2006
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AD ballet for SEN centre
Local and international ballet performers are to put on a show in aid of a special needs centre in Abu Dhabi, reported Gulf News. The Good Heart Foundation is organising the event on October 25 at the Emirates Palace on behalf of the Special Care Centre, a non-profit organisation that has funding problems. The show will feature the locally trained Fantasia Ballet and a duo from the Pisarev Ballet.
UAE east coast tremors
A number of towns on the east coast of the UAE experienced mild tremors yesterday morning but there were no reports of injuries or damage to property, according to the Gulf News. Residents claim the earth began to shake just before 9am and lasted for around five seconds. The tremors were felt in Khor Fakkan, Al Nahwa, Shayce, Bedia, Dibba Al Hosn and Dibba Al Fujairah.
BurJuman, breast cancer show
As part of the 2006 Safe and Sound Breast Cancer Awareness Programme, the BurJuman Centre has announced details of a fashion show featuring breast cancer survivors. The event on October 26 will showcase attire from the likes of Kenzo, Kenneth Cole, Escada Sport and Next. Prior to the show will be performances by the Ballet Centre and Dubai Harmony, with proceedings kicking off at 8pm.
Dohms handles 58 complaints
The Dubai Department of Health and Medical Services has investigated 58 medical complaints so far this year, of which 31 have been against private health centres, reported Gulf News. By comparison, last year a total of 59 complaints were received. Dr Eisa Kazim, the Assistant DG of Dohms, said that only about 10% of the complaints relate to malpractice or negligence by doctors.
UAE communication problem
Health officials have said many doctors in the UAE do not communicate clearly with their patients and fail to inform them fully of potential risks prior to medical procedures, reported Gulf News. It has also been claimed that some doctors do not reveal all the facts for fear of patients deciding against treatment and thus losing out on income. Officials stressed it is a patient's right to receive a full explanation.
New ambulances for Dubai
Ten new ambulances have been drafted into service in Dubai in order to provide a quicker response time to emergency calls. An official at the Unified Ambulance Centre said that ambulances are positioned at 51 different locations in the city, including police stations, hospitals and medical centres.
Neotech, O-Two tie-up
Dubai based Neotech Medical Equipment has signed a distribution deal with Canadian firm O-Two Medical Technologies. Under the agreement Neotech will distribute O-Two's complete range of emergency respiratory care devices in eight Middle Eastern countries. Neotech will distribute products such as the CAREvent range of resuscitators and automatic transport ventilators through to their CPR, airway management, oxygen therapy and burn relief devices.
UAE hormonal drug discrepancies
UAE authorities are evaluating a drug for hormonal imbalances in women after its Arabic and English instructions contained discrepancies, reported Gulf News. The English instructions for Progyluton advised users to stop taking it if irregular bleeding occurs, only after consulting a doctor, while the Arabic version recommends an immediate stop. The English version also advises users to stop taking the drug six weeks before surgery, while the Arabic version suggests six months.
More female doctors needed
Having more female family physicians would help decrease the mortality rates from breast cancer in the UAE, a senior health ministry official told Gulf News. Women, particularly the older generation, are more likely to seek medical attention at an early stage from woman doctors, which would increase their chances of survival.
90 min music "harmful"
Listening to loud music with earphones for more than 90 minutes a day can damage hearing, according to a US study of doctoral students. People who listened to music at 80% of capacity for 90 minutes per day were affected, but those who listened at softer levels suffered no hearing loss. Those who listened to music at 100% for more than five minutes were at risk of hearing loss.
Iran enforces smoking ban
A law has made smoking in pubic places illegal in Iran and outlawed tobacco advertising, AFP report citing a statement on the government website. The law was first passed two years ago but not implemented. Official statistics show that Iranian consumers spend $6.8bn a year on cigarettes.
Bird flu readiness questioned
A third of countries which have drawn up flu pandemic plans have failed to set out how they would distribute medical treatment, according to a report cited by the BBC. Countries surveyed included the US, Norway, Australia, India, China, Bahrain, South Africa, UK, Mexico and Thailand. The World Health Organisation recommends nations prioritise the allocation of pharmaceutical resources among the population.
Egypt bird flu case
Egypt has detected its first case of bird flu since May, in a woman who raised ducks from her home, according to the BBC. There have been fifteen cases of the H5N1 virus in Egypt since February, with six people dying. Eight recovered after being treated with Tamiflu. Egypt is a major route for migratory birds.
Hajj polio screening
Muslims making the Hajj pilgrimage must have polio immunisation certificates if they come from Nigeria, India, Afghanistan or Pakistan, the BBC reports. Pilgrims arriving from these countries will also be given an extra dose of the vaccine when they enter Saudi Arabia. Polio was nearly eradicated worldwide, until rumours in Nigeria caused people to shun the vaccine, leading to new outbreaks.
NBAD hosts Health Day
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi has hosted its first NBAD Health Day for its staff in conjunction with the New Medical Centre in Abu Dhabi. The bank invited three NMC physicians to give presentations on subjects related to high risk health issues and women's health, including the links between diabetes and obesity, stress and breast cancer. The bank also arranged for the NMC to provide free check-ups.
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