Dhabi Government’s Economic Vision 2030, ADX aspires to be the exchange of choice by developing the capital market through legal environment that ensures disclosure, transparency and integrity. Please visit www.adx.ae for more information.

For more information, please contact:

Adel Al Dhaheri
Manager of Media Relations
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange
T: 00971 2 612 8716
F: 00971 2 612 8728
M: 00971 50 622 1266
E: adelm@adx.ae

HealthPlus

‘HealthPlus’, Abu Dhabi’s growing network of premium outpatient centers, was established by UEMedical, the Abu Dhabi based healthcare investors and developers. The healthcare network will provide state-of-the-art outpatient medical services and support the multiple missions of UEMedical, including outstanding patient care and extensive community outreach. Over 20 facilities, adopting international standards and best practices, will open over the coming years and form part of an integrated healthcare delivery system including UEMedical’s flagship project, Danat Al Emarat Women and Children's Hospital. The network will comprise of Centers of Excellence in a variety of specialties including Women’s Health, Fertility & Genetics, Day Surgery, Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, and Dental Health, in addition to a number of Family Clinics. The centers will be heavily involved in promoting community health awareness and education, and in supporting national programs in line with the initiatives of the Health Authority-Abu Dhabi of improving public health. HealthPlus will fill the apparent gaps in the healthcare sector, and focus will continually be placed on medical excellence, patient- centeredness and unparalleled levels of customer service. For more information, please visit www.hplus.ae

For press enquiries, please contact:

Farah Al Alami
Marketing & Communications Manager, UEMedical
M: 00971 50 6611428
T: 00971 2 6266805
F: 00971 2 6266897
E: falami@uems.ae

