Health News

'Diabetes is reversible': How UAE residents can prevent disease by testing, tracking

The nationwide diabetes screening campaign of MoHAP revealed that 24% of residents aged 18 to 35 are also in the pre-diabetic stage

UAE: Is working out only on weekends enough? Experts answer

Many residents only get to workout during the weekends due to the demands of work and busy daily life

Partner Content: NMC Healthcare offers free health checks on World Diabetes Day

The free health checks are part of NMC's commitment to raising awareness about diabetes and the steps that can be taken to help prevent it

UAE: Doctors raise alarm over rising cases of diabetes on children

Reports indicate that more than 24,000 children in the Emirates currently have Type 1 diabetes

Dubai: New diabetes centre to open in 2026 with double patient capacity

The centre will be built on 53,000 sq ft, which is double the size of the current facility

This UAE-made AI tool brings hope to stroke, paralysis patients who can’t speak

The creators dedicated two years to developing and refining this technology during their undergraduate studies

Partner Content: Mediclinic City Hospital carries out 1,500th robotic surgery procedure

Milestone reached four years after launch of pioneering robotic surgery programme using da Vinci Xi HD 4 arm robotic system

UAE: Doctors raise alarm as stroke patients get younger

Stroke is the second most common cause of death in the country after heart attack and is also a leading cause of permanent disability

UAE: Breast growth among boys? Causes, impact and support strategies for parents

Breast enlargement during adolescence is a significant issue that can create anxiety for both the boys and their parents

UAE: Do you take magnesium supplement? Doctors warn about unprescribed medication

Several factors are believed to be driving this growing trend, including an increase in overall health awareness, social media influence, and dietary deficiencies