Healthcare | Tuesday 14 March, 2017 4:00 pm

Global Obesity Has Reached Pandemic Levels, According to New Report by Aetna International

Urgent action is required to limit the global fallout from rising obesity levels, according to a report published today by Aetna International, one of the world’s leading health insurance providers. Aetna International combined data from the World Health Organisation (WHO), the United...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 14 March, 2017 7:01 am

Arab Media Figure Ola Al-Fares Undergoes a Breast Cancer Screening

With 3.3 followers on Instagram, Pink Caravan Ambassador, a fashion icon and an influential young voice in the Middle East, Ola Al-Fares does not need an introduction in the Arab World. Her intelligence, strong stance on social issues and She has captured the hearts and imaginations of the young...

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Healthcare | Friday 10 March, 2017 10:00 am

Easy commits to Children's Association for the Disabled

Easy and the Disabled Children’s Association (DCA) have achieved yet another milestone by partnering together to help Disabled children through a large fleet of Easy vehicles in the Kingdom. This gives all Easy passengers the chance to be a part of this great initiative The move comes with...

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Healthcare | Wednesday 8 March, 2017 12:35 pm

WHAT IS DESIGN BUILD? A REVOLUTIONARY APPROACH TO MODERN HEALTH-CARE CONSTRUCTION.

The best ideas are born through collaboration, and when different ideas and skills come together to work towards a single purpose, the results are almost always spectacular. Despite the changing landscapes of economic and financial conditions, the need for quality healthcare remains. Hospital...

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Healthcare | Wednesday 8 March, 2017 12:33 pm

10 DOS AND DON’TS OF HOSPITAL DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION: A VIEW ON DESIGN-BUILD APPROACH IN MENA REGION.

The approach to planning and implementing a successful hospital construction project has changed greatly. Here are some tips for building a strong, modern healthcare facility: DO: Focus on Core Care Functions and Goals Modern healthcare construction is all about focusing on the value, or ...

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Healthcare | Wednesday 8 March, 2017 8:34 am

Children’s cancer hospital in Rabigh soon

A team of 15 businessmen and a doctor led by former Health Minister Dr. Hamad Al-Manie is making preparations to launch a specialized children’s cancer hospital in Jeddah. It will be established at King Abdullah Economic City in Rabigh, north of Jeddah, and is supported by Sanid charitable ...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 7 March, 2017 12:54 pm

UAE leads countries with developed ecosystem for Halal pharmaceuticals, study says

Global standards drive up demand, investment in over AED 286 billion Halal pharmaceutical market   Top consumer markets include Turkey, Saudi Arabia, United States, Indonesia and Algeria     Mass manufacturing set to be the key driver of the industry’s...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 7 March, 2017 9:59 am

Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa Reinforces Support for Kuwait Down Syndrome Society

For the second consecutive year, Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa, Kuwait’s idyllic resort, has shown its far-reaching support for the children of the Kuwait Down Syndrome Society. As part of their year long sponsorship, the luxurious landmark sponsored the society's celebrations...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 7 March, 2017 9:45 am

AIDS Healthcare Foundation Unveils Two New Facilities in Nigeria

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has officially unveiled two newly constructed facilities in Nigeria in partnership with the Benue State Ministry of Health and Benue State AIDS Control Agency (BENSACA). The AHF is the largest non-profit HIV/AIDS organization in the world. It provides health...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 7 March, 2017 8:28 am

1,030 transsexuals undergo SRS at KAU center in 10 years

The sex-correction surgical center at King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Jeddah has performed sex reassignment surgery (SRS) on 1,030 transgendered patients in the Kingdom and neighboring Gulf states since its inception 10 years ago, according to Dr. Yasser Jamal, president of the...

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