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Arab Health, the region’s largest and most influential healthcare event, is poised to address the rapid growth of wearable medical devices in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), a market projected to reach $3.29bnby 2033.
This growth comes amid increased demand for wearable health technologies that offer real-time health monitoring and personalised care.
According to research by SPER Market Research, the MEA wearable medical device market will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.1 per cent from 2024 to 2033.
Devices such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, wearable ECG monitors, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors are leading the charge. These devices are not only revolutionising the way individuals monitor their vital signs, sleep patterns, and physical activity, but also transforming the healthcare landscape by enabling preventive care, early detection, and more effective disease management.
Globally, the market is expected to surpass $151bn by 2029, according to BCC Research.
Expansion of the wearable medical device market
The rapid expansion of this market is driven by multiple factors, including the rise in chronic lifestyle diseases, an ageing population, and growing demand for affordable healthcare solutions. Wearables are offering a practical alternative to traditional healthcare models by reducing the need for hospitalisation and enabling individuals to manage their health from the comfort of their homes.
“During the Covid-19 pandemic, wearable devices proved invaluable by remotely monitoring vital signs and symptoms, reducing the need for in-person consultations,” said Ross Williams, senior exhibition director, Informa Markets. “Since then, the technology has become more sophisticated and reliable, allowing healthcare professionals to create precise treatment plans based on data collected from wearables. At Arab Health 2025, we will explore the next generation of wellness wearables and how these innovations are shaping patient care and daily lifestyles.”
New features at Arab Health 2025
As part of its 50th edition, Arab Health 2025 will introduce the Eco-Sphere Zone, dedicated to highlighting breakthroughs in personalized wellness technologies. This new feature will include the World of Wellness Conference, where global thought leaders will discuss the future of longevity, mental health, nutrition, biohacking, and sustainable wellness practices. Key discussions will focus on the role of wearables and telemedicine in improving health outcomes, along with innovations in wellness tools.
Several renowned speakers have already been confirmed for the World of Wellness Conference, including Sergey Young, a longevity investor and bestselling author, who is on a mission to extend the healthy lifespans of at least one billion people. “We are on the brink of a transformation in human health and longevity,” Young said. “With groundbreaking advancements in science and technology, we are building a future where living longer and healthier lives is within everyone’s reach – a vision that redefines what it means to be human by 2050.”
Other notable speakers include Alyaa Al Mulla, Founder of Longevity and Conference Chair, and Cedric Betis, Wellness Advisor at the Dubai Future Council on Health and Wellbeing. The conference will also feature the Healthcare ESG Forum, where experts will share strategies on how to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles within the healthcare industry, a growing area of focus in the sector.
Scheduled to take place from January 27 – 30, 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Arab Health 2025 is expected to attract over 60,000 visitors and more than 3,800 exhibitors, marking a significant milestone in the event’s history.
As the largest healthcare exhibition in the Middle East, the event will showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovations that are reshaping the healthcare sector globally.
Arab Health 2025 will be held under the theme “Where the world of healthcare meets” and will be supported by key government entities, including the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Dubai Health Authority, the Department of Health, and Dubai Healthcare City Authority.
For more information on Arab Health 2025, visit www.arabhealthonline.com
