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Live in these Dubai areas? Donate blood near home

‘My blood, for my country’ campaign eyes over 200 units as it expands to five communities

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The drive will activate across five Dubai Residential communities, Shorooq, Ghoroob, The Gardens, Al Khail Gate, and International City

Free walking club launches at Yas Mall Abu Dhabi

A free morning club helps residents stay active indoors and build healthier routines

The Yas Mall Walking Club is free for residents to join

How UAE doctors want you to rethink your health

Experts say prevention, screenings, and mental well-being are key for healthier living

On World Health Day 2026, the global message is: “Together for health. Stand with science.”

UAE universities lead early disease detection research

From Alzheimer’s prediction to cancer tech, how UAE research is changing care

Professor of Chemistry at NYUAD Ali Trabolsi (left) and Lead Researcher at NYUAD Farah Benyettou (right)

How UAE's new licensing rules will boost healthcare

From faculty in hospitals to faster graduate licensing, UAE reshapes its health workforce

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World Health Day: Symptoms UAE doctors say act on

Why early action matters and the warning signs you should never ignore

Every year on 7 April, World Health Day serves as a global reminder to pause and take stock of our wellbeing.

How to thrive in work as we live longer

Why a 100-year life demands new ways of working, living and sustaining energy

Research has shown that the quality of our relationships is one of the strongest predictors of both health and happiness.

UAE approves weight-loss pill, but can you afford it?

Unlike injectable GLP-1, orforglipron can fit into daily life with minimal disruption

UAE fast-tracks new weight-loss pill, patients to weigh affordability, access

UAE: How Filipina expat’s ‘stress’ became brain tumour

Mother of two dismissed headaches and fatigue for years; saved after complex surgery

Eliza with Dr Chelladurai Pandian Hariharan

How families in the UAE raise ‘ausome’ children

Parents say life in the UAE is making a meaningful difference in their autism journey

Clockwise from top left: Renelin Abenoja, Ryan Andres, Jovelyn Galasinao, and Cristy Tan

Abu Dhabi opens eight centres for autism diagnosis

Initiative ensures faster assessments and early intervention for children

Centres across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra offer timely assessments.

New preventive health law launched in Ras Al Khaimah

Emirate sets regulatory framework to monitor, test, and safeguard public health

Law No. 4 of 2026 strengthens preventive measures in public health establishments.

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