Abu Dhabi - UAE: Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Culture, Youth, and Community Development, the HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center was officially opened today 14 April 2013. HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center in partnership with Diabetes Zentrum Mergentheim (DZM) from Germany is a fully comprehensive and modern Medical Center specialized in Diabetes & Endocrinology providing total world-class Diabetes Care in a multidisciplinary team approach.
The new HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center was officially inaugurated today by H.E. Sheikh Nayahan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan in the presence of H.E. Mr. Nikolai Von Schoepff, Ambassador of Germany; H.E. Dr. Maha Tayseer Barakat, Director General of Health Authority – Abu Dhabi; Dr. Michael Bitzer, CEO of Daman; and other seniors from HAAD, various governmental institutions and health insurance companies.
H.E. Mr. Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi, Chairman of United Eastern Group and Mr. Mohamad Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi, CEO & Managing Director of United Eastern Medical Services in Abu Dhabi welcomed H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan and introduced the Medical Team of HealthPlus. After the ribbon-cutting, H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mubarak Al Nahayan toured the facility to view the different departments and specialties including diabetes, endocrinology, internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, psychology, podiatry, nutritional services and visited the ‘Diabetes Academy’, the Center’s comprehensive medical laboratory and specialized pharmacy all equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and in an inspiring ambience for the convenient of the patients.
During the ceremony, H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan acknowledged the new HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center and praised its different departments; and technologies applied for the service and comfort of the patients.
Mr. Mohamad Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi said, “Launching such a world-class specialized medical center represents another step for UEMedical in the realization of the UAE leaders’ vision to provide the people of the UAE with the best healthcare facilities comparable to international standards. It also comes in line with the Health Authority – Abu Dhabi strategic priorities to improve clinical outcomes through partnering with world renowned partners. Moreover, attracting a German healthcare institution specializing in Diabetes to Abu Dhabi such as DZM will in the long run improve diabetes care in the region.”
United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical), Abu Dhabi’s leading healthcare development and investment company, and its premium network of outpatient centers in Abu Dhabi ‘HealthPlus’, signed a strategic partnership agreement six months ago with the renowned Diabetes Zentrum Mergentheim (DZM) from Germany to comprehensively transform diabetes care and treatments in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. With that, the formation of the new HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center came to light.
DZM, one of the most prominent healthcare providers in diabetes care, is responsible for the management of the new HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center in the capital of the UAE. The Medical Director and a team of highly qualified clinicians joined the new Center directly from DZM-Germany bringing in the medical expertise and clinical management skills required to insure the best international standards of care are achieved.
From DZM in Germany, Mrs. Helga Bergis, owner of DZM; Dr. Dominik Bergis and Nikola Bergis-Jurgan; Mr.Thomas Böer, CEO; and other members of the top management team attended the ceremony today.
“The new Center is a welcomed addition to HealthPlus growing portfolio of specialized outpatient centers including the Women’s Health Center, Fertility Center and Family Health Centers. We expect to receive at the new Center 4000 new patients yearly, with more than 20000 patients’ encounters. Our new Center will be one of very few in the UAE fully specialized in diabetes care and will help decreasing waiting times and provide more alternatives to diabetic and endocrine patients,” Mr. Al Hammadi added.
The launch of the Center and partnership with DZM represent a critical milestone in UEMedical’s strategy to create and sustain one of the finest private health systems for the Emirate. Mr. Majd Abu Zant, CEO of HealthPlus, commented, “Abu Dhabi is developing rapidly into one of the most reputable healthcare hubs in the Middle East. Today, UEMedical & HealthPlus have achieved yet another milestone in its efforts towards providing state-of-the-art healthcare to the community. The opening of our new HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center ensures our ongoing provision of high-quality healthcare services to the people of Abu Dhabi and comes in line with the Health Authority – Abu Dhabi strategies and efforts towards improving healthcare delivery in the capital and combating the incidence of diabetes through early detection, education and training. Through our new Center, we aim not only to achieve the best clinical outcomes but also to prevent or delay the development of more costly complications associated with diabetes such as cardio – and cerebrovascular disease, diabetic nephropathy, neuropathy and retinopathy.”
Coming from DZM, Dr. Mohammed Al-Khatib, Medical Director & Consultant, Diabetology, Endocrinology & Internal Medicine at HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center stated, “We will be offering the complete spectrum of services for diabetic patients in an out-patient setting including consultations, treatments, prevention, nutritional advice and patient education in addition to professional training to other healthcare professionals in the UAE through our Diabetes Academy. Through our multidisciplinary team approach, we aim to provide the best clinical outcomes as possible and all at one single location for the convenience of the patient.”
Mr. Thomas Boer, CEO of DZM, who came from Germany along with a group of seniors particularly to attend this special ceremony said, “We are indeed privileged to be part of the opening of HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Center in Abu Dhabi, and to partner with UEMedical bringing in our expertise in Diabetes Care to the Middle East region and in specific Abu Dhabi.” Dr. Dominik Bergis added, “Our approach for world-class medical care includes highly qualified doctors and assistance and ongoing training in the field of diabetes mellitus while using state-of-the-art equipment. With the continuous research in the causes and prevention of the diabetes epidemic, we endeavour to develop and evaluate new technologies and treatment options within the diabetes care. In partnership with HealthPlus, it is our aim to become a well-respected Diabetes Center in the UAE region. We anticipate a mutually beneficial and long-lasting partnership with HealthPlus.”
About UEMedical
United Eastern Medical (UEMedical) was formed in 2005 with the aim of raising the standard of healthcare service delivery and has since become Abu Dhabi’s leading privately owned Healthcare Development and Investment Company. UEM possesses the breadth of experience, the network of expertise and the financial backing to assume a prominent role in a complex and challenging healthcare environment, aiming to differentiate themselves on the basis of medical excellence, innovation and an unparalleled level of customer service. UEM will develop and manage an integrated healthcare delivery system that comprises world-class specialty hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout the UAE. Its portfolio of projects is coming together to leverage the combined talent and resources of a world class hospitals, 6 specialty centers and 14 family clinics to create an integrated healthcare delivery system across Abu Dhabi and the UAE. Among its main projects for the coming years, UEM will see the opening of the 250-bed Danat Al Emarat Women & Children’s hospital in Abu Dhabi City (2013). By partnering with a number of internationally renowned healthcare providers, UEMedical also ensures that international standards in patient care delivery and best practices are put in place. For more information, please visit www.uems.ae
About HealthPlus
‘HealthPlus’, Abu Dhabi’s growing network of premium outpatient centers, was established by UEMedical, the Abu Dhabi based healthcare investors and developers. The healthcare network will provide state-of-the-art outpatient medical services and support the multiple missions of UEMedical, including outstanding patient care and extensive community outreach. Over 20 facilities, adopting international standards and best practices, will open over the coming years and form part of an integrated healthcare delivery system including UEMedical’s flagship project, Danat Al Emarat Women and Children's Hospital.
The network will comprise of Centers of Excellence in a variety of specialties including Women’s Health, Fertility & Genetics, Day Surgery, Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, and Dental Health, in addition to a number of Family Clinics. The centers will be heavily involved in promoting community health awareness and education, and in supporting national programs in line with the initiatives of the Health Authority-Abu Dhabi of improving public health. HealthPlus will fill the apparent gaps in the healthcare sector, and focus will continually be placed on medical excellence, patient-centeredness and unparalleled levels of customer service. For more information, please visit www.hplus.ae
About the Diabetes Zentrum Mergentheim in Germany
The Diabetes Zentrum Mergentheim was launched more than 25 years ago with the aim to become the leading German Diabetes Center. Today it is one of the top healthcare institutions worldwide and well-known due to it is numerous international activities. Annually the Diabetes-Clinic treats about 3.700 in-patients and 18.000 out-patients with the main diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. In its function as an emergency hospital the Diabetes-Clinic represents the mission of the German country to treat in-patients with diabetes mellitus. As a professional hospital in the specialised medical field of diabetes mellitus it medicates patients which have to be treated stationary, provided that the out-patient therapy trials have been exhausted. In particular this includes especially patients with complicated diabetic foot ulcers, complex monitoring and complications. A further emphasis is the treatment of disorders of motivation and acceptance, and the treatment of diabetes mellitus related to depression and other psychiatric disorders. The therapeutic range is complemented with the insulin pump therapy. Additionally to the regular patients approximately 400 children and adolescents with diabetes mellitus are treated annually in the Diabetes Zentrum Mergentheim.
For press enquiries, please contact:
Farah Al Alami
Marketing & Communications Manager, UEMedical
M: 00971 50 6611428
T: 00971 2 6266805
F: 00971 2 6266897
E: falami@uems.ae

