A recent study has revealed that poor sleep in early middle age can lead to significant brain ageing. Researchers found that individuals with high levels of poor sleep habits had an average brain age of 2.6 years older than those with better sleep patterns. This finding is crucial as it highlights the connection between sleep […]
In an unfortunate case of events, a 14-year-old boy from Florida committed suicide after he got emotionally attached to an AI character, a chatbot! Sewell Setzer III was communicating with an AI chatbot from the app Character AI and became emotionally connected to it. “What if I told you I could come home right now?,” […]
ABU DHABI: Landmarks across Abu Dhabi illuminated on Thursday, October 24, in support of World Polio Day 2024, an annual moment that aims to galvanise momentum towards global efforts to eradicate the disease. Buildings and structures across the UAE capital were lit in blue and purple to raise awareness of polio – a preventable and […]
DUBAI: Abdul Rahman bin Mohammad bin Nasser Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, highlighted the UAE’s remarkable achievements in eradicating polio globally, crediting the strategic leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Al Owais emphasised that the UAE President’s humanitarian initiatives have been crucial in supporting global efforts to create […]
DUBAI: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has made a significant leap in telehealth services, strengthening Dubai’s position in the realm of digital health. According to a recent DHA report, telehealth consultations soared to nearly 375,000 in 2023, reflecting a 28 percent increase compared to 2022. The report also highlighted a substantial rise in electronic prescriptions, […]
Sports and physical workouts play a vital role in memory development (Part 2) Continuing from Part 1 of the article; let us see more how Sports and Physical Workouts activities for kids boost memory development. Muscle-strengthening activities that kids love and enjoy can be unstructured, and can be part of play, such as playing with […]
CAIRO: Egypt has just been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO), which is a big deal for a country with over 100 million people! This achievement is the result of nearly 100 years of hard work by both the Egyptian government and its people to eliminate malaria, a disease that has been around […]
Men face unique challenges when it comes to recognising and addressing depression. They are also less likely to seek help due to societal expectations and the stigma associated with mental health issues. Today, let’s discuss overlooked signs of depression in men. By recognising and addressing these issues, men can improve their mental health and overall […]
Arthritis is often thought of as a condition that affects older adults, but did you know that it can also impact children and young adults? While arthritis is commonly associated with joint pain in older individuals, it can begin at any age, and understanding the early signs can help in early diagnosis and management. What […]
COPENHAGEN: The UN World Health Organisation (WHO) said that humanity’s “collective amnesia” about the gravity of the COVID-19 pandemic “should not prevent us from protecting ourselves and our loved ones from the ongoing spread of respiratory diseases”. Coronaviruses like COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) “must be taken seriously” as they are particularly dangerous […]
DUBAI: Get ready for an action-packed month of fitness! Registrations for the 8th annual Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) are now open. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the DFC aims to make Dubai one of the most active cities in the world. This free, 30-day […]
