Crown Prince of Dubai challenges all residents and visitors to come together for the third edition of the world’s only city-wide fitness movement  DFC is set to host a 30-day fitness extravaganza as the city turns into a gym from 18 October to 16 November – with two action-packed Fitness Villages, 10 Fitness Hubs, 40+ fitness events and 5,000+ fitness and health sessions An event for the people, by the people, DFC makes ‘active living’ accessible to all ages, abilities and fitness levels, facilitated by the city’s partners and fitness industry   Dubai, United Arab Emirates - October 14, 2019:   His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, urged all of Dubai’s nationals, residents ......read more

• Crown Prince of Dubai challenges all residents and visitors to come together for the third edition of the world’s only city-wide movement – Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC)  • DFC is set to host a 30-day fitness extravaganza as the city turns into a gym from October 18 to November 16 – with two action-packed Fitness Villages, 10 Fitness Hubs, 40+ fitness events and 5,000+ fitness and health sessions • An event for the people, by the people, DFC makes ‘active living’ accessible to all ages, abilities and fitness levels, facilitated by the city’s partners and fitness industry   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 October 2019:  His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, is challenging ......read more

The project will see LIFEPharma manufacture 120 million tablets of medicine per year for 10 years Abu Dhabi: 10 October, 2019:  LIFEPharma, a fully integrated pharmaceutical manufacturer, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of the UAE-headquartered VPS Healthcare, announced a historic agreement with Apotex Inc., the largest producer of generic drugs in Canada. In a first of its kind agreement, LIFEPharma will manufacture nine products in its state-of-the-art facility in Dubai – which will then be exported for commercialization in Canada – becoming the first UAE company to export generics to the North American market. Under the 10-year contract LIFEPharma will be producing as many as 120 million tablets per year. The products include medications used to treat a certain type of nerve disease, commonly called Lou ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - October 09, 2019:     Carrying on his scientific mission, Hazzaa AlMansoori, the first Emirati astronaut, undergoes a number of medical experiments, including thorough medical tests by specialists in Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre (GCTC) at Stars City in Moscow, Russia. Dr. Hanan AlSuwaidi, the flight surgeon, is following up on the experiments and on Hazzaa’s medical condition.  The studies, which include testing the effects of microgravity and space flights on the human body vital indicators, are conducted for the first time on an Arab astronaut.  HE Yousuf Hamad AlShaibani, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), said, “Carrying on with the medical studies is an important part of the UAE’s first manned mission to space. ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - October 08, 2019:    The largest private academic hospital in the region, Thumbay University Hospital features state-of-the-art healthcare delivery systems with a 350-bed capacity in the first phase Hospital to offer complimentary consultations across all OPD specialties for the first 15 days of operations Tuesday, 8th October 2019, Ajman, UAE: Thumbay Group has opened its latest academic hospital, Thumbay University Hospital at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman. The new hospital is the largest private academic hospital in the region, with a capacity of 350 beds in the first phase.With over one hundred consultation clinics and 100 beds dedicated for long term care and rehabilitation, the campus is a one-stop family healthcare destination comprising Thumbay University Hospital, Thumbay Physical Therapy ......read more

• One in six women worldwide develop breast cancer. Breast cancer topped the total 4,707 new cancer cases that were found in the UAE in 2018 • Host of activities take place as Bareen International Hospital Abu Dhabi ‘goes pink’ in support of breast cancer awareness • Bareen International Hospital urges women to self-examine and to see a doctor if they are concerned    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 7th, October, 2019:   Cancer incidence in the Middle East region including the UAE is on the rise with the number of cases expected to double by 2030, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).   In the UAE alone, according to the last figures released by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, there are 4,500 new cases of cancer each year with breast, colorectal and ......read more

• Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry awarded Aster DM Healthcare with the CSR Label which is the highest level of recognition for CSR in the Middle East • Aster DM Healthcare was presented with the winning award in the healthcare category at the Arabia CSR Awards last night for its CSR and community development initiatives, conducted by The Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility Network    3 October, Dubai, UAE:  Aster DM Healthcare has been presented with two prestigious awards for its efforts in the area of CSR and community development in the Middle East by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) and the Arabia CSR Network, highlighting the organizations ongoing efforts to serve the community.    The healthcare group which is one of the largest in the Middle East and ......read more

• Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) is set to launch edition 3 on 18 October for 30 consecutive days until 16 November 2019, inviting all residents and visitors to commit together as a city to an active lifestyle • With 2 large-scale Fitness Villages, 10 Community Hubs, more than 40 events and over 5,000 classes across Dubai, DFC will transform the city into a gym that supports 30 min of daily activity for all ages, abilities and fitness levels  • Featuring global brand icons including Nike, Lululemon and Under Armour, the city’s partners and fitness industry come together to deliver an unprecedented range of activities for the month    Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2 October 2019:  Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) – the world’s only citywide fitness movement launched in 2017 by ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  October 01, 2019:   During this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Aesthetics by King’s College Hospital in Dubai Marina is pleased to announce they will be offering a free consultation on breast reconstruction for women who have undergone a mastectomy.   Making the announcement, Dr Adnan Tahir – Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at the clinic stated that breast still remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women.   “Although there are multiple risk factors involved in developing breast cancer treatments, the standard treatment worldwide still remains early diagnosis and awareness, followed by the possibility of a surgical procedure which includes the removal of either the entire breast (Mastectomy) or part of the breast (Partial ......read more

** The Middle East’s Leading Active Living and Fitness Show Returns This December **   Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  September 30, 2019:    Being healthy and active isn’t just about moving; it’s about educating and challenging ourselves to maintain the healthiest lives that we can possibly live by focusing on our emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you are just starting out on your health and exercise journey or you are a devoted fitness enthusiast, then the Dubai Active really is an event that you wouldn’t want to miss out on. The Middle East’s leading active living show is the biggest celebration of health, fitness and wellness and dedicates itself to being inclusive of all in the region. Returning on 5th-7th December at the prime location of Dubai’s World ......read more

Abu Dhabi, 30 Sep. 2019:  Al Rahba Hospital, an affiliate of Abu Dhabi Health Services (SEHA), opened the first phase of the long-term unit; It is the first healthcare facility for Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) to be licensed by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi for long-stay patients. The project was divided into two phases, the first phase was activated containing 7 beds for long-term intubated patients and the second phase will include increasing the number of beds and expanding the project in the future. The team consists of ICU consultants, highly experienced nurses, case coordinators, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation therapists, in addition to respiratory therapists, pharmacists, bed managers and other experienced healthcare professionals with clinical experience in health assessment and planning of ......read more

Oman’s total healthcare expenditure will amount up to 8-10% of the country’s GDP by the year 2030 Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  September 30, 2019:   The Sultanate of Oman has made tremendous advancements in healthcare sector development during the past 43 years represented by the percentage and speedy reduction in mortality, especially childhood mortality. Thanks to the government’s ‘Best HealthCare for all’ motto, which was commended by the UN.  With a growing total population of around 5 million, Oman’s young population amounts to 13.9% children under 5 years and 33.7% under-15 years. The government’s vision for the future focuses on healthy nutrition, growth monitoring and injury management in children.  As the total population of the country is expected to ......read more

The 49-year-old patient collapsed while delivering water bottles; five of his arteries were blocked between 70 to 100 percent He was urgently shifted to RAK Hospital where he underwent Rescue Angioplasty on one vessel followed by CABG for four blockages in his arteries  Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  September 30, 2019:    Ras Al Khaimah: Being at the right place and the right time could be the difference between life and death as proved by the case of Mohammad Siddiqui who suffered a cardiac arrest, and yet survived. The 49-year-old Pakistani expat was on duty delivering water when he suffered chest discomfort and collapsed; luckily for him, he was immediately administered resuscitation and repeated shocks that brought him back to life. A quick ECG also confirmed that he had suffered heart ......read more

