Common drugs like Paracetamol 500 mg and some vitamin and calcium tablets – were of sub-standard quality. NEW DELHI: The drug regulator in India has identified 50 essential medicines, including those for fever and seizures, as being of poor quality across the country. These drugs, crucial for treating various health conditions, range from paracetamol and […]
Marking Cancer Survivor Month, a unique gathering at Burjeel Specialty Hospital highlights the UAE’s advanced cancer care capabilities. Sharjah: The battle against cancer is often fought with the support of loved ones and the medical community. For Maysaa Abdullah Rashid, this support became a ray of hope throughout her daunting journey. From diagnostics to chemotherapy […]
If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok lately, you’ve probably come across the latest trend: facial gum. Users everywhere are chewing this special gum and claiming it gives them a more defined jawline and toned facial muscles. But does it really work, or is it just another social media craze? Facial gum is designed to provide […]
Chiari malformation is a growth abnormality where brain tissue in the lower back of the skull extends into the spinal canal. Dubai: A 12-year-old boy with a congenital condition called Chiari malformation has been blessed with a newfound lease of life after undergoing a decompression surgery at Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital (MOSH) in Dubai. The boy […]
Despite being diagnosed with a twisted fallopian tube at 31 weeks of pregnancy, leading to a rare heterotopic pregnancy, the mother successfully gave birth to a healthy baby weighing three-kilograms. Sharjah: A mother with heterotopic pregnancy, an extremely uncommon condition in which a woman has both a normal intrauterine pregnancy and an ectopic pregnancy or pregnancy […]
Of these inspections by Dubai Health Authority, 70% were conducted remotely via the “Rased” smart system for licensing and smart inspection of health facilities. Dubai: Dubai Health Authority conducted 615 inspections during the first quarter of this year. Of these inspections, 70% were conducted remotely via the “Rased” smart system for licensing and smart inspection […]
Dubai: Aging is often perceived as an inevitable decline; a slow march towards frailty, disease, and diminished capabilities. This perspective, deeply ingrained in our societal constructs, shapes our attitudes toward getting older and influences the allocation of resources in healthcare and research. However, emerging medical technologies offer a transformative vision: aging is not an inevitable […]
June marks Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the health issues that affect men disproportionately and encouraging them to prioritize their well-being. Men’s health often takes a backseat due to societal norms emphasizing stoicism and self-reliance. However, this neglect can lead to serious consequences. Heart disease, cancer, and mental health disorders […]
Dubai: As summer vacation approaches, many of us are eager to escape our daily routines and explore new destinations. However, it is crucial to prioritise health and safety to ensure a pleasant and worry-free holiday. Below are some medical precautions and recommendations to keep in mind when planning your summer travel. 1. Pre-Travel Health Check-Up […]
Japanese researchers are nearing a major breakthrough in dental medicine with a drug that can regrow human teeth. Developed by Toregem Biopharma, this state-of-the-art treatment targets the USAG-1 gene, which inhibits tooth growth, enabling new teeth to form from existing buds. The drug has presented promising results in animal trials, and has paved the way […]
Researchers worldwide are exploring the potential of islet transplants as an alternative treatment for diabetes, utilizing islet-like cells derived from human stem cell cultures. A Chinese research team, led by Yin Hao at Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, has achieved notable progress in this field after a decade-long effort. In July 2021, a patient underwent a cell […]
