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Rashid Hospital becomes the first in Dubai to implement sacral nerve stimulation technique.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, June 20, 2018: Rashid Hospital becomes the first in Dubai to implement sacral nerve stimulation known as InterStim technique for the treatment of fecal incontinence and chronic constipation. Fecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements. Many factors can cause this condition such as ......Read More

Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Dubai Cares launches ‘WASH UP! Girl Talk' program in Zimbabwe to promote healthy water, sanitation a ...

The AED 3,497,172 (USD 952,000) program will benefit 25,000 girls aged 10-12 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 June 2018: Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, launched a new program in Zimbabwe titled “WASH UP! Girl Talk” in partnership with Sesame Workshop. The AED 3,497,172 (USD ......Read More

Tuesday, June 19, 2018

Fatima Bint Hazza Inaugurates Abu Dhabi Ladies' Club

Abu Dhabi - June 18, 2018: Under the gracious patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, President of the General Women's Union, Supreme Chairperson of the Family Development Foundation, Chairwoman of Motherhood and Childhood Supreme Council, Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairperson of the ......Read More

Monday, June 18, 2018

Al Qutami ensures preparedness of DHA health facilities ahead of Eid holidays

DHA announces timings of health facilities during Eid Al Fitr holidays United Arab Emirates, Dubai, June 13, 2018: His Excellency Humaid Al Qutami, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has discussed preparedness of DHA facilities with top officials to ensure smooth delivery of health services during the Eid Al Fitr holidays. Additionally, he visited today Rashid Hospital’s Trauma and Emergency Centre to discuss health service delivery during the holidays. Al Qutami was briefed about the round-the-clock shift system and other processes that have been implemented to provide patients with high-quality care. Al Qutami highlighted ......Read More

Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Zulekha Hospital introduces ‘Lose More Win More' campaign in support of UAE's quest to fight obesity

Obesity is a major cause of NCDs (Non Communicable Diseases) which account for 76% of all deaths in the UAE Dubai, UAE, 13 June, 2018: Zulekha Hospital has announced the results of its ‘Lose More Win More’ campaign which is an employee drive designed to raise awareness on the importance of combatting obesity in UAE. The campaign involved an employee challenge to lose weight with monetary prizes as an incentive. The programme is aimed at fighting obesity in line with the UAE’s national agenda which includes 10 specific health goals to be achieved by 2021, five of which are related to Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs): tackling CVD (Cardiovascular Diseases), ......Read More

Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Emirati double amputee becomes first in the region to receive 3D printed transtibial prosthetics.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, June 12, 2018: Under the patronage of Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and in partnership with Mediclinic, Mercuris and Immensa Technology Labs, an Emirati double amputee recently became the first to receive 3D printed transtibial prosthetics. The department of humanitarian services at the DHA fully supported and funded the initiative. Twenty-five year old Emirati, Fahad Mohammed Ali, a Paralympic champion was able to walk with the maximum feeling of anatomical function due to his 3D prosthetics. His Excellency Humaid Al Qutami, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority, said, “In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh ......Read More

Tuesday, June 12, 2018

Eight Tips to Avoid Overindulging this Eid

Dubai, UAE, June 10, 2018: As Eid is a celebration with family and food at its core, one is surrounded by traditional abundance, which makes it all too easy to overindulge in the plentiful delicious treats that are available during this time. Spinneys Dubai’s health and nutrition expert, Freda Molamphy, gives some simple tips to bear in mind that should help to keep food intake a little more balanced and ensure you have a healthy and happy Eid At family meals and Eid celebrations, take small portions of the wonderful foods on offer – savour each food and eat slowly Eat lots of fresh fruit, vegetables and salads which help to balance the richness of other ......Read More

Sunday, June 10, 2018

DHA Hospitals becomes first in the Emirate to use clip technology by angiography for valve repair of ...

