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 […]
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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 […]
Aster’s new tech enables patients to control chronic disease from home
Aster DM Healthcare has launched an advanced technology for chronic disease (diabetes and hypertension) patients, as a part of its innovative remote monitoring programme called Aster Chronic Care@Home. Inaugurated by Dr Layla Al Marzouqi, Director of Health Regulation at the Dubai Health Authority (DHA); Dr Azad Moopen, founder, chairman and managing director, Aster DM Healthcare, […]
Over Sleeping Problem?
It’s very common to confuse sleep disorders with laziness; a person who yawns all the time is believed to be lethargic but one need to pay attention if this problem persists. According to medical experts, if anyone sleeps more than the normal hours which is about 6-8 hours depending on the age, activity level, general […]
Expert Cautions Womens on Fibroids
DUBAI: Obstetrician-Gynecologist for 27 years Dr. Sejal Devendra Surti recently operated on a 42-year-old single woman found through various tests and ultrasound to have a fibroid removed from inside her uterus. For a week, the patient, who weighed 45 kilogrammes (kg), had been feeling weak and feeble. She was also experiencing shortness of breath upon […]