Health
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Are COVID travel curbs on China making the world safer?
With China reversing its strict zero-COVID lockdown policies, infections have been surging across the country. Hospitals are packed, and crematoriums are struggling to…
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African nations commit to ending aids in children by 2030
Twelve African countries on Wednesday spelt out plans for ending AIDS in children by 2030 through an array of HIV…
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UAE dentists advise against buying dental braces, aligners online amid TikTok hype
A recent TikTok trend has sparked a surge in online purchases of dental braces and teeth aligners, but dentists in the United…
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EHS unveils unique ‘Microbubble treatments for Children’ at Arab Health show
Emirates Health Services (EHS) has launched the ‘Microbubble Treatments for Children’ programme – the world’s first non-surgical programme of this…
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Innovative mobile app for expectant mothers launched in the UAE
Mamahood, a femtech mobile application, announced the launch of its innovative app on Monday in Dubai, which aims to empower…
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Barcelona’s city hall bans grocery delivery companies’ ‘dark stores’
Barcelona’s city hall on Friday approved a total ban on so-called “dark stores” – distribution hubs used by companies that…
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Surge in UAE demand for Ozempic diabetes injections for weight loss: Doctors
A surging number of residents in the United Arab Emirates are heading to health clinics, pharmacies and hospitals across the…
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Taking 5-minute walks every half-hour can offset health risks of prolonged sitting
Taking quick five-minute walks every half-hour can mitigate most serious health risks posed by prolonged sitting, a new study has…
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Dentists warn of permanent damage from clear braces ordered online
Dentists have said that demand for Instagram smiles has left people with damage from wearing clear braces or “aligners” ordered…
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Doctors warn against Saxenda, Ozempic ‘quick fix’ diabetes injections for weight loss
Diabetes injections used for weight loss without a doctor’s prescription are far more dangerous than people think, doctors have said amid…
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