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, June 10, 2018: The Dubai Heart team consisting of cardiologists from Dubai and Rashid Hospital conducted the first MitraClip Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair by angiography in Dubai for an 81-year-old elderly patient with a leaky mitral valve. The MitraClip device is used for treatment of people with mitral regurgitation (MR), a serious, progressive heart disease in which the mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to flow backward into the heart, this causes shortness of breath, fatigue and if left untreated can ultimately lead to heart failure and death. Most people affected are elderly as MR incidence increases with ......Read More

Sunday, June 10, 2018
Zulekha Hospital surgeon saves patient from losing normal hand functions

Major health losses from minor accidents can be avoided if addressed rightly in time Dubai, UAE, 10 June, 2018: Sudip Adhikari, a 25-year-old Nepalese expat working in the UAE,was admitted to Zulekha Hospital Dubai after crushing his finger in a sliding door of a vehicle resulting in the amputation of his middle finger. Adhikari rushed to the hospital and had preserved the amputated part of his finger by storing it in ice, initial examinations revealed the loss of the finger nail bed and pulp tissue. Dr. Srikanth Varma Racherla, Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon at Zulekha hospital Dubai decided that an urgent surgical procedure was required to reconstruct the pulp and nail bed in order ......Read More

Sunday, June 10, 2018

Al-Futtaim ACE – FIFA World Cup

Dubai, UAE, June 7, 2018: The FIFA Football World Cup is just few weeks away and Al-Futtaim ACE has a fun range of products to host the perfect game night including football themed beanbags, chairs and floor cushions to a wide range of serveware, drinkware and snack and dip trays and more. Customers can also win prizes up ......Read More

Thursday, June 7, 2018

Dubai Health Authority marks Zayed Humanitarian Day

This day is marked to remember the Founding Father's philanthropy and humanitarian work. To mark this day, the DHA has collaborated with Dar Al Ber society to build 100 wells to provide clean drinking water to people in countries of need. United Arab Emirates, Dubai, June 4, 2018: Dubai Health Authority held several ......Read More

Monday, June 4, 2018

Helping Restore The Lost Confidence for Moms

Dubai, UAE, June 3, 2018: Many women notice changes in their bodies post-pregnancy. Pregnancy can be tough on a woman's body - from the rapid weight gain (and subsequent loss), to over-expanding skin, to a baby pressing against your internal organs for months on end. In most of the cases, patients consult plastic surgeons because they are not comfortable with the way they feel physically and emotionally after the child bearings. Plastic surgery is an option to restore and give back to the patient the lost confidence improving the shape of their bodies or improving the scars they have had. The decision to undergo a surgical procedure is a big one, it takes a lot of courage ......Read More

Sunday, June 3, 2018
Blood donation awareness a constant need in Ramadan

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, May 30, 2018: The DHA-run Blood Donation Centre is encouraging donors, especially those with rare blood groups to continue donating during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Dr Mai Raouf, Director of the Dubai Health Authority run Dubai Blood Donation, said: “The centre will be open after Iftar so that people who are fasting also have an opportunity to donate blood after breaking the fast. We also hold regular blood donation campaigns. Each year, we find that people come forward and readily donate blood during the Holy Month and we are thankful to the community for their dedication.” She said the centre is open from 8 pm to 1 am from Sunday ......Read More

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

Panasonic boosts efforts in increasing asthma awareness, holds asthma health fair for employees

Dubai, UAE, May 30, 2018: Panasonic Eco Solutions Middle East & Africa (PESMAF), a division of Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF), continues to help raise further awareness about asthma in view of the increasing rates of asthma prevalence in the UAE. A study conducted across the Middle East revealed that 13 ......Read More

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

Pure Health introduces Aptio 2 robotic automation system in the region

With the advanced diagnostic system, Ibrahim Bin Hamad Obaidullah Hospital becomes the central reference location point for all labs in Ras Al Khaimah. Dubai, UAE, May 29, 2018: PureHealth, leading healthcare technology solutions provider in the UAE, has announced introduction of one of the world’s most advanced diagnostic systems ......Read More

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

Concerns on the rising incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Middle East

More than four million people worldwide are affected by ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD). , , , , , The number is rising to reach 6.3 per 100,000 persons for UC and 5.0 per 100,000 persons for CD in newly industrialized countries, including those in the Middle Eastxvi. Dubai, UAE, 28 May 2018: Leading experts in the UAE are raising awareness on the growing incidence of Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) among communities in the Middle East. Inflammatory bowel disease refers to two disorders, ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD), that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. In ......Read More

Monday, May 28, 2018
Dental Clinic Offers Tips to Stay on Top of Oral Hygiene During Ramadan

