Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a leading hospital in Abu Dhabi, UAE known for advanced care, achieved a significant milestone by successfully removing an unusually large ovarian tumor. The tumor, weighing 30.5kg, was rare for its size, but Dr. Muhieddine Seoud and the OB-GYN surgical team skillfully completed the 1.5-hour operation at SSMC. […]
Healthcare providers and hospitals in the UAE are readying themselves for an uptick in patients seeking treatment for illnesses linked to heavy rains and stagnant water. These conditions encompass diseases like typhoid, bacterial infections, and mosquito- and fly-borne illnesses such as dengue. The recent unprecedented rainfall has resulted in extensive flooding across various roads and […]
Scientific research underscores the profound impact of kindness on stress management, heart health, mental well-being, happiness, and even life expectancy. Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi 360 focusing on incorporating kindness into your daily life isn’t just a gesture; it’s a powerful tool for enhancing your overall well-being and longevity. Scientific research underscores the profound impact of […]
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, officially opened the 49th edition of Arab Health, the largest healthcare exhibition in the MENA region, on Monday, 29 January. Under the show theme of ‘Connecting Minds, Transforming […]
Arab Health set to return to Dubai from January 29 to February 1 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Dubai: Arab Health, the Middle East’s largest healthcare exhibition and congress, is set to return to Dubai from January 29 to February 1 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This year’s edition will cover an extended […]
The latest World Health Organisation (WHO) tobacco trends report revealing a global decline in tobacco use. With 1.25 billion adult tobacco users worldwide, the report shows a continued reduction in tobacco consumption rates since 2000. Successful cases include Brazil and the Netherlands, achieving a 35% and 30% relative reduction, respectively, through MPOWER tobacco control measures. […]
In a recent development, India’s drug regulator has taken a decisive step to safeguard the health of young children by restricting the use of a common anti-cold drug mixture. The decision, which prohibits the usage of the medication in children below four years of age, comes as part of an effort to ensure the safety […]
In the world of diets and weight loss, there’s a new buzz: the 30-30-30 rule. It’s making waves across social media and kitchen tables alike, promising a simple yet effective approach to shedding those extra pounds. But the big question is, does it actually work? Let’s break down the basics of this viral diet and […]
Do you suppress your sneeze by pinching your nose and sealing your mouth? A man did just that and tore his windpipe! Doctors are saying not to try stopping sneezes and to let them happen naturally. It can increase the pressure in the upper airways by as much as 20 times. A guy in his […]
Dubai: Aster Volunteers, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, has successfully concluded the third edition of ‘Heart2Heart Cares 2023,’ a global CSR initiative which spans across GCC and India aimed at promoting heart health while saving the lives of underprivileged children in need of heart surgery. The event culminated in a grand celebration […]
Dubai: Mark your calendars, set your goals, and get ready for the seventh edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC). Offering an action-packed 30-day calendar of free sporting events, villages, community hubs, classes, and activities, DFC 2023 is taking place from Saturday 28 October to Sunday 26 November. The flagship fitness initiative from His Highness […]
