Archive for the 'UAE' Category

Inspectors find product containing banned herb on sale in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: An unregistered product for the treatment of asthma and other respiratory problems was found by the Health Authority Abu Dhabi inspection team to be sold in various outlets across Abu Dhabi.

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

Health ministry advises care when buying painkillers

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Health (MoH) has urged people to pay special attention to warning labels and enclosed leaflets for over-the-counter medications, especially when purchasing painkillers that promise quick relief from high temperature and minor aches and pains.

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

Khalifa Foundation and Virgin Unite to work together on education, health Gulf News

bu Dhabi: Shaikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, in his capacity as Chairman of the Board of the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation signed an agreement with Richard Branson of the Virgin Unite foundation on Thursday to work on joint education and health initiatives.

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

MoH warns consumers against overdose of painkillers

Dubai, 1st July 2009 (WAM) — The Ministry of Health (MoH) has warned against excessive intake of painkillers and antipyretics and urged patients to strictly follow instructions stated in prescriptions.
The Ministry advised patients to exercise utmost care when using medications containing Acetaminophen and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. Dr. Amin Al Amiri, Executive Director for Medical Practices [...]

Thursday, July 2nd, 2009

Brainstorming is not stress-proof

Brainstorming sessions are meant to be the offer you can’t refuse. They combine the appeal of a fighting challenge with a suggestion of trendy methodology. And in a year like this, you’re likely to be seeing a lot of this hurry-hurry problem-solving technique, with its group-games and licence to ‘think the unthinkable’.

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Teenager undergoes rare surgery in UAE

Abu Dhabi: Despite undergoing rare heart surgery, 13-year-old Anoud Mohammad Faraj, makes things seem trivial as she confidently speaks to a roomful of journalists about her experience.

Monday, June 29th, 2009

By no means a small problem

s I walked through BurJuman recently, my eyes were drawn to two bustling children; only they weren’t lively - far from it.

Monday, June 29th, 2009

Sharjah Police launch anti-drug campaign

Sharjah: Police have launched an anti-narcotics campaign to coincide with International Anti-Narcotics Day tomorrow.

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

Tawam Hospital Focuses on Patient Safety

Al Ain, June 23rd, 2009 - This month, Tawam Hospital staff and patients are celebrating the first anniversary of the Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Patient (CUSP) program, an initiative designed to help ensure patient safety. The program allows frontline caregivers to identify and address hazards through steps such as measuring the safety-related culture of the unit, [...]

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

Private sector needs to play key role in GCC healthcare system

The healthcare system in the region needs involvement of the private sector due to increasing demand for its services, says a new report by Ithmar Capital.

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009