The Biggest Tough Mudder Celebration Comes to Dubai Festival City this November  Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 September 2019:  For the first time ever, world-renowned obstacle course challenge Tough Mudder is partnering with Dubai Fitness Challenge and will be the main event of the challenge’s final weekend.  Taking place at Dubai Festival City on 15th November 2019, Tough Mudder is the perfect challenge to set yourself to end the year on a high. In line with Dubai Festival City’s goal of creating a holistic destination that focuses on health and lifestyle events, the Tough Mudder course will make its debut at Dubai Festival City this November, and will be full of best-in-the-industry obstacles and challenges. Tickets are now available at www.toughmudder.ae with a special discount of AED 75 per ......read more

Sharjah, September 29, 2019:  The Visiting Consultants Office (VCO) at the Ministry of Health and Prevention had organized a lecture and a workshop at Kuwait Hospital in Sharjah on the impact of mental disorders on the academic achievement of young students. The event targeted medical, administrative, and technical staff at Kuwait Hospital in Sharjah. Dr. Sultan Al Sharif, Director of the MoHAP’s VCO, mentioned the importance of benefiting from the visits of experienced doctors and consultants under the Visiting Consultants Program, through holding lectures and awareness workshops in parallel with the provision of health services to patients in hospitals. Al Sharif added that the lecture was on the impact of mental disorders on the academic achievement of students, noting that the lecture is delivered by Dr. Marwan ......read more

Abu Dhabi, 29th of Spetmber 2019:  Saed Jaber Al-Kuwaiti, head of operation committee at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, confirm that the launch of the hospital is part of government of Abu Dhabi’s policy which seeks to devlop the health service to a global level, in line with Abu Dhabi Vision 2030 and SEHA vision which aims to advance health care through skills and innovation. His statement came out during a tour organised by SEHA at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City for a group of press and media people to show the hospital sections and advanced facilities. He said SEHA Company introduced the artificial intelligence in several operstions, since IT and AI play a vital role in the development of the health care within SEHA’s facilities. SEHA’s policy focues on providing high quality care centered on patient. This ......read more

Dubai, September 26, 2019:  On the occasion of World Alzheimer's Day which takes place on September 21, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched an awareness campaign under the theme “Alzheimer's ...... More Than Just Forgetfulness”. The campaign aims at promoting and raising health awareness about the disease and educating patients and the community of the importance of early diagnosis and the development of medical practices in the field of Alzheimer's disease to achieve social and psychological empowerment. The campaign featured number of activities and social events included an educational workshop that was held at Al Amal Psychiatric Hospital in Dubai and the sponsorship of Lundbeck. The workshop that was presented by the visiting consultants, Dr. Hamad Al-Sinaawi - Consultant ......read more

RAK Hospital gives Health Talks on heart health and organises full-day cardiac camps across several corporates  The Hospital will further hold free cardiac screening for general public at its premises on September 29th, from 9am to 4pm   September 25th, 2019; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE:   With the focus on fostering heart-health and to reduce cardiac-related incidences among office-goers, RAK Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah is running the ‘Employees Wellness Programme’ ahead of World Heart Day on September 29th. The programme includes Health Talks and full-day cardiac camps and consultation with cardiologist in several corporates across the emirate, educating the employees on the causes of heart diseases and preventive measures, besides lifestyle changes to boost heart health. Such awareness drives are ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  September 25, 2019:   About 50% of schools have poor indoor air quality, which directly contributes to students’ health problems. TR Ganesh, General Manager, Blueair Middle East, offers some top tips for parents and school authorities alike   As students around the country return to schools, they’re coming home with the usual issues. No, not full lunchboxes or torn uniforms, but headaches, sniffles, coughs and respiratory infections, and general complaints of tiredness. Apart from treating these problems, it’s worth noting that they are symptoms of a broader issue: air quality in schools.   Many people are not aware of how poor indoor air in schools can be. Consider this: approximately 50% of all schools have inferior indoor air quality, using US data. ......read more

