Dubai: A high incidence of influenza is being reported in the UAE as summer transitions to winter and doctors are advising residents to prevent infection by getting vaccinated. Dr. Sandeep Pargi, a senior pulmonologist from Aster Hospital, Bur Dubai told Gulf News: “I have been signing at least two sick leave certificates per day for […]
Month: October 2016
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: Causes and Prevention
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: Causes and Prevention Sudden infant death syndrome is when a baby is younger than 1 year old dies suddenly for no reason .SIDS is sometimes called crib death. It happens when a baby is sleeping, usually between midnight and 6 AM .Almost all babies who die from SIDS are younger than […]
Vitamin D and its Importance
As per the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), UAE is considered one of the hottest regions to live in, but a major section of the population living here still suffer from Vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency. In fact, Vitamin D deficiency is rather common among women and kids, the reasons for this may vary. One reason […]
Breastfeeding can reduce the chances of Breast Cancer.
Did you know? Breastfeeding can give your baby a healthy start. But that’s not the only health benefit. It also can lower your breast cancer risk. Pregnancy and breastfeeding have direct effects on breast cells, causing them to differentiate, or mature, so they can produce milk. These differentiated cells are more resistant to becoming transformed into […]
Symptoms and Behavioral issues of Neuro – Development Disorders
On the occasion of World Mental health Day, we list out common symptoms that children with the above disorders show. While these have no direct relations with mental health, not managing the condition increases the risk of mental health problems. If your child or children are showing any of the following, it is best to […]