Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism means that the thyroid gland can’t make enough thyroid hormone to keep the body running normally. People are hypothyroid if they have too little thyroid hormone in the blood. Common causes are autoimmune disease, such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, surgical removal of the thyroid, and radiation treatment. Stress, depression, anxiety, […]

Introduction Remember what our mothers or fathers used to do when we were crying due to pain after falling down and hurting ourselves? They used to ask where it hurts and then recite something that made us feel better. Even though it never stopped hurting we felt a bit less pain after which is called […]

Introduction- When we see actors and actresses on television, we get fascinated by their body language, their looks and the most important part, their smile. We tend to envy the way they smile, their perfect white teeth shining and sparkling in front of the camera. Are those perfect white teeth really difficult to have or […]

Introduction According to skin cancer foundation, skin cancer affects more than 3.5 million people every year, and in recent years, has become one of the potent health issues ever. Termed as one of the most dangerous types of cancers present in the world, this has grown into something to be aware off. What is cancer? […]

Introduction Every year, thousands of people get affected by cough, cold and flu in the changing weather. Runny nose, sore throat, high temperature and body aches become a common issue. The most affected are very young children and those who have to move in from hot to cold environments constantly. Office and School sick leaves […]

Ramadan is what Muslims refer to as the holy month within the Islamic calendar. Many Muslims practice self-restraint, fasting and abstinence. Muslims that practice the faith properly will fast from Morning Prayer (Suhur) to Dusk Prayer (Magrib). Breaking fast is called Iftarand is often celebrated as a community with people eating together in large groups. […]

Most the time we would probably agree with this famous saying. It seems logical to think that installing preventive measures to reduce the risk of harmful diseases is the right approach. That beings said there are some philosophical points that are often over looked such as who decides when to prevent? And whose responsibility, is […]

Don’t delay going to the Doctor when you’re feeling unwell. If you are showing symptoms its best to visit the Doctor as soon as possible so you can describe the illness at its peak. It’s important to communicate the symptoms to your doctor clearly even if they are a little embarrassing, so the Doctor can […]

A lot of people consider dizziness to be that 5 crazy seconds when you stand up to quickly and feel lightheaded. Usually we think it’s a temporary symptom that will most likely resolve itself without needing medical attention. Many times, this is the case and it could be for numerous reasons like not eating enough, […]

Google released some interesting stats on what people search for when it comes to their health. It’s quite alarming how many of us rely on google to provide a diagnosis without speaking to a doctor or trained medical professional. We’re not suggesting google is always incorrect however there’s lots of unverified information on the internet […]

As we start to age our teeth can lose a little sparkle and look stained from general day to day living. Many of us look towards fluoride toothpaste and dental floss to try and keep our teeth bright and healthy over the years. This is sometimes not always enough and dental clinics now offer a […]

 Growing concern According to wordlatlas.com the United Arab Emirates is 13th in the world for obesity with 34.50% of the population being classed as severally overweight. Saudi Arabia is not far behind in 15TH position with 33.70% of its population being categorized as obese. Countries like the UK (27th) and the United States (12th) also […]

For a long time, United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been the flag bearer when it comes to setting high standards of healthcare. Most UAE inhabitants are foreigners who come for work opportunities. However, it is important to know that when so many people from different ethnicity diverge into one place there is a requirement for proper […]

This procedure is generally defined as the removal of stubborn fat deposits under the skin using a hollow tube named a cannula. A vacuum is then used to release the fat from the body. Patients can either have an anesthesia or heavy IV administered before the procedure. (Professional opinion may vary with regards to this) […]

We all want to better ourselves and look younger as we get older. Laughter lines becoming more visible, more winkles with stubborn cellulite starting to mount. Many of us feel pressure to look younger, sometimes socially or even to get ahead in business. If we make the decision to go ahead with cosmetic surgery, which […]

Fertility is the woman’s ability to give birth since puberty at the age of 15 till menopause after the age of 49. Fertility is generally considered to be at its highest when a person is in their 20’s. Demographists indicate that the most children a woman can give birth to in her lifetime are 16. […]

Advertisement in 2016 we saw many medical facilities in the UAE advertising on websites with large amounts of traffic. As the healthcare industry develops we are seeing more regional websites that focus on a specific target audience such as medical tourism enter the market. For example medical platforms such as rateyourclinic.com are specifically focused on a certain region […]

You’re thousands of miles away from home and suddenly you find out you’re pregnant. It’s an emotional time with hopefully some celebrations, however, this news can be extremely daunting when living in a different country and not knowing where to seek professional advice can be frustrating. In the UAE, we come across some strict laws […]

General Practitioner Unlike the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe, there isn’t a GP culture in Dubai and lot’s of patients opt to see a specialist directly. Many of the hospitals across the UAE have extremely good outpatient departments and consultation services for both adults and children. Treatment for general health problems can be […]

Dubai has launched numerous projects to attract medical tourism. In 2016 the first electronic medical tourism portal was launched where people can purchase medical packages for different types of treatment such as Cosmetic, Dentistry, and Wellness in any of 24 private hospitals in Dubai. The resource is expected to drive over 500,000 medical tourists by […]

As we transition into a new era with many of Dubai’s population being born between 1965 and 2000 it’s important that we foresee a rise in healthcare as almost 80% of healthcare requirements occur after the age of 40.(Colliers International Dubai Healthcare Overview Q4 2014). The population growth rate is increasing rapidly in Dubai and […]

Orthodontic treatments can range anywhere from 5,000 Dirhams to 30,000 Dirhams in the UAE. It’s important to plan if you know your child will need orthodontic treatment. Below are some helpful steps to consider when choosing a hospital or clinic in Dubai or Abu Dhabi where your child can receive adequate treatment. Step 1: Begin […]

It’s quite alarming how there’s a distinct lack of information regarding the general standards of medical facilities in the UAE. Many of us take the Hospital’s or Clinic’s word when trying to gauge a facilities general standards or even just depend on close friends or family’s recomendations. There are very few platforms designed to give […]

Parenthood is the most beautiful experience. If you think the news of being pregnant was the most important moment in your life; then, think again, it will soon become the second once you have your baby in your arms. Like every parent, you too would like to give the best of everything including toys, education, […]