HealthPlus & ALDAR Properties Join Hands in Hosting a Blood Donation Campaign in Cooperation with Abu Dhabi Blood Bank

Abu Dhabi, UAE: As part of their Corporate Social Responsibilities (CRS) joint initiatives towards a healthy community, HealthPlus & Aldar Properties launched a blood donation campaign administered by Abu Dhabi Blood Bank today 9 October 2012 at the HealthPlus Family Health Center in Al Bandar – Al Raha Beach Development. The clinical team of Abu Dhabi Blood Bank of Sheikh Khalifa Medical City arrived early morning to the location and collected over 50 blood units by evening.

This initiative follows a series of campaigns and health talks that HealthPlus and Aldar organized during the year 2012. “In response to the growing demand for blood and blood components, we welcomed today tens of blood donors in our Family Health Center in Al Bandar. We aim to organize such campaigns also in our network of centers throughout Abu Dhabi to improve accessibility and make it more convenient for donors who would like to participate in such a cause. Therefore, we have seen today residents living off island; donors from Aldar communities, employees, and partners; as well as HealthPlus visitors and employees,” said Mr. Majd Abu Zant, CEO of HealthPlus Medical Services in Abu Dhabi. “We endeavour to help promote the importance of blood donation and the fact that it saves lives; and to make sure that the community is aware of the cultural and humanitarian goals of such an act.”

“We are pleased to be organizing this blood donation drive in partnership with HealthPlus,” said Andrew Broderick, Aldar’s Health, Safety & Environment Manager. “It was great to see such an excellent turnout from the community at Al Raha Beach and we look forward to organizing more similar activities as part of our shared commitment to community health and social responsibility.”

