Hot and humid climate is one of the main causes of the rheumatic disease – experts.
Healthcare
Hepatitis rates in Egypt at ‘epidemic’ level
More than half a million new cases occur each year in the country, new data shows.
UAE corners regional medical tourism market
Some 4.3m medical tourists predicted to visit the biggest Mideast market in 2010.
Hospital group eyes funds for India, Sharjah growth
Zuleka Hospitals Group applies to World Bank unit for $24m loan for expansion plans.
Saudi doctors to get annual living allowance
Health officials announce move to health sector improve working conditions.
Oman pharmaceutical market set to grow 37% by 2014
Rise fuelled by increasing use of generic and over the counter drugs.
Prescription for profit
David Hadley, CEO of Emirates Healthcare Limited (EHL), on why the Gulf region’s medical industry is in rude health.
HIV stigma stifles outreach in Arab states
Only under 14 percent of people infected with HIV in MENA region get treatment.
Kickbacks ‘rife’ among Dubai doctors – health chief
Emirates Healthcare CEO says bribes fund number of substandard hospitals, clinics.
Saudi health officials ban sale of soft drinks in hospitals
Plan to introduce fresh juices and dairy products as alternatives – dep health minister.
Health chief sees mandatory insurance in Dubai soon
Emirates Healthcare Ltd boss says insurance move will come ‘sooner or later’.