Healthcare | Wednesday 3 January, 2018 10:07 am

Saudi Food and Drug Authority: No VAT on human medicines, vitamins, and registered medical equipment

The Food and Drug Authority (FDA) said that the VAT will not be applied on human medicines, vitamins, and registered medical devices and products. Abdul Rahman Al-Sultan, pharmacist and director of the SFDA’s department of pharmaceutical information and awareness, said that the FDA is...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 2 January, 2018 3:03 pm

Canadian Specialist Hospital to contribute AED 10.5 million in 2018 in support of the Year-of-Giving

In support of the Year-of-Giving initiative, Canadian Specialist Hospital will be contributing 10.5 million dirhams for the treatment of 175 patients for dialysis and cataract surgery in the year 2018. The hospital will be offering half the price to selected patients on dialysis sessions, lab tests ...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 2 January, 2018 2:17 pm

Department of Health- Abu Dhabi launches "Mabrouk Ma Yak" Service at Private Sector Hospitals

The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), announced the launch of "Mabrouk Ma Yak" service at Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children, part of the United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) in Abu Dhabi, as part of the Department's keenness to expand the implementation of ...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 2 January, 2018 11:10 am

Healthcare is a Major Target for Cybercriminals

The internet of things has transformed the healthcare sector, allowing practitioners to easily share information and deliver personalised treatments. Yet many experts in the security industry believe that of all the industries facing serious cyber threats, healthcare is possibly the most at risk....

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Healthcare | Monday 1 January, 2018 9:14 am

Al-Rabiah lauds KSMC’s achievements in medical education

Minister of Health Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah honored 232 students at a graduation ceremony held at King Saud Medical City (KSMC) in Riyadh. KSMC had sponsored the students to enroll in accredited academic and training programs in the Kingdom and abroad. In a speech on the occasion, Al-Rabiah...

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Healthcare | Saturday 30 December, 2017 4:00 am

Gold’s Gym becomes first gym chain to introduce innovative digital technologies for the ultimate fitness experience

Gold’s Gym, a subsidiary of the Al Ahli Holding Group, is set to become the first gym chain to offer cloud-based technology to consumers for fitness tracking and lifestyle management. With the relaunch of five of its fitness clubs in the UAE to include state-of-the-art TechnoGym equipment and ...

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Healthcare | Friday 29 December, 2017 3:53 am

Sharjah Baby Friendly Office Promotes Breastfeeding Culture

The Sharjah Baby Friendly Office (SBFO) recently organised two training workshops for the medical personnel at Khorfakkan Hospital and Sharjah Parents Council with the objective to improve breastfeeding practices in the emirate by equipping health facilities and institutions dealing with mothers...

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Healthcare | Monday 25 December, 2017 3:52 am

Cambridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center’s Dubai facility opens its doors with carefully tailored rehabilitation and support programs

Cambridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center (CMRC), the UAE’s leading rehabilitation and long-term care facility, has opened the doors of its new medical facility in Dubai’s Motor City to offer the community a raft of tailored rehabilitation and physiotherapy...

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Healthcare | Sunday 24 December, 2017 12:01 pm

AUS signs agreement with Zulekha Hospital

As part of its commitment to engaging in and promoting research and knowledge exchange, American University of Sharjah (AUS) signed an agreement with Zulekha Hospital LLC to facilitate mutual cooperation in the fields of research, internship and student sponsorship between the two organizations....

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Healthcare | Sunday 24 December, 2017 5:21 am

Dubai Culture Takes ‘Melodies of Happiness’ to Al Amal Hospital

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirates dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has announced the activation of the  ‘Melodies of Happiness’ initiative at Al Amal Hospital in Dubai,  which primarily aims to spread happiness and positivity...

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