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Relief Effort Progress Highlighted at the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting in New York, September 26-29, 2015

IRVINE, Calif - Monday, September 28th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) announced progress today at the 2015 Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting towards its commitment to donate $5 million in Signal Extraction Technology® Pulse Oximeters and Pulse CO-Oximeters® and other medical equipment to Jordanian hospitals to help improve patient care for Syrian and Iraqi refugees, as well as Jordanian citizens. A progress report video highlighting the Masimo relief effort was featured at the Plenary Session called Investing in Prevention and Resilient Health Systems. The first shipment of equipment is already in use at Al-Bashir hospital in Amman. The rest of the equipment will arrive at the Ministry of Health Office in Jordan shortly. Masimo also committed to provide ongoing training and technical support to the clinicians ... Read more »

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, September 23rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Higher Committee for Child Protection at the Ministry of Interior stressed the need for parents to be vigilant and to avoid leaving children alone and unattended especially inside cars near shopping centers or parks and while visiting the family, in order to avoid suffocation accidents, and other accidents that may be caused by neglect. It also called upon parents to always comply with prevention and safety procedures, especially during Eid Al Adha holidays.

Major General Dr. Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Child Protection, called upon parents to provide the necessary means to protect children. He pointed out that children do not realize the risks surrounding them, hence the vital role of parents in protecting children from themselves and from others. He also hope ... Read more »

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, September 23rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Security Media Department extends its warmest greetings and thanks for your unrelenting cooperation. We highly value your partnership aimed at boosting security and safety system in the UAE.

In line with our ongoing effort to shed the light on the positive and negative behaviors that are captured by the Security Media patrols cameras, we will keep providing you with a reality photo and caption of the various behaviors and incidents taking place in society and photographed by our patrols. We hope that you would kindly dedicate the appropriate space to these photos and captions, which aim to promote security awareness, and improve the sense of security and community responsibility.

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“Abu Dhabi Police: always ready to Support and assist you”

(Courtesy of the Security Media)

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, September 22nd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. Colonel Salah Abdullah Al Hemairi, Chief of the Al Ain Traffic Section at the Traffic and Patrols Directorate at Abu Dhabi Police, said that the section will intensify the efforts in the various internal and external areas of Al Ain during the Eid Al Adha holiday.  Traffic patrols will be deployed throughout the city in order to prevent traffic jams caused by increased numbers of motorists on the roads.

“The arrangements include increased patrols to prevent negative behaviors from some motorists, and to control the roads with high efficiency,” he added. “The patrols will be more concentrated around the Eid prayer locations, abattoirs and Al Ain tourist attractions such as Green Mubazzarah, Jebel Hafeet and Hili Fun City. The patrols will also be available in residential and commercial areas, parks and other places.”

Al Hemairi urged motorists and memb ... Read more »

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With the Participation of 17 Staff members from the Police Operations Department

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, September 23rd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

 Major General Omair Muhammad Ateeq Al Muhairi, Director General of Police Operations at Abu Dhabi Police, attended the graduation of the “VIP Security and Close Protection and Property Guarding” Course. The function, which was held at the Capital Police Directorate in Abu Dhabi, was attended by general directors and high ranking officers.

Major General Al Muhairi said that such courses aim to promote practical skills development of police staff members. He also stressed the importance of continuous learning and transfer of knowledge, in the quest to advance the improvement and development process. “This approach would reflect positively on the quality of work and overall results,” he continued.

Major General Al Muhairi praised the efforts of the graduates and their ... Read more »

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With Citizen, Resident or Investor Sponsors

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, September 27th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior has called upon the public to acquire the 90 day UAE entry permit, also known as a visit visa, through the Ministry’s e-services. The visit visa, which requires sponsorship from a citizen, resident or investor, is available via the e-services that are provided through various channels, the website www.moi.gov.ae, and the UAE-MOI app on smartphones.

Major General Khalifa Hareb Al Khaiaili, Acting Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Naturalization, Residency and Ports Affairs, stressed the keenness of the Naturalization, Residency and Ports sector to streamline the procedures and to reduce the time and effort exerted by the customers. This comes as part of the ongoing efforts to keep pace with technological advancements, and to complete customer requests quickly, accurately, and with ease.

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, September 22nd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

A delegation from the Ministry of Interior (MoI) recently visited the exhibition of the Security in Government (SIG) conference in Canberra, Australia, which was held at the beginning of the month. The delegation was headed by Major General Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the Ministry of Interior and Deputy Chairman of the Higher Organizing Committee of the International Exhibition for Security and National Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi 2016).

The delegation was received by H.E Dr. Obeid Al Ketbi, UAE Ambassador to Australia.

