UAE Health Data Regulatory Framework
Navigate the GCC and MENA regulatory landscape with confidence. We help healthcare organizations across the Emirates meet the specific data protection obligations set by federal law, NESA, the DHA, and HAAD/DOH.
The Regulations That Govern Health Data
Deep, current knowledge of the laws and standards that apply to health data across the Emirates.
Federal Law No. 2 / 2019
Applies to all methods of ICT use in health fields, with fines up to AED 1M, ensuring data security, interoperability, and international standards alignment.
Cabinet Resolution 50 / 2021
Executive regulations for healthcare data protection, security controls, and breach reporting.
Ministerial Decision 51 / 2021
Specific exemptions and compliance requirements for health data processing.
DHA Information Security Strategy
Security and information management standards for DHA-licensed facilities.
DHA Telehealth Standards
Data compliance, Tier 3 data centres, HIPAA compliance, and ISO 27001 certification for telehealth platforms.
HAAD / DOH Standards
Health information security, patient consent, EMR governance, and cross-border transfer rules.
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