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DUBAI — The Emirates Arthritis Foundation (EAF) will organise three awareness sessions in Arabic about arthritis.

Published: Mon 15 Oct 2007, 8:54 AM

Updated: Sun 5 Apr 2015, 4:49 AM

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The seminars will be held on October 23, October 30 and November 4 between 7pm and 9pm at the Movenpick Hotel, Dubai. The sessions will be conducted by a team of experts, including rheumatologists, nurses, physiotherapists, dietitians and psychiatrists and will discuss different topics including types of arthritis, symptoms, lifestyle management, benefits of exercise, dietary advice, latest treatments, pain management and handling the psychological impact of arthritis.

Dr Cathy Leibman EAF’s Director of Operations said, “The foundation is keen to educate the public about the disease and explain the different kinds and treatments in a way that enables the patient to live a normal life.”

Rania Abu Yaghi, Operations Manager at Dubai Bone and Joint Centre, said, “We have invited the arthritis patients, their friends and relatives to attend these sessions which highlight the importance of dealing with the disease and its related aspects.



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