International House Dubai launches its ‘Fight Against Child Obesity’ campaign

International House Dubai is getting together with Unicef to raise funds and awareness to go towards to their Fight Against Child Obesity in the UAE Campaign.

Obesity is dramatically on the rise in middle and high income countries. According to the Central Statistics Department of the Ministry of Health, over 30% of children suffer from overweight and obesity, which lead to several complications such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases that constitute the leading cause of death in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE has the second highest prevalence of diabetes in the world, as almost a quarter of the population has diabetes of one form or another. Read more

Problem-Solving and Mathematics

By Remediana Dias

Teachers devote much time to work with numbers and the practice of four rules, and many children achieve a satisfactory level of competence in this field, but few have sufficient opportunity for learning how to apply the skills they acquire to the solving of problems. Too few schools make opportunities for the development and extension of mathematical understanding which arises in children’s play, in their interest and in work in other parts of the curriculum. Read more

Many remain blissfully unaware

It is easy to imagine that in the UAE, liberal by all accounts compared to many of its Middle Eastern neighbors, one might occasionally forget that it is still an Islamic state. Nevertheless, many westerners, particularly visitors and newer residents, may remain blissfully unaware of the numerous ways they could land themselves in a heap of trouble.

A centralized source of the laws of the land is the UAE Ministry of Justice site, elaws.gov.ae.

Dubai’s intolerance for drugs is well known. Even possession of the smallest quantities of soft drugs such as cannabis, carrjail sentences of four years minimum, followed by deportation. Drug abuse is not heard off and drug rehabs are nonexistent. Individuals in a need of drug treatment should seek such abroad, in international clinics as, for example, Axis house  in California U.S.A. Read more

Attention Deficit Disorder and Dyslexia

By Remediana Dias

To learn effectively, we must attend to what we wish to learn. Unless the attention span is long enough to consign what we have heard to long term memory, what we are told is often quickly forgotten, and therefore new skills come slowly.

There is an organic cause known as ‘Attention Deficit Disorder’ (ADD) to poor attention and learning. US studies estimate it to be 3-4 times more prevalent in boys and affecting 3-5% of children. Recognised in North America, Australia, UK and other developed parts of the world, yet virtually unheard by some schools in the UAE.

The cause is not precisely known, but is most likely a genetic deficiency of certain brain chemicals. More importantly for people with learning difficulties we now know that there is an estimated 30% overlap between that and ADD/ADHD. Indeed some people believe that attentional problems are at the root of dyslexia. Read more

Peel away the effects of ageing and enjoy brighter, glowing skin with Inno Peels

The revolutionary Dubai-based Aesthetica Clinic has introduced a new range of skin peels that fight the signs of aging and whiten the skin. The Inno Peel range consists of products that are used professionally to produce a controlled chemical dermabrasion at the epidermal level, which ignites total regeneration of the skin’s upper layer. Basically, these are skin peels which produce fabulous looking skin. Through this cellular turn-over, damage caused by chronological aging and photoaging, strechmarks and scars can be decreased. Read more

Moving Forward in Combating Diabetes Mellitus Among GCC countries

Innovative Strategic Approaches

Researches estimate that, 366 million people – 4.4% of the world’s population will be diabetic by 2030. In order to discuss the possible national and international strategies to overturn this trend – International Diabetes Summit will take place from 5th to 6th October in Dubai, UAE. Read more

Nose Reshaping Now Possible With Radiesse Filler

Just when you finally think you’ve heard it all when it comes to new techniques in the field of minimally invasive aesthetic medicine, something new and exciting emerges to surprise us all. Nose jobs, medically referred to as rhinoplasty, are amongst the most commonly performed surgical procedures worldwide to date. We all probably know someone who’s had a ‘nose job’ to the extent that it’s become one of the most socially accepted procedures. Minimally invasive aesthetic medicine now offers a way to reshape the nose using only a, biostimulant filler, Radiesse.

Minimally invasive nose reshaping, which by now is music to the ears of many, is a relatively safer alternative to the traditional rhinoplasty. This pioneering method follows in the footsteps of the many minimally-invasive advancements before it; it was created with the same objective in mind which is to provide excellent cosmetic results with little to no pain or recovery time. Although it is one of the most desired cosmetic procedures, many people harbor a great deal of fear about rhinoplasty and its potential risks and complications. With Radiesse, most of these risks are no longer a factor. Read more

Nutrition is Key to Effective Diabetes Control

First-ever regional summit on diabetes nutrition launched – Total Nutrition Therapy program for Diabetes brings together regional and international experts

Diabetes-specific Nutrition, as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to managing diabetes is key to the effective control of the disease.  This was the central theme of the first-ever regional medical summit aimed at creating awareness among physicians about the importance of diabetes nutrition for management of diabetes, a growing pandemic in the region.

Under the patronage of the Dubai Health Authority, the summit highlighted the introduction of Total Nutrition Therapy for Diabetes, a unique nutrition education program for physicians developed specifically for diabetes, by diabetes nutrition experts.

The summit was facilitated by a panel of regional and international diabetes nutrition experts, and attended by key endocrinologists, internal medicine practitioners and clinical nutritionists. The summit highlighted the sharing of new insights on diabetes nutrition, providing physicians with nutrition management tools and techniques on how they can use nutrition as part of overall diabetes care. Read more

Aesthetica Clinic to take part in the DLC Complete Mothers Program

Aesthetica Clinic, the result driven, evidence based and minimally invasive aesthetic procedures clinic has been a key player in the market for several years. The Managing Director of the clinic, Dr. Maria Khattar’s participation in several workshops, exhibitions and educational events as a spokesperson or trainer has not only created waves in Dubai for her clinic’s highly ethical standards & innovative treatments but has inspired many to enhance their quality of life by improving their self esteem and confidence.

In addition to being a reputable role model in Aesthetics, with their continuous efforts in procuring the latest innovations and treatments in the field, Aesthetica Clinic will be participating in the Dubai Ladies Club ‘Sheikha Manal Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Complete Woman Program’ alongside other educational leaders in the market. This program is inspired by the vision of Her Highness which affirms that women can unleash the potential to enrich their daily lives with the right mentoring and guidance and that it will lead to positive self fulfillment. These educational activities have been tailor-made exclusively for UAE nationals. Read more

More than 10 International Dentists to represent the latest in Dentistry during the 1st International Orthodontic Meeting

The tenth Dubai World Dental Meeting – DWDM 2010 opened today at the Novotel World Trade Centre Hotel, with more than 6 eminent international experts delivering the latest practices, research and techniques in dentistry.

The DWDM is a high quality pre-course meeting, running parallel to the UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition – AEEDC Dubai, which is held under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai Health Authority. Read more

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