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Antibiotics over prescribed
Doctors in Bahrain are endangering the health of children and adults by over prescribing antibiotics when treating patients, according to a Ministry of Health study. It found that a quarter of all medication prescribed in the country are antibiotics. Patients are pressuring doctors to give them antibiotics, prompting the Ministry to launch as awareness campaign and encourage doctors to prescribe less when treating people.
Bahrain: Saturday, May 17 - 2008 at 08:53

UAE plans e-insurance claims
The National Health Insurance Company (Daman) has met with major health providers for the gradual implementation of electronic insurance claims in the UAE, starting with the emirate of Abu Dhabi, reported Khaleej Times. Axel Tottenborn, COO of Daman, said that instead of the paper-based claims, invoices for all insurance claims will soon be transferred electronically.
United Arab Emirates: Thursday, May 15 - 2008 at 08:30

Saudis devour more calories
Despite health concerns and high obesity levels in Saudi Arabia, the consumption of high calorie food and drinks grew rapidly in 2007 compared to 2006 according to research company TNS. The consumption of fizzy soft drinks rose 29%, chocolate by 16.7% and salty snacks by 13.3%.
Saudi Arabia: Wednesday, May 14 - 2008 at 09:59

International nursing conference to be held in UAE
The International Conference on Nursing and Global Health will be held at the Gulf Medical College in Ajman on May 23rd. In addition, four workshops will be held on May 24 at the college to celbrate International Nurses Day. The conference is accredited by the Ministry of health UAE for 9.5 CNE Hrs. International faculties from UK and Malaysia apart from faculty from UAE will deliver talks at the conference.
United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, May 14 - 2008 at 08:38 |

Abu Dhabi aims to boost patient satisfaction
Abu Dhabi's biggest healthcare challenge is improving efficiency and patient satisfaction, not building new hospitals and increasing bed capacity, according to officials at Health Authority Abu Dhabi. The authority has unveiled its five year strategic plan which includes providing access to affordable healthcare, safeguarding patient safety, and building patient trust in the healthcare system.
United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, May 13 - 2008 at 07:54

DIFC opens medical facility
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has teamed up with the Dubai Health Authority for its own state-of-the-art medical testing facility within its premises. The facility aims to aid the processing of immigration formalities for employees in its district. The medical centre is located at the DIFC District and is open daily from 8am to 4pm.
United Arab Emirates: Monday, May 12 - 2008 at 10:23

Cedars wins Jafza companies for test
Cedars Jebel Ali International Hospital has signed a deal with Jafza for the legal requirement of visa medical tests for employees of all companies operating within Jafza. Cedars will be conducting blood tests and x-rays for new residence visa applicants, and blood tests for residence visa renewals.
United Arab Emirates: Sunday, May 11 - 2008 at 11:13

UAE ups stop-smoking clinics
The UAE Ministry of Health has agreed in a memorandum of understanding with Novartis for the opening of two more smoking cessation clinics in Fujairah and Ajman. All smokers can get free check up in the clinic and UAE nationals can also receive free treatment to help them give up smoking.
United Arab Emirates: Saturday, May 10 - 2008 at 13:43