This visit comes within the ongoing preparations to organize the International Exhibition for Security and National Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi 2016) and to invite international companies to participate in the exhibition in its next edition scheduled to be held in Abu Dhabi from 15 – 17 March.

During its visit to the exhibition, the MoI ... Read more »

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INGELHEIM, Germany - Sunday, September 27th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

    Data from the LUX-Lung 8 trial showed GIOTRIF® (afatinib*) significantly delayed progression of lung cancer (primary endpoint) and improved overall survival (key secondary endpoint) compared to Tarceva® (erlotinib) in patients with advanced squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the lung
    Superior survival outcomes observed with afatinib versus erlotinib were independent of the EGFR mutation status of the tumours, suggesting afatinib is a viable treatment option for a broad range of patients with SCC of the lung
    Further data presented at ECC 2015 confirm the efficacy of afatinib observed in LUX-Lung 8 was also associated with improvements in patient reported outcomes
    The FDA and EMA have both accepted filing applications for afatinib for the treatment of patients with advanced SCC of the lung

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- B ... Read more »

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, September 26th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

According to Lt. Colonel Nasser Al Maskari, Head of the Operations Department at Abu Dhabi Police, the Abu Dhabi Police Operations Room has received 210 SMS via the text messaging service system number 5999 for people with special needs; between January 1st and August 31st 2015. Most of the messages were requests for inquiries and assistance.

He said: “The 5999 service number has been allocated for reporting issues by SMS by people with special needs. The project allows special needs persons to easily communicate with the Abu Dhabi Police in case of an accident or emergency situation. It also contributes to enhancing police services in order to cater to the needs of this category; in response to the police leadership’s directives on the need to communicate with people with special needs, provide them with the necessary assistance and allow them to benefit from the various servic ... Read more »

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INGELHEIM, Germany. - Sunday, September 27th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

    VARGATEF® (nintedanib*) plus docetaxel significantly decreased tumour burden and slowed tumour growth over time in lung cancer patients with adenocarcinoma after first-line chemotherapy, compared to docetaxel alone
    Patients with advanced adenocarcinoma receiving VARGATEF® plus docetaxel benefited from about 10% reduction in tumour growth over six months of treatment compared to those receiving placebo plus docetaxel
    The benefit of VARGATEF® plus docetaxel was even more pronounced for those lung cancer patients with advanced adenocarcinoma who had the poorest prognosis

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Boehringer Ingelheim today announced at the European Cancer Congress (ECC) in Vienna, Austria, further data to support the efficacy of VARGATEF® (nintedanib*) in combination with docetaxel for the treatment of advanced non-small cell lung ... Read more »

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Friday, September 25th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Abu Dhabi Police hosted three different workshops to discuss the optimal ways to develop mechanisms related to partners’ relationship management, ; exchange  opinions about the Partners Management e-System(PMS). The workshops also aim to discuss the plan to implement this methodology and identify the needs of the partners.

The Diwan Department, represented by the Key Partnerships Section at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, recently organized the workshops, with the participation of liaison officers and their deputies in charge of implementing the methodology, alongside representatives of the partners, and 60 concerned attendees.

Brigadier Mohammed Rashid bin Kasheem Al Shamesi, Head of the Diwan Department at the Abu Dhabi Police, said that these workshops come in line with the directions of the General Headquarters on the need to build effective partnerships, and pay attentio ... Read more »

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, September 22nd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Directorate General of Police Operations at Abu Dhabi Police has called upon members of the community to not hesitate in requesting emergency assistance when needed by calling the Police Operations Rooms (999), or the “Aman” Service (8002626).  The Directorate General has also assured that it has enhanced and increased the deployment of security patrols in various shopping areas within the emirate of Abu Dhabi in order to secure the safety of all facilities through any means necessary and to increase customer satisfaction.

Major General Omair Muhammad Ateeq Al Muhairi, Director General of Police Operations at Abu Dhabi Police, said that Abu Dhabi Police is keen to provide impeccable police services in consideration of every segment of society. “Everyone is vital and their contributions are a fundamental aspect of the success of police and security work, which aims ... Read more »

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, September 22nd 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Community Police Department at the Abu Dhabi Police has intensified its foot patrols in various commercial centers and areas of Abu Dhabi in preparation for the Eid El Adha holiday. This measure falls within its strategy to communicate with community members, to resolve any disputes that may arise, and to control the expected crowds and traffic jams before the holiday.

Major Yussuf Faraj, Deputy Director of the Community Police Department, pointed out that the presence of the Community Police teams throughout the various areas of the emirate exemplifies their keenness to listen to any suggestions and complaints from the public. “The Community Police teams are dedicated to resolving any disagreements and endeavor to promote all efforts to maintain order in busy areas,” he said; noting that that the teams are also involved in regulating the distribution of sacrificial meat and ... Read more »

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