Leading Abu Dhabi dentist urges residents to follow simple steps to maintain dental hygiene and prevent bad breath while fasting Abu Dhabi, 28 May 2018: An Abu Dhabi dental practice is urging all patients to maintain oral hygiene while fasting during Ramadan and offering ten top tips to keep on top of oral health during the Holy Month. Dr Nasser Fouda, Periodontist at Snö Dental Clinic, has been practicing in the region for over 25 years and has found that fasting during Ramadan can often lead to bad breath and other forms of poor oral hygiene, but can also lead to more serious issues if not managed correctly. He revealed how ......Read More

Monday, May 28, 2018

Effectively Regulating Sleep during Ramadan

May 27, 2018, United Arab Emirates: In the UAE, lack of sleep is a serious concern that can lead to much bigger issues. Among other things, a lack of sleep can weaken the immune system’s defenses against viruses, increase the risk for high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, and lead to issues related to heart disease. Research has found that 90% of individuals in the UAE are sleep deprived, with only 46.42% sleeping for seven hours per night. Studies have also found that one in four people residing in the UAE suffer from some form or symptom of sleep disorders. Medcare doctor, Dr. Hady Jerdak, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases and Sleep Medicine at Medcare ......Read More

Sunday, May 27, 2018

Dubai Health Authority forms CEO council

Aim is to ensure integration and coordination between the various corporations and sectors in the new DHA structure. The CEO council will also help in quick decision-making, monitor performance and developmental projects. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 27, 2018: His Excellency Humaid Al Qutami, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) formed today a CEO council for the DHA and assigned members to the council. The aim is to ensure integration and coordination between the various corporations and sectors in line with the new DHA structure. Al Qutami, said: “The formation of this council will help us accelerate our plan towards implementing the ......Read More

Sunday, May 27, 2018

Diabetes Center to organize session on the power of “Brain Parenting”

Dubai’s RAK Diabetes Center invites parents to learn how a child’s mind works to further improve their brain development graph Understand neuroscience techniques to create win-win parenting solutions May 24, 2018; Dubai, UAE: With focus on parents’ role in brain development of a young child, Dubai’s ......Read More

Thursday, May 24, 2018
Tips for healthy eating during Ramadan

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 24, 2018: The Holy month of Ramadan is a special month of deep significance for the Muslim community, as does the act of fasting, which is all about sacrifice. However, abstaining from food and water for prolonged periods and a change in schedule in eating and sleeping patterns, all of which can cause health problems ranging from dehydration and weight gain, to fatigue and indigestion. Unless, they are treated with a healthy awareness so that you can benefit from the wellness of fasting. Following some simple guidelines can keep these problems at bay and ensure that you celebrate Ramadan on a healthy and safe note, says ......Read More

Thursday, May 24, 2018

IVI Middle East Fertility Clinic Hits Another Milestone

The clinic marks 500 successful pregnancies in 3 years in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, May 24, 2018: It was three years ago, that the world leaders in Reproductive Medicine, IVI Fertility made its foray into the Middle East. Since then, more than 500 successful pregnancies have been achieved at the clinic which handles about 20 per cent of all in-vitro fertilization (IVF) cases in the emirate. “This is a very exciting time for IVI Middle East Fertility Clinic. It is a huge milestone not only for our doctors and staff, but also for the local community who had faith in the brand and entrusted us to help them fight infertility. Given our volume of ......Read More

Thursday, May 24, 2018

Experts highlight the need for comprehensive stroke care

Boehringer Ingelheim inaugurates its 4th Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) stroke academy with leading cardiologists and neurologists highlighting the latest protocols in managing stroke incidences in the region from prevention to treatment The 2018 META stroke academy has been officially endorsed by the European Stroke Organization Every 30 minutes, a stroke patients dies or is disabled not because of stroke, but because they were not receiving the standard of treatment a specialized stroke unit provides United Arab Emirates, Dubai, 23 May 2018: Boehringer Ingelheim, one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies recently inaugurated its 4th ......Read More

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Al Jalila Foundation and Sanofi Join Forces to Advance Scientific Research in the UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 May 2018: Al Jalila Foundation and Sanofi joined forces to develop and implement a scientific education program to encourage medical research and drive scientific innovation in the UAE. The joint effort involved the implementation of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training programs that will upskill and enhance expertise for healthcare professionals, investigators and nurses. The program aims to cultivate a strong research based environment that can sustain the development of safe and effective treatments to address unmet patient needs, supported by sound scientific evidence, ethical principles, and clearly established ......Read More

Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Experts raise concerns on the rising incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Middle East

More than four million people worldwide are affected by ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD), recent studies have shown that it is rising in newly industrialized countries like those in the Middle East to reach 6.3 per 100,000 persons for ulcerative colitis and 5.0 per 100,000 persons for Crohn’s diseasexvi. IBD is associated with higher rates of anxiety and depression in patients due to the decreased quality of life. Those living in urban areas and industrial nations may be more likely to develop UC and CD. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 May 2018: On the occasion of World IBD Day, leading experts in the UAE are raising awareness on the growing ......Read More

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Four Ministry of Health and Prevention healthcare centres receive international healthcare re-accred ...

UAE, June 6, 2018- The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) announced that four of its primary healthcare centres in Dubai have received the Renewal of JCI Accreditation for the application of standards and specifications in line with global requirements and international best practices. The Al Rashidiya, Al Muhaisnah, Hor Al Anz, and Al Ittihad medical centres received this accreditation renewal for providing high quality healthcare services and management, patient and crew safety and upkeep of infrastructure and facilities, in accordance with internationally established standards, protocols and results of clinical care. H.E. Dr. Hussain Abdul Rahman Rand, Assistant Undersecretary ......Read More

Thursday, June 7, 2018

Ministry of Health & Prevention wins ‘Global Winner Award' in ‘Idea of the Year' category of Ideas A ...

UAE, 5 June, 2018- The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) won the ‘Global Winner 2018’ award during its participation at the Ideas Arabia 13th International Conference & Competition 2018, which was held under the theme ‘Spirit of Innovation.’ The event witnessed Dubai Quality Group and its Ideas Arabia subgroup honor winners from various categories of the competition. The Ideas Arabia Competition 2018 highlighted the innovations and creations developed by employees and individuals that were implemented by the organizations to achieve quality results over the past year. The Conference is the largest platform in the Gulf and the Middle East to share ......Read More

Tuesday, June 5, 2018

Sharjah Healthcare City announces the launch of first US$100 million hospital

Sharjah, UAE; May 22, 2018: Sharjah Healthcare City Authority (SHCC) in a press briefing today announced that Abu Dhabi based Ahalia Group has been awarded the permission to set up a US$100 million, 120 bed hospital. This multi-specialty hospital spread across 50,000 square meters is the very first hospital to set its footprint within the ......Read More

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

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Rashid Hospital becomes the first in Dubai to implement sacral nerve stimulation technique.

Dubai Cares launches ‘WASH UP! Girl Talk' program in Zimbabwe to promote healthy water, sanitation a ...

Fatima Bint Hazza Inaugurates Abu Dhabi Ladies' Club

Al Qutami ensures preparedness of DHA health facilities ahead of Eid holidays

Zulekha Hospital introduces ‘Lose More Win More' campaign in support of UAE's quest to fight obesity

Emirati double amputee becomes first in the region to receive 3D printed transtibial prosthetics.

Eight Tips to Avoid Overindulging this Eid

DHA Hospitals becomes first in the Emirate to use clip technology by angiography for valve repair of ...

Zulekha Hospital surgeon saves patient from losing normal hand functions

Al-Futtaim ACE – FIFA World Cup

Dubai Health Authority marks Zayed Humanitarian Day

Helping Restore The Lost Confidence for Moms

Blood donation awareness a constant need in Ramadan

Panasonic boosts efforts in increasing asthma awareness, holds asthma health fair for employees

Pure Health introduces Aptio 2 robotic automation system in the region

Concerns on the rising incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Middle East

Dental Clinic Offers Tips to Stay on Top of Oral Hygiene During Ramadan

Effectively Regulating Sleep during Ramadan

Dubai Health Authority forms CEO council

Diabetes Center to organize session on the power of “Brain Parenting”

Tips for healthy eating during Ramadan

IVI Middle East Fertility Clinic Hits Another Milestone

Experts highlight the need for comprehensive stroke care

Al Jalila Foundation and Sanofi Join Forces to Advance Scientific Research in the UAE

Experts raise concerns on the rising incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Middle East

Four Ministry of Health and Prevention healthcare centres receive international healthcare re-accred ...

Ministry of Health & Prevention wins ‘Global Winner Award' in ‘Idea of the Year' category of Ideas A ...

Sharjah Healthcare City announces the launch of first US$100 million hospital