Aster Volunteers launches new mobile medical units for disaster relief

UAE—Aster Volunteers, Aster DM Healthcare’s global CSR arm, has presented three new Mobile Medical Service units at Medcare Royal Specialty Hospital, Al Qusais, in Dubai.

These mobile units are intended to assist disaster victims in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) area, and were launched by Ms Alisha Moopen, Managing Director & Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare FZC.

The keys for these new units were handed over to officials from the Consulate of Morocco and Emirates Red Crescent.

The launch event saw the presence of key representatives, including Aster officials, Mr. Iqbal Khan, CEO of Fajr Capital, other key Fajr Capital officials, Emaar officials, and Emirates Red Crescent officials.

 The newly launched units are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and aim to deliver essential medical and healthcare services directly to disadvantaged individuals, significantly enhancing healthcare accessibility.

Notably, these units, introduced through the internal “Asterians United” program involving Aster DM Healthcare employees, are equipped with solar panels to harness renewable energy and are linked to a telemedicine setup.

This setup enables comprehensive diagnostic and specialty medical services to reach those in remote areas.

The mobile medical vans will provide consultations, first-aid treatment, and other essential medical services directly to needy communities.

They are slated to assist natural disaster victims in the Atlas Mountains in the Taroudant Region in Morocco through NGO Jeunes d’Atlas and for prompt short-term missions in disaster-affected zones in West Asia and Africa through Emirates Red Crescent.

Speaking at the launch, Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare, expressed his commitment to extending their healthcare services through the AVMMS initiative.

 By leveraging advanced technologies and sustainable practices, they aim to significantly impact the health and well-being of underserved communities.

Dr. Moopen concluded by emphasizing that providing accessible healthcare is crucial to them, and these newly launched mobile medical units represent a pivotal step towards achieving this goal.

Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) is a unique CSR initiative by Aster DM Healthcare that aims to bridge the gap in healthcare accessibility by providing free medical camps and disaster aid support to underserved communities in remote areas.

Since its inception, AVMMS has treated over 1.4 million individuals across India, the Middle East, and Africa, positively impacting lives in regions with limited or no access to medical facilities.

Moreover, the initiative boasts a global network of over 40 units, with new units planned for Bangladesh, Tanzania, and Zanzibar.

This expansion is supported by the Aster DM Foundation (ADMF) International, Asterians United, and Emirates Red Crescent.

Future expansions are set to include mobile units in Rwanda, Uganda, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, furthering their commitment to reaching needy communities.

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