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Health sector poised for rapid progress
February 23, 2026
Health sector poised for rapid progress

The Sultanate of Oman’s health sector is entering a dynamic phase of advancement, with strategic achievements in 2025 and ambitious plans for 2026 unveiled by the Ministry of Health.

The Mindful Fast: Balancing Spirit and Vitality This Ramadan
February 12, 2026by OHE Feature by Swathi Suresh
The Mindful Fast: Balancing Spirit and Vitality This Ramadan

Ramadan is a marathon of the heart and body. Listen to your physical cues; if you feel extreme dizziness, your body is asking for a pause.

The Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Focus in a Hyper-Connected 2026
February 9, 2026
The Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Focus in a Hyper-Connected 2026

The push for a digital detox in 2026 is stronger than ever

CONNECT Partners with Health Tourism Development Centre of Islamic Countries to Advance Oman’s Health Tourism Sector
February 5, 2026by OHE Feature by Swathi Suresh
CONNECT Partners with Health Tourism Development Centre of Islamic Countries to Advance Oman’s Health Tourism Sector

CONNECT has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Health Tourism Development Centre of Islamic Countries (HTDC),

The Shift to Decentralized Care: Reimagining the Patient Journey in 2026
February 2, 2026by OHE Feature by Swathi Suresh
The Shift to Decentralized Care: Reimagining the Patient Journey in 2026

For decades, the global standard for high-quality healthcare was defined by the "mega-hospital", massive, centralized institutions housing every imaginable specialty under one roof.

Royal Hospital achieves breakthrough with colorectal cancer diagnostic testing
January 20, 2026
Royal Hospital achieves breakthrough with colorectal cancer diagnostic testing

The Royal Hospital has announced a major medical milestone by successfully localising advanced molecular testing for colorectal cancer.

Oman launches major healthcare initiatives, including early cancer detection units
January 7, 2026
Oman launches major healthcare initiatives, including early cancer detection units

A new nuclear and radiopharmaceutical facility will be established to meet the growing demand for diagnostic and treatment services

Oman to advance 20 PPP and Offset projects in 2026
January 7, 2026
Oman to advance 20 PPP and Offset projects in 2026

Under the PPP model, a private operator will be entrusted with fleet operations, maintenance and service quality improvements

Biotech breakthrough wins Oman’s top science prize 2025
January 7, 2026
Biotech breakthrough wins Oman’s top science prize 2025

A pioneering biotech research project from Oman has clinched the country’s top science accolade for 2025, spotlighting homegrown innovation in regenerative medicine.

Google Gemini Can Now Build Your 2026 Fitness Plan — Here’s the Prompt to Use
January 6, 2026by OHE Feature by Swathi Suresh
Google Gemini Can Now Build Your 2026 Fitness Plan — Here’s the Prompt to Use

Every new year begins with ambitious resolutions, often centred around eating better, exercising more, and living healthier.

More Than 40 Million People Use ChatGPT Daily for Healthcare Advice, OpenAI Claims
January 6, 2026
More Than 40 Million People Use ChatGPT Daily for Healthcare Advice, OpenAI Claims

OpenAI wants ChatGPT to be a bigger player in healthcare. First, they need regulators to play ball.

Oman Health 2026: A New Year of Growth, Quality Care, and Resilience
January 4, 2026by OHE Feature by Swathi Suresh
Oman Health 2026: A New Year of Growth, Quality Care, and Resilience

In 2025, public satisfaction with healthcare services in Oman reached 81.8 %, up significantly from 73.4 % in 2023, signaling growing confidence in services across both public and private faciliti