Hajj 2026 vaccinations and health checklist for pilgrims travelling to Mecca

Hajj 2026: Vaccines you need before you travel

Mandatory vaccines, recommended shots and medical prep for a safe Hajj 2026

Why do mosquitoes increase after rainfall in UAE?

Expert-approved methods to eliminate mosquito breeding sites after recent UAE rains

Dubai Creek mirrors the calm after rain, with soft clouds and glistening waters, captured by Harinath Vinu.

Abu Dhabi’s rules for school lunches: What’s banned?

No more nuggets? Abu Dhabi schools have restricted foods with ‘empty calories’

Schools and parents are encouraged to remove ‘nutritionally empty’ foods and replace them with whole, natural ingredients.

Anti-obesity drugs: How much cheaper are they getting?

Demand surged across US, UAE, driven by proven ability to deliver sustained weight loss

In clinics from Dubai to New York, GLP-1 drugs have become a central — and often contested — part of obesity care.

Paid your hospital bill? You can get your money back

If a clinic wasn’t covered by insurance, you may still be eligible for reimbursement

Paid for a medical test or treatment yourself? Here’s how to file a reimbursement claim and get your refund.

The UAE’s hidden Vitamin D and mood connection

Why even sunny UAE residents are at risk of vitamin D deficiency and low moods

UAE’s 'sunshine paradox’: How Vitamin D deficiency affects mental health

Who is responsible for health insurance in the UAE?

Health insurance rules vary by emirate - what policies cover and who qualifies

Employers are responsible for health insurance for employees and, usually, their families

UAE visa: Where to get medical fitness test in Dubai

Find all medical fitness centres in Dubai - check timings, costs, and fast-track services

Completing a medical fitness test is a mandatory step for all expats aged 18 and above. Pictured used for illustrative purposes.

Can you bring prescription medicine into the UAE?

Know which medicines require permits and how visitors can apply for approval online

If you plan to bring prescription or controlled medicines into the UAE, you must first obtain approval from Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP).

UAE shoppers turn to AI to cut food costs, eat smarter

Budget pressure is turning GCC grocery habits smarter, healthier and more tech-driven

From AI meal plans to smart grocery apps, tech is reshaping how we eat.

Why every woman needs a girls’ trip this summer

Follow these golden rules, travel hacks, and check-list for a drama-free vacation

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UAE smoking rules: What’s allowed and what’s not

Where smoking and vaping are allowed or banned in the UAE

Find out which public spaces in the UAE allow smoking and which could land you with fines. Shisha, vaping, and cigarette rules explained.

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