Abu Dhabi, UAE – 21th July 2026 – As part of ongoing efforts to establish a smart, proactive healthcare ecosystem delivering preventive and personalised care for all, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), in partnership with Abu Dhabi Health Data Services (ADHDS), part of the M42 group, announced the successful completion of 12 disease registries. These enable tracking of disease prevalence, incidence, trends and demographic correlations, contributing to improved healthcare outcomes across the Emirate through data-driven insights, strengthened prevention efforts and support for timely diagnosis and early intervention.

Disease registries contribute to delivering personalised, patient-centric care. They are integrated digital systems developed for specific diseases that collect comprehensive patient data, including diagnoses, tests and treatments. These registries serve as essential tools to support decision-makers and policymakers in informed planning and efficient resource allocation, monitor population health indicators, identify high-risk groups, and design targeted preventive interventions at the population level. They also enhance scientific research by enabling researchers to better understand disease patterns and develop more innovative and effective health solutions.

The completed registries cover Abu Dhabi’s priority health conditions including Mental Health, Obesity, Diabetes, Cancer, Screenings, Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Chronic Respiratory Disease (CRD), Osteoporosis, Rare Diseases, Assisted Reproductive Therapy (ART) and Multiple Sclerosis – and are fully automated, leveraging data from Malaffi, Abu Dhabi’s Health Information Exchange.

Commenting on this, H.E. Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi said: “Every advancement in healthcare begins with a deeper understanding of the community we serve. By strengthening the way we harness health data, we are building a stronger foundation for prevention—one that enables earlier action, more informed decision-making and better health outcomes. The completion of these disease registries marks another important milestone in Abu Dhabi’s journey towards a healthcare ecosystem that is increasingly predictive, personalised and designed to improve the health and quality of life of our community.”

Additionally, these registries serve as a valuable resource for public health initiatives, enabling precise tracking of disease prevalence, greater efficiency in healthcare programmes, support for health promotion campaigns and optimised screening through targeted interventions based on actionable insights.  

“These disease registries significantly strengthen our ability to monitor disease patterns, understand population health trends, and design targeted prevention and health promotion programmes. By leveraging accurate, real-time data, we can inform policy decisions, optimise resource allocation, and implement timely interventions that improve health outcomes across the Emirate”, said H.E. Dr Rashed Obaid Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre. 

At ADHDS, we are proud to be at the forefront of digital health transformation,” said Kareem Shahin, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Health Data Services and M42’s Digital Health Solutions Platform “These registries are just one example of how ADHDS is leading the way in delivering large-scale digital health projects that have a profound impact on public health. As part of M42, we are poised to take full advantage of advanced AI technologies, to unlock critical insights at scale that will significantly improve patient outcomes.”

The next phase of this initiative will include the incorporation of AI as part of the Population Health Intelligence (PHI) programme alongside the expansion of datasets supporting these registries. It will also include integration with DoH’s Sahatna, which has been integrated with TAMM to provide a unified government digital experience and improve accessibility. These advancements will further enhance patient engagement and empower individuals to play a more active role in managing their health and wellbeing. 

With the integration of AI enabled predictive analytics tools, large volumes of data within the registries can be analyzed to uncover hidden patterns and generate more accurate predictions of disease trends. This will enhance diagnostic capabilities, improve care pathways, and support more personalised treatment approaches. Additionally, it will help identify high-risk populations, strengthening efforts in disease prediction, prevention, and patient care. Ultimately, this will enable regulatory authorities to intervene earlier and more effectively, improving healthcare outcomes across the Emirate. 

This milestone reflects Abu Dhabi’s commitment to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge technologies and data-driven strategies, delivering the highest standard of care to all community members.