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The Mystery Behind A Series of Stones: When a Kidney Tale Uncovers More

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The Mystery Behind A Series of Stones: When a Kidney Tale Uncovers More

In the heart of Dubai, inside the gleaming walls of the renowned Stone Center at AZHD, a resilient woman in her early forties waited. Her face was etched with lines that seemed to chronicle her many encounters with an old adversary – kidney stones. Those tiny, painful mineral deposits had become a recurring part of her life.

Dr. Mohammed Shahait
Consultant of Urology and Robotic Surgery
Al Zahra Hospital – Dubai

Over the years, she had suffered several excruciating renal colics, those sharp, cramping pains in the lower back and groin area that often signify a kidney stone is on the move. The pain was so severe at times that she would be rushed to the emergency room, clutching her side, praying for relief. She had undergone numerous interventions, from medications to shatter the stone to surgeries to remove them.

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DHA Director-General Inaugurates 3 Key Healthcare Events at DWTC

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DHA Director-General Inaugurates 3 Key Healthcare Events at DWTC

Dubai Otology, ARM, IFM expect to see more than 12,000 attendees over 3 days

Dubai, UAE – 31 October 2023: His Excellency Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority, officially inaugurated today three key healthcare events at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The 11th edition of Dubai Otology, Neurotology, and Skull Base Surgery Conference and Exhibition (Dubai Otology), the 8th edition of Annual Radiology Meeting in UAE(ARM), and 10th edition of International Family Medicine (IFM) have all commenced side-by-side with a respective program for each specialization that features some of the most prominent physicians and specialists in their field.

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4th Annual Health Awards 2023

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4th Annual Health Awards 2023 sets the stage for the biggest recognition in the healthcare industry, honoring over 100 Awardees across 60+ Categories

October 31, 2023: As HEALTH Magazine gets ready to present the Fourth Annual Health Awards in 2023, it is setting the stage for the biggest event in the healthcare sector, gathering leading industry speakers in the healthcare industry to create knowledge exchange and recognize transformative achievements. This high-profile event, which will have over 100 awardees and more than 60 categories, is scheduled on November 21, 2023, starting at 11 a.m. There will be a luncheon held at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai’s Baniyas Ballroom after the event.

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RAK Hospital Sheds Light on Diabetic Foot Care to Prevent Amputations

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RAK Hospital Sheds Light on Diabetic Foot Care to Prevent Amputations

25% of diabetics suffering from Diabetic Foot Disease face the traumatic prospect of surgical amputation

Recent studies have shown that the five-year survival rate for Diabetic Amputees is less than 43%

Crucial warning signs of Diabetic Foot Disease include tingling sensations, loss of feeling, cracks in the feet, changes in foot color or temperature, foot swelling, fungal infections, and the presence of sores, blisters, or ulcers.

30th October 2023; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE —RAK Hospital, continues its mission to educate and empower the community in the fight against diabetes. As part of the ongoing 3-month RAK Diabetes Challenge, Dr. Abhay Khadke recently led an engaging session on Diabetes Foot Care, equipping participants with essential knowledge to effectively manage this condition and take proactive measures to avoid serious complications.

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Emirates Oncology Society, Novartis Launch New Partnership to Transform Breast Cancer Care in the UAE

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Emirates Oncology Society, Novartis Launch New Partnership to Transform Breast Cancer Care in the UAE

‘United for Breast Cancer – A Commitment for Excellence and Innovation’ aims to address critical areas in breast cancer diagnosis, management, patient journeys, and local data generation.

30 October 2023; Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Novartis, a focused, innovative medicines company, and the Emirates Oncology Society (EOS) announced this week the launch of their partnership for United for Breast Cancer – A Commitment for Excellence and Innovation. The pioneering partnership aims to transform the landscape of breast cancer care in the UAE and generate local data to enhance the treatment and care of breast cancer patients across the emirates.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world and in the Gulf, with the average age of diagnosis in the UAE being around 10 years younger than in Western countries.

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