health and wellbeing Archives

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WHO designates Qatar cities with ‘healthy’ status

Qatar receives another WHO recognition, following the Public Health Minister’s appointment as Co-Chair of WHO Subcommittee. The World Health Organization has awarded Doha and Al-Rayyan municipalities with “Healthy Cities” status…

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World Mental Health Day 2021: Five shocking facts

10 October marks World Mental Health Day, a global event which aims to raise awareness about mental health conditions. The World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) has set this year’s…

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Breast Cancer Awareness: What are the most common warning signs?

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Every year during the month of October, there is a global campaign aimed at increasing awareness and support for the early detection and treatment…

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All you need to know about vitiligo

While vitiligo does not have a direct effect on the individual’s health, people with the condition may be concerned about social stigma or even issues surrounding ethnic identity, writes Maha…

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Frustrated with your hyperpigmentation? Here’s what you can do

Hyperpigmentation is commonly associated with pregnancy, when taking the contraceptive pill, or the occurrence of some hormonal disorders, as well as genetics. Harmless but frustrating to treat on your own,…

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Covid-19 can accelerate ‘dementia pandemic’, experts warn

While some risk factors for dementia can’t be helped, researchers have been exploring the impact of other risk factors on brain health that can potentially be reversed. September is World…

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Drinking coffee reduces the risk of liver disease: study

You’re probably not alone if you rely on that morning cup of coffee to get you through the day, but did you know that drinking coffee can also be good…

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Lower your risk of dementia: Five things to remember

Find out how you can combat the early onset of Dementia with a few simple steps, writes Maha El Akoum. We have all heard of dementia – a medical condition…

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‘Omnia Seheya’: WISH launches first Arabic health and wellbeing podcast

The World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) kicks off its first Arabic language podcast aimed to raise awareness over various health issues in the Arab world. WISH has launched its…

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