President Sheikh Mohamed has directed the adoption of a health system that guarantees comprehensive medical care for Emiratis anywhere in the UAE.
The new system was created with the aim of "ensuring universal access to high-quality health care for all citizens", reported state news agency Wam on Tuesday.
Health insurance for Emiratis was previously restricted to whichever emirate they were from.
Ahmed Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, said the new system reflects "a national vision that places human health and quality of life at the heart of the UAE's development priorities".
The new scheme signifies a strategic step towards establishing a more efficient, agile, and forward-looking national health care model, said Mr Al Sayegh. He added that "the UAE continues to advance its healthcare systems on the foundations of prevention, sustainability and innovation, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive health services to citizens in accordance with the highest international standards".
The new model supports the UAE's vision of strengthening the resilience of the health sector, achieving seamless integration across all levels of health services, and delivering long-term health outcomes for citizens at every stage of life, he added.
