• Cardiologist urges residents not to ignore dizziness, chest discomfort, or unusual sweating during extreme heat

• Elderly individuals, heart patients, diabetics, and kidney disease patients among the most vulnerable

• Walking for 30 to 45 minutes regularly remains one of the best exercises for heart health

• Dehydration can thicken the blood and force the heart to work harder

• Experts advise hydration, limiting direct sun exposure, and seeking immediate medical attention for warning signs

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – May 19, 2026: With temperatures across the UAE already crossing 40°C, doctors at RAK Hospital are warning residents not to dismiss symptoms such as dizziness, excessive sweating, chest discomfort, or breathlessness as “just summer fatigue,” as extreme heat can place dangerous stress on the heart and, in some cases, trigger serious cardiac emergencies.

According to Dr. Ahmed Sharafeldin, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at RAK Hospital, prolonged exposure to heat can lead to dehydration, causing the blood to become thicker and forcing the heart to work harder to circulate blood throughout the body.

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30 Years of Lost Mobility Reversed by Advanced Shoulder Surgery in Ras Al Khaimah

This lack of awareness often results in delayed diagnosis and prolonged suffering. When pain affects daily activities, see medical guidance immediately, says RAK Hospital expert

12 May 2026, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE –For nearly 30 years, a 59-year-old South African national, Keith Lukin, lived with progressive shoulder arthritis that gradually reduced his mobility to just 10%. Over time, even the simplest daily activities—lifting a cup, reaching overhead, driving, or dressing—became difficult.

Over the years, he sought medical help across multiple centers internationally, undergoing countless physiotherapy sessions and repeated intra-articular steroid injections. Despite these interventions, the condition continued to deteriorate, with no lasting relief.

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A psychologist provides 5 simple and quick calming techniques to help manage panic and stress.

Simple grounding activities like holding ice, touching textures, walking barefoot, or tuning into surrounding sounds can help anchor the mind in the present and ease panic.

17 March, 2026; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – In times of uncertainty, continuous exposure to distressing news and information can trigger feelings of stress, anxiety and even sudden panic. Mental health experts say that while such reactions are natural, there are simple techniques individuals can use to regain control of their emotions and calm the mind.

Ms Zobia Amin, Clinical Psychologist, RAK Hospital

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