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Qatar University

wish admin — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 09:12:13 +0000

Qatar University (QU) is the national institution of higher education in Qatar. Established in 1973, QU offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including arts, sciences, engineering, and health sciences. The university is committed to providing high-quality education, research, and community engagement. Through its programs and initiatives, QU supports Qatar’s national development and fosters a culture of innovation, leadership, and lifelong learning.

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Aman Hospital

wish admin — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:00:06 +0000

Bringing the Spirit of Hospitality to Healthcare Aman Hospital is a luxurious healthcare facility established in Doha, Qatar, and owned by Jaidah Holdings. This new 100+ bed hospital will define the future of healthcare delivery in Qatar and the region by combining unparalleled professional expertise, cutting-edge technology, state-of-the-art equipment, service excellence, a relentless pursuit of medical innovation, and deluxe hospitality, all with a focus on patient-centered care. Our mission is to be one of the leaders in the private healthcare market and build a model combining quality and luxury medical services. We offer a wide range of medical services covering more than 20 specialties, including but not limited to cardiology, respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, rheumatology, general surgery, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, neurosurgery, spine surgery, orthopedics, sports surgery, plastic surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, IVF, dentistry, including cosmetic and pediatric dentistry, dermatology, emergency services, radiology, and a fully automated laboratory. In addition, we have developed 5 centers of excellence that exceptionally provide the best care in a One-Stop-Shop model, combining multiple health service providers in a unique single location to accommodate the finest health services in a luxurious, welcoming atmosphere.

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Qatar Cancer Society

wish admin — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 06:03:53 +0000

Qatar Cancer Society is a charity that was founded in 1997. It works under the Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities. ● Member of the National Cancer Governance Board in Qatar ● Member of the Gulf Federation for Cancer Control ● Member of the Union for International Cancer Control ● Member of the World Cancer Day Advisory Group ● Founding member of the International Cancer Prevention Consortium ● Member of All.Can International ● Member of the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition ● Member of the International Liver Cancer Movement ● Founding member of the International Cancer Patients Coalition ● The founder of the first Cancer Awareness Center in the Middle East in 2017 Our Vision A cancer-aware society and better support for cancer patients and survivors Our Mission Qatar Cancer Society is a non-governmental, not-for-profit, charitable organization that relies on donations, sponsorships, and community partnerships to deliver its services that aim to overcome the fear barrier associated with cancer, increase awareness about cancer and ways to prevent it and the significance of early detection, and provide financial and psychosocial support to cancer patients, survivors, and their families. Additionally, Qatar Cancer Society conducts community studies and supports scientific research and professional development in the field of cancer. Contacts: Qatar Cancer Society Barwa Towers, Tower No. 2, Floor 20, Al Sadd P.O.Box: 22944, Doha, Qatar Phone: +974 4484 7777 E-mail: info@qcs.qa Website: https://www.qcs.qa/en/ Instagram: qcs_qatar Youtube: qcsqatar Twitter: QCS_Qatar Facebook: qatarcancersociety2 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-cancer-society/

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QRDI Council

wish admin — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:41:26 +0000

The Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council is a distinguished entity leading advanced research and global collaborative innovation and at the forefront of drawing global talent into Qatar. By working under the ethos of “locally empowered, globally connected,” the QRDI Council ardently drives efforts to make Qatar an enticing destination for the world’s most brilliant talents and a groundbreaking research and development hub. Playing a pivotal role within the Qatar National Development Strategy, the QRDI Council is actively shaping the Innovation component of the Economic Diversification goal. The Council’s commitment underlines its unwavering dedication to the Qatar National Vision 2030. The Council’s overarching ambition is to solidify Qatar’s position as a global hub for innovation, turning it into a prime destination and test bed for potential R&D centers worldwide. To the QRDI Council, research, development, and innovation (RDI) aren’t just strategies but essential pillars underpinning Qatar’s journey towards unparalleled growth and prosperity. With an intensified focus on attracting international talent, forging robust global partnerships, and spearheading innovative solutions, the QRDI Council is rapidly transforming Qatar into a magnet for innovation and research on a global scale. As the Council tirelessly works to cultivate a vibrant intellectual landscape and establish powerful connections in the RDI domain, its endeavors resonate with the aspirations of a brighter, world-leading, innovative future for Qatar. To delve deeper into QRDI Council’s endeavors and vision: Website: www.qrdi.org.qa Stay Connected: Engage with the QRDI Council on various social media channels to stay updated on the Council’s latest activities and achievements. • LI: https://qa.linkedin.com/company/qrdicouncil • X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/qrdicouncil • IG: https://www.instagram.com/qrdicouncil/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@qrdicouncil

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Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI)(Qatar Genome)

wish admin — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 08:46:02 +0000

Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI) is a national center for research and implementation under Qatar Foundation. Its primary focus is to enhance precision healthcare quality and value through comprehensive study of genomics and multi-omics. QPHI was conceptualized to leverage more than 10 years of valuable data collection, research, and ecosystem development accomplished by Qatar Biobank and Qatar Genome. The goal is to lead in preventing and curing health issues through personalized approaches, and consequently empower and enable precision health practices leading to healthy and vibrant communities.

