Health & Wellbeing Archives

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Physical inactivity linked to higher risk of severe Covid-19 symptoms, death

Covid-19 patients who are physically inactive are at higher risk of severe health complications that may require hospitalisation or lead to death, according to a new study. Covid-19 patients who…

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Weight loss in Ramadan: How to safely boost your metabolism at suhoor

We know that fasting has many benefits that could lead to weight loss, but can suhoor further help in boosting body metabolism? Doha News sat with an expert who revealed…

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HMC women’s hospital first in region to receive SOAP accreditation

Hamad Medical Corporation’s Obstetric Anaesthesia Services has received an international accreditation for its quality service and care. Obstetric Anaesthesia Services at Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Women’s Wellness and Research Center…

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We need to talk about eating disorders and Ramadan

Fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is one of the five main pillars of Islam and while exemptions are in place for those with medical conditions, societal pressure means…

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Pre or post iftar workouts? Fitness experts reveal all

Besides the many benefits of fasting, working out also has several advantages that will keep you in good shape while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The Islamic month of fasting has…

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Instagram tests hide ‘likes’ feature to ease online pressure

Instagram launched a test allowing users to opt out of showing ‘likes’ . Instagram rolled out a test feature to hide “like counts” this week, in a bid to ease…

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Moderna, Pfizer testing ‘tweaked’ vaccine to tackle deadlier variants

Upgraded Covid-19 vaccines are currently being tested with hopes to provide further protection against new deadly variants. A third dose of the Covid-19 vaccine is being trialed in the United…

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Qatar launches major Covid-19 vaccination drive for refugees worldwide

The Gulf state will be joining countries who vaccinated refugees, including Jordan and Nepal. Qatar has announced a major $100 million initiative to vaccinate more than three million refugees and…

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Hazm Mebaireek Covid-19 field hospital expanded with 100 beds

Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC)’s new field hospital expansion at Hazm Mebaireek General Hospital provides more bed care services. The second phase of a new field hospital at Hamad Medical Corporation…

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