Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025 wrap-up: HELM initiative will drive healthcare partnerships, AI-led drug discovery and life science innovation across the Middle East

Among the major announcements at the Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025 was the launch of the Health, Endurance, Longevity, and Medicine (HELM) cluster—a cross-sector initiative spearheaded by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), and the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH). Here’s a deep dive into what this means for the future of health, and how Abu Dhabi is positioning as a global AI-led health and life sciences hub.