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SOS MEDITERRANEE

wish admin — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 18:24:42 +0000

SOS MEDITERRANEE is an international humanitarian maritime organization founded in 2015 in response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Central Mediterranean – one of the world’s deadliest migration routes. Each year, countless lives are lost due to dangerous sea crossings and harsh conditions. Our mission is urgent and clear: to conduct life-saving search and rescue operations at sea, providing immediate relief to those in distress and ensuring their safety, health, and protection until they reach a place of safety. Since 2016, reflecting our commitment to humanity and solidarity, SOS MEDITERRANEE has carried out 424 rescue operations, saving the lives of 40,915 individuals from over 44 countries – more than 10,000 of whom were children. These people have fled conditions of conflict, oppression, hunger, natural disasters, and lack of livelihoods. Our steadfast adherence to humanitarian principles and our unwavering commitment to human dignity have earned us international recognition. Among these honors are the prestigious Right Livelihood Award in 2023 and the International Maritime Rescue Federation (IMRF) Award in 2022.

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Ministry of Public Health

wish admin — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:22:04 +0000

The Ministry of Public Health is the entity responsible for all matters related to public health in the State of Qatar. It oversees the provision of healthcare services, ensuring that both preventive and curative health services are globally recognised and of international repute. The Ministry also promotes and enhances health awareness, regulates and supervises the establishment and operation of private healthcare facilities, oversees the health insurance system, and supervises hospitals, primary healthcare centres, and the practice of medical and allied health professions, as well as pharmaceutical services. Furthermore, the Ministry is dedicated to developing electronic medical strategies and capabilities, fostering a supportive environment for innovative healthcare research, maintaining a system for preparedness and response to national health emergencies, and supervising the treatment of citizens abroad. It is also responsible for regulating and ensuring food safety. The Ministry strives to develop a comprehensive, integrated healthcare system that aligns with the highest global standards, ensuring that all segments of society can access and benefit from its services. This commitment supports the goals of the Human Development Pillar of the Qatar National Vision 2030.

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World Health Organization

wish admin — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:16:38 +0000

Dedicated to the well-being of all people and guided by science, the World Health Organization leads and champions global efforts to give everyone, everywhere an equal chance at a safe and healthy life. It is the UN agency for health that connects nations, partners and people on the front lines in 150+ locations – leading the world’s response to health emergencies, preventing disease, addressing the root causes of health issues and expanding access to medicines and health care. Its mission is to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable. More at www.who.int Follow WHO on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest, Snapchat, YouTube, Twitch

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Novartis Foundation

wish admin — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:18:50 +0000

The Novartis Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland. For over 40 years, we have helped improve the health of low-income populations, initially supporting disease elimination in areas such as leprosy and malaria. Today, we tackle the burning health issues of our time: cardiovascular disease and health inequity. We take a population health approach, which means widening the lens from a narrow focus on healthcare delivery to a panoramic vision of improving health in the population at large, with a goal of ensuring healthy lives for all. Our work brings together existing but disconnected data to help authorities understand the root causes of inequitable health outcomes and find the best ways and partners to remediate them. We aim to empower governments to transform their health systems from reactive to proactive, predictive, and preventative, achieving health equity among the populations they serve. Visit us at www.novartisfoundation.org and connect with us on LinkedIn.

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Qatar Fund For Development

wish admin — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:20:50 +0000

Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) is the State of Qatar’s international development provider dedicated to promoting human development, poverty alleviation, strengthening health services and educational systems, supporting economic development, mobilizing humanitarian aid, and enhancing communities’ resilience towards climate change. We advocate the shared value that everyone has an inalienable right to a self-reliant present and a self-determined future by implementing initiatives that foster coordinated, effective, and sustainable support to communities and countries in need, whilst adhering to key development effectiveness and humanitarian principles to ensure no one is left behind. Guided by the State’s National Vision 2030 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we aim to make Qatar a leading actor in international development. Partnering with multilateral agencies, bilateral providers, the private sector, civil society organizations (CSOs), and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), we provide flexible and project-based funding and core contributions through grants, concessional loans, guarantees, and development investments. QFFD functions as a linchpin, weaving together various entities within Qatar, from state institutions to humanitarian organizations and UN agencies. The Fund promotes innovation and maintains predictability and flexibility in financing development and humanitarian interventions that build resilience in countries, communities, and individuals in need, lead a better future, give hope, and promote peace and justice. Our Vision Give hope and promote peace and justice through sustainable and inclusive development Our mission QFFD is a public development institution committed, on behalf of the State of Qatar, to improving the livelihood of communities around the world. Strategic Objectives • Focus support to developing countries based on recipient needs and mutual interest. • Deliver on Qatar’s international commitments by supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. • Strengthen local and international cooperation and partnerships to achieve greater impact. • Build and enhance QFFD’s internal capabilities. • Develop a wide range of products and ensure sustainability of public resources.

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