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Diabetes forum in AD
Experts in diabetes research, management and treatment, including two representatives of Abu Dhabi's Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLDC), will attend a Primary Health Forum and Healthcare Management Forum in Abu Dhabi from September 2-4. Professor Philippe Froguel, Chair in Genomic Medicine, Division of Medicine, Imperial College London and Stephen Baker, General Manager at the ICLDC will speak at the event.
Mercury found in cosmetics
Dubai inspectors have discovered high rates of mercury in skin-whitening and freckle creams that carry a 'made in the US' label, reports Emirates Today. The emirate began lab testing cosmetics two years ago because many general trading companies were selling the items. Officials are conducting an extensive search to confiscate the contaminated products.
New diabetes screening service
Dubai is launching a screening service to help people at risk of developing diabetes avoid the disease, reported Emirates Today. The programme has already been implemented in Abu Dhabi, where 17% of those tested were found to be in danger. Nearly a quarter of UAE nationals suffer from diabetes, and experts fear the percentage could rise to 50 within 15 to 20 years.
Fake Viagra shipment foiled
UAE health, customs and police authorities successfully blocked an attempt to smuggle 1,600 kgs of fake Viagra into the country through Dubai International Airport, WAM reported. The attempt was described as the biggest of its kind in the UAE so far. The consignment will be destroyed.
Dubai ambulance awareness program
Dubai's new Center of Ambulance Services is launching 'Ambulance Awareness Campaign 2007-2008' to target the lack of knowledge among the public on aspects of emergency healthcare, safety, and first aid to shape their attitude towards ambulance services. The center's goal is to improve patient care, reduce emergency response times, and educate society on safety precautions during emergencies.
Abu Dhabi to host medical confab
The Abu Dhabi Medical Congress will be held from September 2-4, 2007 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, featuring an extensive conferences programme and an exhibition of healthcare equipment featuring the latest technology. Co-located at the event will be the Healthcare Insurance Conference, which will focus on the various challenges, regulations, and increasing customer demands in the healthcare insurance sector across the Middle East.
Rain and floods kill 50 in Yemen
Heavy rains and flooding have claimed the lives of around 50 people in Yemen since the beginning of August, according to agency reports. A number of homes and farms have been destroyed by the floods and livestock has also been killed. United Press International is reporting that nine people from the same family were killed by lightning in Rimma on Saturday.
Obesity problems in UAE
Doctors in the UAE have revealed they are treating an increasing number of children with conditions such as heart disease and diabetes as result of obesity, reported Gulf News. Dr V.J. Sebastian, the Head of the Cardiology Department at Dubai's Welcare Hospital, said some children were like 'mini-adults' due to their obesity. A survey carried out last year found that 10% of all 15 year olds in public schools were obese.
Camel death mystery in Saudi
Saudi Arabia's Agriculture Minister Dr Fahd Balghonaim has said he cannot rule out the possibility of foul play being behind the deaths of 1,982 camels in the kingdom, reported Arab News. The majority of the deaths, over 1,000 of them, have occurred in the Riyadh region, with more than 400 in Mecca. An investigation is ongoing but it has been established that the camels were poisoned by contaminated bran feedstock.
UAE lead poisoning drive
The recall of millions of Chinese made toys due to concerns over lead poisoning has prompted the UAE's Health Ministry to launch an awareness campaign, reported Gulf News. Dr Hala Haidar, the Assistant Director of Technical Affairs for Health Education, said the campaign would focus on the possible risks of brain damage that can be caused by lead poisoning. Nurses and other health professionals would be the first to be trained.
Dubai eyes screening
Dr Ali Al Marzouqi, the Director of Public Health at the Dubai Department of Health and Medical Services (Dohms), has said the emirate is looking to introduce pre-entry health screening for workers from countries with high incidences of infectious diseases, reported Gulf News. Al Marzouqi said workers bound for Dubai from the likes of India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Philippines would face the screening.
Jordan TV to air health program
Jordan Health Communication Partnership, in cooperation with Johns Hopkins University, is launching a new health segment titled 'Hayate Ahla' every Sunday morning on the 'Yawm Jadeed' show on Jordan TV. The program will cover a variety of health topics related to modern family life including pre-marital tests, family planning, pre-natal and post-natal care, reproductive decisions, and child care.
UAE issues environmental rules
The UAE's Ministry for Water and Environment has unveiled a three-year plan that will focus on rational use of natural resources. The ministry's initiatives will include environmental inspection, issuance of certificates recognizing environmental performance, fines for violating environmental guidelines, and development of natural resources to promote sustainable development.
Drug registration deadline set
Drug manufacturers and distributors in the UAE must renew expired registration of medicines they intend to continue marketing in the country by 31 August, reported Khaleej Times. Dr. Issa bin Jakka Al Mansoori, Director of the Drug Control Department at the Ministry of Health, said if registrations for such medicines are not renewed with MOH prior by the cutoff date they will be automatically cancelled and distributors will be banned from importing these drugs into the country.
New UAE cigarette rulings
The Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology has announced a toughening up of rules relating to cigarette packaging in the UAE, reported Gulf News. From September 29, all cigarette packets must display a health warning on the front in large lettering in both Arabic and English. Each cigarette must contain no more than 0.6 milligrams of nicotine, ten milligrams of tar and produce a maximum of 12 milligrams of carbon monoxide.
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