Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Unveils Landmark Declaration on Longevity and Precision Medicine
A Transformative Declaration for Future Healthcare
A trailblazing 'Declaration on Longevity and Precision Medicine' has been introduced at the recent Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW), signaling a pivotal moment in revolutionizing healthcare practices around the world. This unprecedented initiative was crafted through collaboration with top health organizations, academic institutions, and industry innovators, establishing fundamental principles to expedite the progression of longevity science and precision medicine.
The Significance of the Declaration
During the launch event, H.E. Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), articulated the declaration's objective: "Healthy populations foster strong communities and stimulate economic growth. This declaration brings together global leaders to responsibly harness emerging technologies and ensure that the advantages of precision medicine extend to everyone. Health has no boundaries, and we strive for actionable and sustainable solutions together."
With the global population of individuals aged 60 and above anticipated to double to 2.1 billion by 2050, the declaration underscores the urgency of addressing the widening healthspan-lifespan gap, which presently spans nearly a decade worldwide. The numeric growth of the precision medicine market from $81 billion in 2023 to over $175 billion by 2030 highlights the critical need for innovative healthcare strategies.
UAE's Vision for Longevity
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is rapidly establishing itself as a front-runner in the longevity sector, guided by ground-breaking regulatory frameworks and investments in precision medicine. Noteworthy initiatives include the launch of the world’s first licensed Healthy Longevity Medicine Centre. The market for longevity within the UAE is projected to soar from $19 billion in 2020 to $32 billion by 2026.
The declaration articulates ambitious commitments aimed at advancing longevity science, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), optimising diagnostics, and personalizing therapeutics. It delineates six key pillars focused on:
1. Advancing research and innovation
2. Enhancing collaboration and knowledge-sharing
3. Investing in education and workforce development
4. Advocating for supportive policy and regulation
5. Upholding ethical and responsible practices
6. Engaging public discourse regarding longevity research and its societal impacts
Global Collaboration and Commitment
The signatories who convened at ADGHW to affirm their commitment included notable organizations like M42, Masdar City, PureHealth, Illumina, and academic institutions such as NYU Abu Dhabi and the University of Pennsylvania. According to PwC Middle East, a strategic partner in this initiative, this declaration is pivotal in shaping international healthcare priorities.
Lina Shadid, Health Industries Leader at PwC Middle East, commented, "This declaration provides a global framework to incorporate AI, genomics, and precision health into routine medical practices to expedite the implementation of life-altering medical advancements on a global scale."
Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its commitment to health innovation through this collaborative effort, targeting personalized, preventive care to ultimately enhance the quality of life for communities across the globe. The DoH invites governments, health organizations, and stakeholders around the world to endorse this declaration.
For further details, interested parties can visit the official site: ADGHW which aims to foster an innovative and collaborative health landscape under the theme 'Towards Longevity: Redefining Health and Well-being'. The initiative prioritizes community empowerment towards proactive, personalized, and holistic healthcare solutions.
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Conclusion
The 'Declaration on Longevity and Precision Medicine' serves not only as a groundbreaking contribution to the healthcare sector but also as a call to action for global cooperation towards shared health goals. With the backing of leading experts and institutions, this declaration holds the promise of significantly enhancing health outcomes on a global scale.
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