Emirati Women’s Day: Doctor raises UAE flag atop Europe’s highest peak to promote healthcare for all

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Her ascent carried a profound message, as she carried six hand-drawn symbols representing various aspects of healthcare sustainability

Dr. Aisha Al Maamari, an Emirati physician specialising in emergency and critical care medicine, scaled the towering heights of Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak, raising the UAE flag proudly above its summit.

The climb, completed ahead of Emirati Women’s Day on Monday (August 28), was not just a physical triumph but a symbolic gesture of her dedication to social responsibility and healthcare awareness.