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HMC warns public against health card renewal scams

Increasing phishing attempts in Qatar underline the need for heightened cybersecurity awareness. Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has issued a public warning against fraudulent text messages concerning the renewal of health…

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HMC announces ‘system updates’ following complaints over appointment delays

A Doha News report published earlier this month highlighted months-long delays for patients in need of a rapid medical response. Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced “system changes” to better…

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Months-long wait for Qatar public healthcare appointments leaves patients helpless

Long lines and months of waiting: patients question long delays at Qatar’s public healthcare months after decrease in Covid-19 pressure. When Sara* had her second miscarriage in May 2021, a…

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The Round Up | 24 January 2022

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Walk-in booster shots now available in Qatar as Ehteraz rules updated

Those eligible can now head to their registered healthcare centre to receive their third dose without a prior appointment. People living in Qatar can now receive the COVID-19 booster shot…

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Doctors, medical staff outraged over sudden suspension of yearly raise

Doctors and administrators at the Primary Health Care Centre were shocked to find out that their annual raises were being stopped. Doctors and administrators at the Primary Health Care Corporation…

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Al Wakrah reopens women’s wellbeing clinic as normal services resume

The clinic is now open for consultations following the resumption of services at the Al Wakra hospital after acting as a Covid-19 facility. Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Women’s Wellbeing Clinic…

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UK strain triggers second Covid-19 wave in Qatar: official

Health officials confirm the presence of Covid-19 variants in Qatar. A spike in daily community cases in Qatar is linked to the emergence of the UK variant as well as…

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Could plasma therapy help treat Covid-19 patients in Qatar?

The country is encouraging recovered patients to donate plasma to treat current COVID-19 patients. Doctors at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) are using Convalescent Plasma Therapy to treat current Covid-19 patients…

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