The recently issued decision by the Executive Council of Sharjah regarding the regulation of health-related activities and professions marks a significant step toward enhancing the healthcare framework in the emirate. This comprehensive regulation aims to establish a coherent system for managing health services, ensuring quality care is provided across both public and private health facilities. With this decisive move, the Executive Council of Sharjah reaffirms its commitment to upholding high standards in health service delivery while synchronizing efforts to align with the best global practices.
Sharjah (WAM) – His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council, chaired the Executive Council meeting held yesterday morning at the Ruler’s Office. At the beginning of the meeting, the Council extended its congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, as well as to the leadership and people of the UAE, on the occasion of the inclusion of “Al Fayah” in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
The Council affirmed that this historic achievement reflects Sharjah’s historical and archaeological significance and documents humanity’s ability to adapt in the region over the ages. It crowns Sharjah’s research and scientific efforts in preserving its historical and humanitarian heritage. The Council also praised His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for approving a new batch of beneficiaries for housing support in Sharjah, allocated for urgent cases, with a budget of 335 million dirhams. This reflects His Highness’s commitment to providing a decent life and supporting families, ensuring their stability and cohesion.
The Council reviewed the final account report for the year 2024, which presents the actual financial results, expenditures, and revenues of government departments and independent entities in Sharjah for the fiscal year 2024. Additionally, the Council issued a decision regarding the regulation of health activities and professions in Sharjah, which will apply to local health facilities affiliated with the emirate’s government, as well as private health facilities in the emirate and free zones, along with the professionals working in those facilities. It is worth noting that the provisions of this decision do not include health facilities affiliated with federal government entities operating in the emirate.
The decision aims to achieve several objectives, including the establishment of an integrated system for health regulation management, which focuses on developing health facility licensing services by the Sharjah Health Authority and licensing health professionals working therein. The decision also seeks to ensure the quality of health services provided and to enhance governance standards through transparency, fairness, and legal accountability in the health sector of the emirate.
The decision includes legal provisions related to the competencies of the Sharjah Health Authority, committees for accountability, practices, and medical grievances, as well as regulations for practicing health activities and professions. It also outlines the conditions and procedures for issuing health facility licenses and health professional licenses. Furthermore, the decision addresses administrative penalties, fees, and judicial enforcement, reflecting a shift toward better organization that contributes to the enhancement of health services.