What do you know about lupus?
The majority of lupus cases occur sporadically, affecting people with no family history of lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disorder, whereby the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues and…
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Maha El Akoum
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Cancer drug cures patients in clinical trial, but experts warn against being overly optimistic
Given the study only included 12 patients, experts suggest that larger trials are necessary. Findings from a new US-based study published in The New England Journal of Medicine earlier this month have…
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Flu vaccines may protect against COVID-19 infection, Qatar study finds
Knowing flu jabs can help protect against symptoms resulting from COVID-19 could greatly help the nations who have not been able to compete for vaccines. A study of 30,774 healthcare…
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Understanding autism in girls and women
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a health condition that can affect the way individuals behave, socialise and communicate. ASD is a condition that has a wide-ranging spectrum of symptoms and severity, so…
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What is alopecia?
Many will have heard about the feud at the Oscars that was fueled by the comments comedian Chris Rock made about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head. Along with reactions encouraging…
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How to stay active and healthy during Ramadan
Observing the holy month of Ramadan, for those of us who fast, tends to lead to a change in our dietary habits, eating and sleeping routines. Studies have shown that…
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What is the difference between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ cholesterol?
Cholesterol generally gets a bad reputation, however, in reality, our bodies need it to function properly. Cholesterol is used by our bodies to make different hormones, vitamin D and to…
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Why some vaccines require boosters and others don’t
To date, the Gulf nation has administered over 331,437 Moderna and Pfizer booster doses, but why is it needed? The COVID-19 virus has so far spawned 11 variants, Delta and…
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How phobias are triggered and what you can do to overcome your fears
Phobias are a type of anxiety disorder that cause irrational, excessive feelings of fear. If you have a phobia, you probably experience a deep sense of dread before an expected…
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