June is Men’s Health Month which is celebrated across the globe to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases among men and boys. As a primary care physician, by appropriate preventive care, we can lessen future health decline in men. Health conditions that men should be screened […]
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The effect of Diabetes in the UAE
The International Diabetes Federation states that 415 million people globally have diabetes. As per research conducted by the International Diabetes Federation, 19.3% of the population in UAE are living with Diabetes. Diabetes is extremely common these days. Earlier it was seen in people above the age of 50. These days there are innumerable cases […]
Ways to detect Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a form of cancer that develops from the breast tissue. It is mostly found in women, however, can be diagnosed in men too. Know symptoms and signs of breast cancer include: Nipple discharge or retraction of the nipple Enlargement of one breast, dimpling of the breast surface An “orange peel” texture to the skin Unintentional […]
Your questions on Breast Cancer answered
Since what age should women start a breast examination? Breast cancer is one such cancer that can be cured if detected and treated during initial stages. It is extremely important for women to know what their breasts look and feel like normally so that they are able to differentiate in case of any changes. Breast […]
The drawbacks of carrying heavy school bags
With children carrying heavier devices (such as laptops and iPads) and books to school, a large number of children suffer from growing deformities that cannot even be corrected, caused as a result of carrying a heavy weight on their backs or rather heavy school bags. Back pain and spinal abnormalities are extremely common in children as […]