** Materializing Your Dreams Through Visualization in a 2-part workshop on Saturday, September 28th and October 12th **   Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  September 24, 2019:   The LightHouse Arabia, a community mental health and wellness center on Al Wasl Road, is leading the way in helping improve mental health and wellbeing in the UAE and are hosting Val-YOU, a 2-part vision board workshop on Saturday, September 28th and October 12th to help participants start actioning their goals and living the life they always wanted.    Participants will walk away from this experience with: • A visual expression of their goals and dreams in the form of a vision board • Strategies to live their lives authentically, full of value and purpose • Practical tools to start actioning their ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -  September 24, 2019:   With World Heart Day (29th September) just around the corner, there’s no better time to look at how you can improve your eating habits and lead a more heart-healthy life.   According to a study released by the School of Health and Environment at the Hamdan Bin Mohammad Smart University (HBMSU), approximately 36-37% of deaths in the UAE are caused by cardiovascular diseases. However, most cardiovascular diseases can be prevented by adopting simple lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise, a healthier diet and cutting out alcohol and tobacco.     Banin Shanine, Nutrition Manager at Fitness First, has a few tips to help keep your heart healthy:    Portion control: To lead a heart healthy lifestyle, it is important to ......read more

• Ministry suspends the registration, importation and distribution of all medicines containing ranitidine as a precautionary measure • Ministry calls on patients wishing to stop using ranitidine to consult their healthcare professional for replacement  • Ranitidine-containing medicines used to treat and prevent ulcers and acidity in the stomach   Dubai, September 24, 2019:  The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has issued a circular to all health facilities and practitioners, informing them about the precautionary suspension of the registration, importation and distribution of all medicines containing ranitidine.   Yet, the ministry said it will not withdraw these medicines until the acceptable ratio of NDMA is established by international health authorities.  The ......read more

• Mr. Joy Arakkal would be donating around 2.5 acres of land in Wayanad on which Aster Volunteers would be constructing Aster Homes for people displaced by the Kerala floods. • He would also donate a fully-equipped Aster Volunteers Mobile Clinic that would provide basic healthcare services to the underserved and remote areas of Wayanad.    24 September, Dubai, UAE:  A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Aster DM Foundation, the CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading integrated healthcare service providers in India and GCC and Mr. Joy Arakkal, Managing Director of INNOVA Refining and Trading FZE in UAE to facilitate CSR initiatives in Wayanad, Kerala.    Aster Volunteers is a global CSR programme which has been playing a significant role in helping ......read more

• Three-day conference to adopt models for standardized coordinated and integrated health care approach  • Focused on improving health outcomes through artificial intelligence, innovative work environment and staff well-being, event aims to transform healthcare set-up and well-being of patients and healthcare providers      Abu Dhabi, September 23 Sep 2019:  The Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), the largest healthcare network in the UAE, has announced the 8th edition of the SEHA International Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Conference (SINMAC). Running from September 24th – 26th at the Jumeirah Etihad Towers Hotel, the three-day conference is set to host over 1,000 healthcare professionals and will demonstrate the use of artificial intelligence and other innovative ......read more

Abu Dhabi, September 22, 2019:   Abu Dhabi Health Services (SEHA) has today unveiled plans for a world-class kidney care service at SEHA Kidney Care (SKC), previously known as SEHA Dialysis Services (SDS) centers – from preventing kidney disease through peritoneal and hemodialysis, to kidney transplantation. This integrated and comprehensive service expands the center’s current offering as part of a long-term strategy to enhance kidney healthcare provision. This move builds on over a decade of delivering cutting edge dialysis services in Abu Dhabi and takes advantage of a deep level of collective knowledge and expertise. Building on SEHA’s heritage and first-class track record for specialist care, SKC will also invest in research and training to further enhance skills and deliver new services to the ......read more