Thunderclap headache almost cost this Dubai resident her life
When 41-year-old Ela began experiencing throbbing headache, she ignored it as one of those annoying headaches that come and go. But little did she realise that the slow but steadily increasing pain would soon leave her battling for life. The Filipina was rushed to the Al Zahra Hospital Dubai Emergency department with what doctors call
How to ensure a healthy and hassle-free pregnancy
Starting a family might seem straightforward, but it is advisable to reach out to a medical practitioner from the outset to ensure a healthy pregnancy. “For any couple planning a pregnancy, it is very important to schedule a pre-conception appointment with an Obstetrician/Gynaecologist,” says Dr Hoda Soliman, Consultant – Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Al Zahra
Al Zahra’s JCI-accredited heart attack centre – the new standard in cardiac care
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the leading cause of death last year was ischaemic heart disease, or coronary artery disease, which usually results in heart attacks. This was followed by stroke, another cardiovascular disease. “Cardiovascular disease and the associated burden have been increasing across the world and represent a key challenge in healthcare,”
Al Zahra Dubai leads the way in paediatric orthopaedic treatments
The hospital uses the latest global techniques for children’s spine and bone problems, notably for scoliosis. The expression growing pains is well known, but parents should think of it quite literally when it comes to their children. A child’s body is in a constant state of change as bones grow and limbs lengthen or broaden.
Al Zahra Hospital’s Cancer Center offers hope
Finding a lump that shouldn’t be there or realising something is wrong with your body can be a frightening experience. However, it is important to remember that catching any sign of cancer in its early stages could make an enormous difference to the outcome. In fact, Dr Sadir Al Rawi, Director of Surgical Oncology Services
How to tackle back pain caused by spinal disorders
Many people consider back pain as something that they need to live with. They either accept it as part of ageing and grit their teeth and bear, or dismiss it as muscle sprain and let it run its course. But regardless of the cause, experiencing long-term back pain should not be considered normal, says Dr
Heart Attack patient undergoes rare lifesaving procedure usually used for dissolving Kidney Stones
A sixty-eight-year-old Indian man undergoes rare life saving procedure after 90% arterial calcified blockage Intravascular lithotripsy opens the door for some difficult heart cases with a safer device as compared to other artery drilling services in the UAE Dubai – September 2020 – A 68-year-old Indian man suffered a severe heart attack on early this September. After being...
High Risk Pregnancies – Mother & Baby Health
High-risk pregnancy and neonatology experts at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai tell us how a multidisciplinary approach can lead to positive results.A high-risk pregnancy is defined as one presenting more risk to the mother and/or her foetus than a normal pregnancy. “At Al Zahra Hospital Dubai, we specialize in high-risk pregnancies, and deal with them through a multidisciplinary team approach...
Artificial Intelligence Elevating Patient Communication and Access to Care
Al Zahra Hospital Dubai adopts Artificially Intelligence powered platforms to elevate patient driven communication and access to carePatients can now book instantly through WhatsApp Business, Facebook and the Website with an Artificially Intelligent Virtual Assistant Dubai August 2020 – Al Zahra Hospital Dubai announced the AI powering of all communication and appointment booking...