Latifa Hospital

[1] The construction of the hospital was carried out by the Dubai-based Habtoor Leighton Group, which was awarded a US$33 million contract.

[2] It is reported that the total number of healthcare providers and ancillary employees running the hospital is approximately 1300.

[4] In 2011, the hospital was recognized by the United Nations Children’s Fund as a baby-friendly medical facility.

During a ceremony celebrating the achievement Director of the Dubai Health Authority, Qadhi Saeed Almurooshid, stated that the recognition was earned by the implementation of 10 criteria related to the 10 steps for successful breast-feeding in its baby-friendly initiative, which aimed to increase awareness of mothers about the benefits of breast-feeding.

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