If you’ve ever wished your pharmacy could teleport to your doorstep faster than your food delivery, good news—your wish has basically come true. myAster, the UAE’s pioneering omnichannel healthcare platform by Aster DM Healthcare, just expanded its round-the-clock express delivery service beyond Dubai. Yep, patients in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and Ras Al Khaimah can now get medicines, supplements, beauty care, and everyday wellness goodies delivered 24/7. Because who hasn’t run out of paracetamol at midnight or suddenly realized they’re out of baby wipes at the worst possible moment?
Beyond Just Medicines
This isn’t just about prescription refills (though that’s a lifesaver too). We’re talking the full wellness spectrum—vitamins to fuel your mornings, skincare to keep that glow going, nutrition boosters, mom-and-baby must-haves, and those “oops I forgot” essentials that always sneak up on you. After seeing Dubai’s love affair with its 60-minute delivery model, myAster decided to spread the joy across more Emirates. Basically, they’ve gone from city-chic to nationwide coverage, because convenience should never have boundaries.
Why It’s a Big Deal
Healthcare access isn’t just about hospitals and clinics anymore—it’s about speed, reliability, and knowing you don’t have to leave your sofa to stay healthy. Nalla Karunanithy, CEO of Digital Health and E-Commerce at Aster DM Healthcare, nailed it when he said this expansion is about creating an ecosystem that revolves around patients (a.k.a. you and me). It’s not only about dropping off meds, it’s about blending healthcare with lifestyle—because wellness doesn’t clock out at 9 pm.
From App to All-in-One Superhub
Launched in July 2022, myAster has already become a healthcare superapp with over 2.8 million downloads. In just three years, it’s touched more than 2 million lives and, in FY24 alone, clocked in 1 million appointment bookings—two-thirds of them made through the app. And the best part? It’s not just about deliveries. The app is your personal healthcare hub: book teleconsultations, manage chronic conditions, check lab reports, and yes—shop for everything from protein shakes to face masks.
The Bigger Picture
With its fresh launch in Saudi Arabia and now this UAE-wide 24×7 express service, myAster is shaping up to be the region’s most inclusive health and wellness platform. Imagine it as your one-stop shop for feeling good, staying well, and having everything you need arrive faster than you can say “Where’s my order?”