Dr. Laila Abdel Wareth, Chairman of Laboratory Medicine at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City praised the efforts of the Abu Dhabi Blood Bank team for organizing the event and thanked HealthPlus and Aldar for hosting and organizing this blood donation campaign off island to facilitate on those who wish to donate blood while they live far away from the city. She further added, “Abu Dhabi Blood Bank organizes an average of seven blood donation drives weekly with different organizations in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The blood collected through the Blood Bank in such campaigns or in its campus covers the needs of governmental and private hospitals in Abu Dhabi as well as other Emirates. Blood transfusions often are needed for trauma victims due to accidents and burns, heart surgery, organ transplants, and patients receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or other diseases, such as sickle cell disease and thalassemia.”

“Every drop of blood counts. Each unit of blood, can help in the treatment of 3 patients: one with red cells for anaemia, one for bleeding with the platelets and the last with the plasma for different pathologies which need coagulation factors," explains Dr. Naima Oumeziane, Medical Head of Abu Dhabi Blood Bank.

Volunteers provide nearly all the nation’s blood supply for transfusion; there is no substitute for Human Blood. If eligible donors give blood twice a year, it would greatly help in maintaining an adequate blood supply for the country. Eligible blood donors can donate blood 3-4 times a year safely.

More information about Blood Donation Process
The Abu Dhabi Blood Bank medical staff performs tests on blood donors for hemoglobin, blood pressure and blood type. The blood collection process takes approximately 30 - 40 minutes per donor from the time volunteers register and begin the screening until they leave. The Blood Bank staff ensures that international standards are complied with and that all blood donors were carefully screened to meet strict criteria and that all blood that is donated undergoes 6 major tests for infectious disease. The blood donation process is very safe; the health care team at the Blood Bank will assess donors to ensure their safety. It is not possible to acquire any disease through donating blood because only new, disposable, sterilized equipment is used for each donor. Every year Abu Dhabi Blood Bank supplies more than 25000 units of blood (a total of over 40000 blood products) to help save the lives of accidents’ victims, fire victims anemia patients (Thalassemia and Sickle Cell disease), women with complications of pregnancy, such as ectopic pregnancies and hemorrhage before or during childbirth, patients with bleeding disorders (Hemophilia), patients undergoing surgeries, and cancer Patients. Each unit of donated blood saves the lives of three people.

About Aldar
Aldar Properties PJSC is Abu Dhabi's leading property development, management and investment company. It listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities market in 2004. Aldar was established to support the region's infrastructure through the creation of high quality, attractive and sustainable communities equipped with residential, commercial, retail, leisure, hospitality, education and medical facilities. Aldar's diverse property portfolio includes major developments and re-developments within Abu Dhabi including Yas Island, Al Raha Beach, World Trade Centre Abu Dhabi, Al Falah, and Noor Al Ain. The company owns a sizeable land bank in strategic locations throughout the Emirate.

HealthPlus
‘HealthPlus’, Abu Dhabi’s growing network of premium outpatient centers, was established by UEMedical, the Abu Dhabi based healthcare investors and developers. The healthcare network will provide state-of-the-art outpatient medical services and support the multiple missions of UEMedical, including outstanding patient care and extensive community outreach. Over 20 facilities, adopting international standards and best practices, will open over the coming years and form part of an integrated healthcare delivery system including UEMedical’s flagship project, Danat Al Emarat Women and Children's Hospital. The network will comprise of Centers of Excellence in a variety of specialties including Women’s Health, Fertility & Genetics, Day Surgery, Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, and Dental Health, in addition to a number of Family Clinics. The centers will be heavily involved in promoting community health awareness and education, and in supporting national programs in line with the initiatives of the Health Authority-Abu Dhabi of improving public health. HealthPlus will fill the apparent gaps in the healthcare sector, and focus will continually be placed on medical excellence, patient-centeredness and unparalleled levels of customer service. For more information, please visit www.hplus.ae

For press enquiries related to HealthPlus, please contact:

Farah Al Alami
Marketing & Communications Manager, UEMedical
M: 00971 50 6611428
T: 00971 2 6266805
F: 00971 2 6266897
E: falami@uems.ae