Dubai Health Authority and Appolonia Dental Group signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance oral and dental health for students in private schools in Dubai.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, …. May 2024: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and
Appolonia Dental Group signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance oral and
dental health for students in private schools in Dubai. The agreement aims to improve
healthcare services in private schools in Dubai, raise awareness about the importance of
oral health in the school community, and align with government directives and international
medical standards.

Dr. Ramadan Al Blooshi, the Director of Public Health Protection Department at the DHA,
and
Dr. Yaser Haj Hamed, Chairman and Managing Director of Appolonia and Synergy Dental
Group, signed the memorandum. The initiative includes regular dental check-up visits,
educational programs for students, faculty, and parents, as well as training programs for
medical staff in private schools in Dubai, following global medical best practices.
Dr. Al Blooshi stated that the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) consistently works to establish
fruitful partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including the private healthcare sector in
Dubai. This collaboration aims to enhance healthcare systems' standards and quality. He
highlighted the capabilities of the private healthcare sector in Dubai and emphasized the
importance of leveraging these capabilities through collaboration to benefit the community
and promote individuals' health, especially students who are a priority in healthcare and
health protection programs implemented by the DHA.

Dr Al Blooshi explained that the memorandum of understanding signed today with
Appolonia Dental Group for children's dental care is a significant support for the DHA's
efforts to expand the scope and roles of the private healthcare sector in the care system,
especially in preventive and educational aspects. He commended the sector's many
initiatives aimed at providing the community with high-quality medical services.
Dr. Yaser emphasized the importance of collaborating with the Dubai Health Authority to
enhance oral and dental health for students in schools. He highlighted the need for a
rehabilitation and training program for medical staff in schools, as well as providing
appropriate healthcare services. He reaffirmed their commitment to international standards
and government directives in delivering high-quality services, with a focus on prevention
and early dental examinations for children. This will be carried out by accredited experts
based on evidence-based scientific principles. Dr. Yaser stated, "We will spare no effort in
implementing the terms of the memorandum of understanding, especially since it concerns
students, whom Appolonia Dental Group values and is proud to serve."