13 November 2019

Finding adaptable solutions to treat Atopic Dematitis
AD impacts approximately 15 to 20 per cent of children and 1 to 3 per cent of adults worldwide.
13 November 2019

UAE survey finds key factors to managing diabetes
Read more about the results here.
05 November 2019

Revolutionary surgical camera system now available in UAE
This innovative instrument will enable multi-expert procedures.
31 October 2019

Gene-targeted homeopathic treatment arrives in UAE
The homeopathic medicines are both natural and effective, based on a patient’s genetic make-up.
16 October 2019

Partnering for health
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi was developed through a partnership between Mubadala Investment Company and the U.S.-based Cleveland Clinic to deliver world-class care to the region.
16 October 2019

U.S.-GCC country collaborations to increase health system capacity
Healthcare providers and governments in the GCC have partnered with USCIPP member health systems to design and implement a variety of initiatives.
15 October 2019

Healthcare Diplomacy: Where doing well meets doing good
A confluence of need, expertise, and opportunity.
13 October 2019

The link between PCOS and sedentary lifestyle
Reportedly, 27.6 per cent women in the UAE suffer from the disorder.
02 October 2019

Identifying gaps in hospital IT infrastructure
Experts have identified three areas where today’s hospitals can benefit from increased attention and investment in their IT infrastructure.
29 September 2019

Why cognitive bias matters for healthcare communications
Finding the right motivators is essential to drive behavioural change.
26 September 2019

A six-step guide to building good heart health
CVD remains the number one cause of death in the UAE, accounting for over two-thirds of all deaths.
22 September 2019

Destigmatising mental health through social media
Normalising seeking therapy or medication as treatment has become important.
15 September 2019

Harnessing transformation to invent for life
Mazen Altaruti, AVP Managing Director GCC at MSD, explains how R&D goes beyond simply investing in the invention of new medicines and requires significant investment in human capital.
10 September 2019

UAE patients with low vitamin d levels at risk of metabolic bone disease
Studies have shown high prevalence of hypovitaminosis D – or low levels of vitamin D – in the UAE.
03 September 2019

Experts underline need for early detection of blood cancers in UAE
The UAE is determined to bring down cancer fatalities by 18 per cent by 2021.
28 August 2019

Skin Cancer Growing Public Concern in the UAE
Skin cancer represents one of the most common male malignancies in the UAE, with a prevalence rate of 14.5 per cent.
27 August 2019

Why you need to kick your tobacco habit
Smokers are almost twice as likely to have a heart attack compared with people who have never smoked.
25 August 2019

Two UAE hospitals create bilateral knowledge sharing platform
The platform hopes to accelerate change through innovation and creativity.
21 August 2019

UAE draws more medical tourists than ever
Leading clinics in Dubai are pulling in patients from all across the globe for fertility treatments and family balancing.
20 August 2019

Preventive medicine and the curse of common sense
The objective of preventive medicine is to protect, improve, and maintain health.
14 August 2019

New Study Reveals Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in UAE Men Under 30
The findings unveil very high prevalence of obesity and diabetes.
06 August 2019

Emirati doctor makes global recommendations to address non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
The liver disease is closely associated with type 2 diabetes and obesity and is on the rise in the region.
01 August 2019

Diabetic eye diseases make up 2 of the top 5 eye problems affecting UAE patients
People with diabetes are known to be more at risk of developing eye conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, or retinal vessel occlusion.
30 July 2019

Dubai’s global appeal to medical tourists continues to rise
DHA’s DXH initiative has given a great boost to the city in international health tourism markets, with over 337,000 medical tourists visiting last year.
29 July 2019

Early-onset cataracts: Experts urge not to delay essential treatment
Cataracts are most likely to affect people over the age of 50, although diseases such as diabetes can also lead to it.
18 July 2019

Abu Dhabi records first water birth
Water birth is known to have less painful contractions, a shorter labour time, and reduces the need for pain relieving drugs.
15 July 2019

Digital templating technologies gold standard for orthopaedic care in UAE
Orthopaedic surgeons need dimensional data with precise measurements as surgery can have a significant knock-on effect on a patient’s mobility.
07 July 2019

Specialised medical rehabilitation hospital opens in Abu Dhabi
A recent study conducted by Abu Dhabi's Department of Health reported that there are over 700,000 patients requiring outpatient rehabilitation services.
07 July 2019

The case for surgery vs. minimally invasive varicose vein treatment
A look at the different choices patients can opt for when it comes to how they wish to undergo treatment.
19 June 2019

7 Key Medical Tourism Trends
Find out what factors are driving growth in this lucrative industry.
09 June 2019

Study reveals early molecular signs of pregnancy
There has been a lot of research in identifying the markers and developing tests that could predict pregnancy related complications.
29 May 2019

Cosmetic Dentistry goes beyond the smile with technology innovations
Find out what’s driving innovation and trends in cosmetic dentistry in the UAE.
27 May 2019

Geltec Healthcare opens US$ 30 million facility in Dubai
The pharmaceutical segment is one of the key objectives of the 2030 Dubai Industrial Strategy.
22 May 2019

RAK Hospital Wins Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award
The healthcare institution is the first hospital in the northern emirates to have won the award.
14 May 2019

First-ever Awareness Network for Atopic Dermatitis Launched in UAE
#LivingWithEczema has been established to give members of the community the knowledge to tackle their condition.
07 May 2019

New Report Reveals Current Clinical Trial Landscape in Middle East, Turkey & Africa
Depending on the choice of location, cost savings in clinical trials can range from 30 per cent to 65 per cent.
30 April 2019

Prevention versus Treatment: An Imperative Need for Blue-Collar Workers
On World Labour Day, here’s a look at how preventative healthcare schemes can offer invaluable support to the UAE's approximately 5.5 million blue-collar workers.
30 April 2019

AED300 million Saudi German Hospital Opens in Ajman
Addressing the gap in medical and surgical needs in the emirates, the 41,000 square meter SGH-Ajman is the largest hospital in Ajman.
23 April 2019

Experts Emphasise Early Psoriasis Treatment
Psoriasis is a systemic disease meaning patients diagnosed with it are at a higher risk of developing other serious medical conditions.
16 April 2019

Complementary and Alternative Medicine Gains Traction with UAE Population
The UAE is one of the first countries to include homeopathy within its health insurance system.
14 April 2019

Can Irregular Heartbeats Signal Grievous Health Concerns?
Blockage of coronary arteries and irritation of the heart due to a number of infections may trigger irregular heartbeats.
09 April 2019

Changing the Nephrology Game with Novel Biomarkers
Chronic kidney disease has evolved tremendously from classification based on estimated glomeurular filtration rate.
03 April 2019

New Care Models Offer Potential for Eradication of Hepatitis C
The UAE and Kuwait have made major strides in developing interventions that lead towards the elimination of HCV by 2030.
26 March 2019

Zulekha Hospital Dubai Tackles Heart Disease With Open Heart Cardiac Center
CTVS and CCABG will now be available at Zulekha Hospital Dubai with the recent inauguration of an Open Heart Cardiac Center.
25 March 2019

World-First Diabetes Device Unveiled at Arab Health
Actiste can be used to measure blood glucose, administer insulin, make notes and set reminders, all with the same device.
04 March 2019

MBRU releases video of two successful organ transplantations
MBRU organ transplantation programme aims to save lives of patients suffering from organ failure with a specific focus on kidney failure.