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Sidra Medicine provides ‘culturally-appropriate’ mental health intervention for pregnant mothers

Depression and anxiety are major mental health risks for pregnant women and new mothers. Using a well known western approach, specialist women’s and children’s hospital Sidra Medicine’s unique programme seeks…

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Qatar pioneers new study on gene-environment

In what is the first of its kind in the Middle East, advanced research will be conducted analysing pregnant women’s journey to better understand genetics. Qatar Biobank, a research entity…

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Health & Wellbeing

PCOS: All you need to know

Women with PCOS are more likely to develop certain serious health problems. including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart issue. What is PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a…

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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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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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Pregnant during Ramadan? Here is what you should know before fasting

Pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised to break their fast immediately if any alarming symptoms occur. As Ramadan approaches, experts at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) are urging pregnant and breastfeeding…

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Dear Mum, opening up about pregnancy loss is powerful

Dear Mum, Meghan Markle made the brave decision to open up about her miscarriage. Before that, Chrissy Teigen shared grief about her stillbirth. More recently, Christina Perri also shared the…

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Is egg freezing permissible in Islam?

Egg freezing has been slower in the Muslim world due to cultural beliefs and religious regulations but the conversation is slowly starting to pick up, writes Maha El Akoum. Science…

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Spotlight on Mum: Managing work, pregnancy and a toddler

As a mother and scientist working during a global pandemic, Stephanie already had her plate full. Then came a pregnancy. Stephanie’s passion for motherhood and her dedication to her career…

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