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Healthcare
Rheumatology Nurses Receive Local Support
earlier this month
Dubai, UAE 4th June 2013 – Rheumatology nurses in the UAE received welcome support this weekend, in the form of a free accredited education event from the Emirates Arthritis Foundation, designed to improve education and understanding around arthritis. Arthritis affects 20% of the... Full story
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Healthcare
Raging bulls lock horns in Bosnia
earlier this month
Two bulls take part in a bullfight in the village of Preocica near the central Bosnian town of Vitez.... Full story
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Healthcare
Babies born after mum’s weight-loss surgery are healthier
earlier this month
Of the many powers mothers wield, few are more extraordinary than the power to nudge a child’s health prospects in one direction or another simply by having incubated that child in her womb. Research is uncovering more and more instances in which a pregnant woman’s own health issues ... Full story
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Healthcare
Yoga for vertigo part 1
earlier this month
Vertigo is often caused by infections or conditions of the inner ear, which is central to maintaining your balance. Vertigo is commonly believed to be a fear of heights, but it can also be experienced at ground level, while walking, or even by simply moving your head. The most common symptoms... Full story
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Healthcare
DHA launches Alzheimer’s Helpline and support group.
earlier this month
United Arab Emirates, Dubai, June 3, 2013: The Dubai Health Authority launched today a 24/7 Alzheimer’s Helpline that will provide reliable information and support to caregivers, healthcare professionals and the public. The 24/7 Alzheimer’s helpline 056 3710077 will provide... Full story
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Healthcare
Commitment to reach out to the community
earlier this month
2 June 2013 Dr Saliha Afridi, an expert on issues related to mental health disorders and relationships, shares her thoughts in an interview with Khaleej Times Dr Saliha Afridi is a psychologist with training and experience in a wide range of mental health issues. She works with both ... Full story
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Healthcare
Scientists engineer potent weapon against cancer
earlier this month
Scientists have synthesised a molecule that targets and destroys a key protein responsible for development of cervical and other cancers, says a study. The E7 protein is produced early in the life cycle of the human papillomavirus (HPV) and blocks the body’s natural defences against... Full story
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Healthcare
Commitment to reach out to the community
earlier this month
2 June 2013 Dr Saliha Afridi, an expert on issues related to mental health disorders and relationships, shares her thoughts in an interview with Khaleej Times Dr Saliha Afridi is a psychologist with training and experience in a wide range of mental health issues. She works with both ... Full story
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Healthcare
Vinegar screening helps cut cervical cancer deaths
earlier this month
3 June 2013 A simple screening program for cervical cancer using vinegar and visual exams helped reduce deaths caused by the cancer by 31 percent in a group of 150,000 poor women in India, researchers reported on Sunday. If implemented broadly, the screening program could lead to the... Full story
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Healthcare
Healing touch
earlier this month
2 June 2013 Offering holistic treatment for orthopaedic problems and minimal invasive surgery for knee replacement The Orthopaedic Unit at the GMC Hospital, Ajman is mostly swarmed with young and mid-aged patients seeking medical care for pain in the lower back and knee joints. Statistically,... Full story



