A 2016 health survey conducted by the Dubai Health Authority stated that 36.1% of the total population was considered to be in the pre-obesity stage, i.e. they were overweight and nearing obesity unless the necessary actions were taken. And 11.9% of the total population included obese individuals [1]. Obesity is a growing health concern across […]
Rosacea – Symptoms and causes
Rosacea is a common skin condition that can result in the redness and visibility of blood vessels on the skin of the face. Some of these symptoms are akin to those that occur with acne, and this can result in rosacea often being misdiagnosed as acne. In extreme cases, rosacea can also cause small, red […]
Beating diabetes with a healthier outlook
Janak Bhojwani, a type 1 diabetes patient, gives us an insight into his success story of not giving up on being a healthier and better version of himself, even with diabetes With an insulin pump in one hand and motivation in the other, Janak Bhojwani does not look back with a sigh, but rather a […]
Aster Clinic & Pharmacy wins Dubai Business Excellence Awards
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, The Department of Economic Development (DED) organised the 25th Annual Dubai Business Excellence Awards, to recognize outstanding pursuit of excellence in business practices in 2018. Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading healthcare […]
Stay Skin Safe this Summer
Stay Skin Safe this Summer The summer months in the U.A.E. tend to be rather hot, yet it is a time, many of us prefer to be outdoors. Staying hydrated is something you make sure you do during the summer, however, have you spared a thought for your skin as well? While letting the sun […]