The global longevity and anti-aging market is projected to soar to $183 billion by 2028. This ushers a new era for the medical community focused on transforming human health and life sciences.
Meanwhile, the UN World Population Prospects report expects a 16 percent increase in the global population aged 65 and above by 2050. Therefore, this has propelled a surge of interest in leveraging cutting-edge research to slow or even reverse the aging process. Against this backdrop, the third Future Health Summit will be a pivotal event, convening on February 1, 2024, in Dubai.
Confluence of experts
World-leading longevity experts will gather at the exclusive Future Health Summit. They will explore groundbreaking advancements in the reverse aging and longevity market. The summit aims to underscore the transformation of the human health span, emphasizing a paradigm shift in how we approach aging
Positive aging initiatives
The UAE has embraced positive aging as part of its Social Cohesion Strategy. Moreover, it has outlined this in its Centennial Plan 2071. The country is gearing up for demographic changes that necessitate an adaptive ecosystem. Hence, the Golden Visa Program is attracting an older population. Therefore, the UAE has placed great emphasis on leading the longevity market to serve its residents and citizens. Ross Williams, exhibition director for Informa Markets, highlights the revolutionary vision in the Gulf region to increase the average lifespan. This positions the Future Health Summit as a vital platform for experts to understand the latest developments and technologies.
For her part, PureHealth‘s group CEO, Shaista Asif, envisions a shift in the healthcare landscape beyond technological development and medical advancement. Modern healthcare, according to PureHealth, is about unlocking time for humankind. Therefore, the medical and research community has renewed its focus on the science of longevity and the prospects its market holds.
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Arab Health 2024
Arab Health 2024, the largest healthcare event in the Middle East, will also be a focal point for exploring the transformative impact of emerging technologies in the medical industry.
Its key highlights include the Smart Hospital, Interoperability Zone, and Transformation Zone. Moreover, it will feature talks on nanomedicine, AI, the anti-aging and longevity market, and robotics. The event will also host the Innov8 competition for health tech startups. Therefore, Arab Health 2024 promises to be a critical platform for the exchange of ideas and collaboration in shaping the future of healthcare.
As the world grapples with an aging population, the Future Health Summit and Arab Health 2024 will play pivotal roles in shaping the future of healthcare. The convergence of leading minds, technological innovation, and a shared commitment to unlocking the secrets of longevity promise a new chapter in the pursuit of well-being and an extended human lifespan.
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