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Dubai: Meet expat who went from washing dishes to competing in sports, running marathons worldwide

Hamza Masmoudi is also working on developing a home workout app in collaboration with a former client

Perimenopause, the secret signal of change

Pack the essentials— knowledge, support, or a go-to playlist for those 'can’t-sleep' nights

UAE: New procedure helps older patients avoid open heart surgery, recover in one week

The transcatheter aortic valve implantation gives patients the opportunity to continue their daily lives with minimal disruption

'Often misleading': UAE doctors warn Gen Z of fitness trends on social media

They stress that 'detoxes' or 'cleanses' can be marketing gimmicks with little scientific backing

UAE: Medicines to become more affordable as local production set to surge by 40%

The rapid growth of local medicine manufacturing and licensing in the country was significantly driven by the Covid-19 pandemic

Dubai residents may pay more for health insurance but benefits now include dental checks, dialysis

Not all have adjusted premiums despite adding these benefits, but some have revised rates, said an insurer

UAE: Patient records of 80% public, private hospitals on unified platform, says Minister

The Riayati Digital Healthcare Platform, launched in 2022, allows patients to use their medical records across healthcare facilities in the country

Fridays at home: Dubai eases load for new mothers with Sheikha Hind's initiative

Sheikha Hind, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, launched Family Programme to empower families and foster their stability and growth

HMPV outbreak: How the virus is transmitted; symptoms, treatment explained

While mild, the illness can cause severe complications like pneumonia, especially in infants, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems

UAE: Newly diagnosed with Parkinson's? Exercise is 'only proven way' to slow it down

An expert noted that slow movement or trouble keeping up while walking are often mistaken for ageing but could be early signs of the disease