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Dubai: As the UAE nation begins to acclimatize and accommodate to life with the uncertainties of COVID-19, one healthcare provider, HealthHub by Al-Futtaim health is easing the uncertainty by educating their patients and wider audience through COVID-19 related activities and content to ensure the public are better informed about the curability of the disease. Through its social media channels and extended corporate arm of the Al-Futtaim group, HealthHub utilizes the expertise of its specialty doctors to promote free videos and tips pertaining to COVID-19 concerns under each specialty. Every week the healthcare provider shares insightful tips and practices that encourage a positive yet realistic outlook on the current pandemic.
Another positive announcement from the healthcare provider was the foreclosure of its extended field hospital that accommodated over 1600 recovered positive COVID-19 patients during the height of the pandemic. The healthcare provider is proud to have been part of the government’s extensive plans to flatten the curve of the virus while functioning at full capacity along with supporting free medical care and support to all of Al-Futtaim staff and their dependents. A remarkable sign of unity amidst an unforeseen force majeure. As an extension of support to the wider public, HealthHub have extended their COVID-19 testing Drive-Thru Facilities by increasing operating hours from 7am to 12pm, and again from 3pm to 10 pm in Dubai festival city drive through, the main weapon in this fight against Covid 19 is extensive testing and that’s exactly what is being pushed here. On top of that, HealthHub have also announced they will be offering special antibody testing along with free doctor consultation. The only one of its kind in the market. The overall objective is promote positive conversations around the pandemic topic while correctly educating members of the public on best practices of safety against the virus.
Dr Haidar Alyousuf, Managing Director of Al-Futtaim said, “ From the beginning of our COVID-19 response plan, one vital factor was to continuously educate members of the public about the realistic and curable outcomes of the virus. Although the world continues to see rising figures of the virus, we are very proud to announce that we have seen a decrease in cases leading to the foreclosure of our field hospital. Our Drive-Thru’s remain at the disposal of the public and we will continue to play our part in supporting the government by educating members of the public. We strongly believe one of the reasons behind the decrease in numbers in due to the responsibility of UAE residents practicing best practices to flatten the curve”.
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About Al-Futtaim
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim today, is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Structured into four operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate and retail; employing more than 42,000 employees in more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, we partner with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands.
Al-Futtaim’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, integrity; Al-Futtaim continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day. For more information, please visit: www.alfuttaim.com
About Al-Futtaim HealthHub
The HealthHub provides accessible, integrated health management supported by smart solutions in a casual, happy and insight-driven environment. With a family doctor who knows you, knows your medical history, who you can ask anything and who is always just a message away you have a true family doctor. Our vision is to provide wellbeing for everyone to redefine the healthcare experience by delivering high quality, smart and integrated care, to enrich your life.
For more information visit Health Hub Channels
Website: https://www.healthhubalfuttaim.com/home
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthhubalfuttaim/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlFuttaimHealthHub/
Media contact:
Natasha Valentine
Al Futtaim Health
Email: natasha.valentine-external@alfuttaim.com
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