Health

Protein Powder Myths That Need a Reality Check

News Desk 2 07/01/2025 0

The Truth Laid Bare Every gym has its legends. Those whispered conversations about magical powders that supposedly transform skinny frames into muscular physiques overnight.  Protein powder has become the superhero and villain of nutrition, surrounded by more drama than a fitness reality

Beauty Health

14 Skin Care Secrets for Dubai’s Winter

News Desk 2 07/01/2025 0

To Keep Your Skin Radiant and Hydrated While it may not snow in Dubai, the cooler winter weather does lower the humidity to a minimal level, causing your skin to feel irritated and a little dull due to it.  While the desert sun is less harsh, the dry winds and indoor heating can cause your […]

Health

It is 5 years since Covid-19 emerged

News Desk 2 03/01/2025 0

WHO marks the milestone On December 31, 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) received its first report of a novel viral pneumonia in Wuhan, China. This marked the beginning of a global health crisis known as Covid-19. The Wuhan Municipal Health Commission’s statement, published on its website, signalled the onset of a pandemic that would […]

Health Tech

Estonia and UAE boost their cooperation in digital health

News Desk 2 30/12/2024 0

Estonia has advanced digital health tech Estonia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have forged a significant partnership to transform healthcare through digital innovation. Leveraging Estonia’s renowned expertise in digital health and the UAE’s ambitious vision for modernisation, the collaboration will tackle pressing healthcare challenges and establish a

Health Lifestyle

The brain can compensate for age-related cognitive decline

Dan Ngiam 26/12/2024 0

Particularly in older adults New research has revealed the strongest evidence that the human brain can compensate for age-related cognitive decline by recruiting alternative brain regions to maintain cognitive function. This breakthrough could explain why some older adults preserve cognitive abilities better than others. As we age, our brains undergo a natural process of

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WHO reflects on global health in 2024

Dan Ngiam 25/12/2024 0

Triumphs, challenges, and goals As the year draws to a close, the World Health Organization (WHO) examines the significant health milestones, breakthroughs, and challenges of 2024. This year has been marked by progress in the fight against diseases, expanding health services, and strengthening global health security. At the same time, the world faces considerable health

Health

Yemen tops in number of cholera cases globally

Arnold Pinto 24/12/2024 0

WHO faces funds’ shortage Yemen continues to bear the highest burden of cholera worldwide, with the country facing a persistent and severe outbreak that has ravaged its population for years. The outbreak is particularly devastating as Yemen struggles with an ongoing humanitarian crisis, further exacerbated by a lack of resources and damaged infrastructure. The

Health

How polluted are 8 of the most visited cities in the world?

News Desk 2 21/12/2024 0

Cairo dominates the ranking A new study has revealed the pollution levels of eight of the world’s top tourist cities, shedding light on the environmental challenges faced by popular destinations. The research assessed various city pollution factors based on their average annual visitors. The study’s methodology involved analysing cities based on annual visitor

Health

Reinvigorated global efforts needed to curb malaria threat

Dan Ngiam 14/12/2024 0

WHO issues a stark warning Recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO) underscore the significant progress in the fight against malaria since 2000. An estimated 2.2 billion cases and 12.7 million deaths have been averted. However, despite these achievements, malaria remains a serious global health threat, particularly in the WHO African Region, where the […]

Health

‘Pill-on-a-thread’ trial aims to transform oesophageal cancer screening

Dan Ngiam 11/12/2024 0

University of Cambridge move A groundbreaking clinical trial, which could lead to a new screening programme for oesophageal cancer, has inducted its first participants. The BEST4 Screening trial is testing a novel pill-on-a-thread device designed to detect Barrett’s oesophagus, a condition that can lead to oesophageal cancer. The innovative method offers a promising, less

Health

New risks raise global pandemic threat

Dan Ngiam 30/11/2024 0

A perfect storm of vulnerabilities Recent outbreaks of diseases like the Marburg virus, Mpox, and the latest strain of avian influenza (H5N1) have highlighted the world’s vulnerability to pandemics. In 2024 alone, there have already been 17 outbreaks of dangerous diseases, each exposing cracks in the global system’s ability to prevent and respond to pandemics. […]

Health

Time alone heightens ‘threat alert’ in teenagers

Dan Ngiam 30/11/2024 0

Even when connecting online Scientists have uncovered new insights into the impact of isolation on teenagers, revealing that even brief periods of being alone can heighten sensitivity to threats. This heightened “threat alert” response, which remains even when adolescents are interacting with others online, may provide valuable clues about the rising incidence of anxiety

Health Sport

Qatar and WHO forge pathway for safer, healthier global sporting events

Dan Ngiam 27/11/2024 0

Part of Sport for Health initiative Building upon the groundbreaking experiences of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Qatar and the World Health Organization (WHO) have jointly unveiled a new report that provides valuable insights and a strategic framework for ensuring the health and safety of grassroots and mega-sporting events worldwide. The report, Changing the […]

Health Travel

The top 10 airports to rest at during layovers

Arnold Pinto 20/11/2024 0

Middle East out of the list A new study has revealed which airports worldwide offer the best conditions for sleeping during layovers, with Seoul Incheon International Airport emerging as the top choice. The research, conducted by Onebed, evaluated major airports based on a range of factors critical to ensuring a restful experience for passengers waiting […]

Health Space

Oxford University sends human tissue samples to space

Arnold Pinto 12/11/2024 0

To study microgravity effect on human ageing The first human tissue samples from Oxford University’s Space Innovation Lab (SIL) have been launched to the International Space Station (ISS) to study the effects of space microgravity on human ageing. Researchers from the SIL recently travelled to NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida to prepare the samples […]

Health

New magnetic therapy shows promise in rapidly treating depression

Dan Ngiam 01/11/2024 0

Researchers explore accelerated version of TMS A groundbreaking therapy that utilises magnetic fields on both sides of the brain has demonstrated effectiveness in swiftly alleviating depression symptoms, particularly for patients who have not responded to traditional treatments. This innovative method, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), can be administered

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WHO certifies Egypt as being malaria-free

Arnold Pinto 21/10/2024 0

After 100 years of concerted efforts The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Egypt as malaria-free, a monumental achievement for a nation of over 100 million inhabitants. This milestone, the result of nearly a century of efforts by the Egyptian government and its people, marks a significant victory in the global fight against malaria. […]

Gitex Health

Witness AI Doctors platform at GITEX Global 2024

Dan Ngiam 13/10/2024 0

A boost to healthcare delivery MedxBay, a leading global healthcare platform, has entered a strategic partnership with Staque, an expert in advanced technologies, including AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, to launch a transformative initiative – AI Doctors – focused on breast cancer diagnosis and mental health awareness. The innovative

Health

IBCCES unveils Accessibility App in the UAE

News Desk 2 07/10/2024 0

To empower people of determination The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has launched its Accessibility App for people of determination/special needs in the United Arab Emirates. The cutting-edge app is designed to improve the quality of life for people of determination in the UAE by connecting them and their caregivers with

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AccessAbilities Expo 2024 begins in Dubai next week

Dan Ngiam 03/10/2024 0

Poland’s Proturmed is a key exhibitor AccessAbilities Expo, now in its sixth edition, is poised to be the largest business-to-consumer gathering focused on empowering People of Determination in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The UAE refers to people with disabilities as ‘People of Determination.’ Scheduled next week, from October 7 to 9 at the Dubai […]