Covid-19: ‘Second wave affecting children more’
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In other countries, particularly in the US, an emerging trend points to an increase in average daily cases among younger people.
Health experts are urging the community to take extra measures to keep children safe from Covid, as case studies show youngsters could be just as vulnerable to the disease as adults.
In other countries, particularly in the US, an emerging trend points to an increase in average daily cases among younger people.
In the UAE, though Covid cases are visibly going down, doctors are reminding parents and families not to drop their guard and ensure kids are protected at all times.
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UAE Ramadan: Covid-19 patients must consult doctors before fasting
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Covid-19 patients with moderate to severe symptoms must avoid fasting, doctors say.
Covid-19 patients must consult physicians before Ramadan fasting and only asymptomatic patients should undertake religious abstinence, doctors told Khaleej Times.
Ramadan in the UAE is likely to begin on April 13 and this year marks the second Holy Month amid a pandemic.
Dr Muhammed Shafeeq, specialist pulmonology at Aster Hospital, Al Qusais said, “Most religious authorities have always stated that if a person has problems with ill health, it is better to refrain from fasting.”
Abu Dhabi: Pharmacies across the UAE have been witnessing a marked increase sometimes as much as 100 per cent in the annual demand for multivitamins and supplements that claim to boost immunity amid the global pandemic.
And because many people opt for over-the-counter purchases, physicians have cautioned residents against allergies and unwanted side effects, urging them to first consult with a doctor.
Dr Rakesh Kumar Khandelwal “The human body needs to consume at least 13 vitamins and 16 minerals regularly to function properly, and a well-balanced diet is the best way to obtain these nutrients. But because the modern-day diet is heavy in nutrient-poor processed foods, refined grains and added sugars, many people don’t get enough nutrients from the foods they consume,” said Dr Rakesh Kumar Khandelwal, internal medicine specialist at Aster Clinic, Barsha Heights.
UAE: ‘Hot chemotherapy’ gives new hope to cancer patients
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Though advanced, morbidity, mortality and complications remained high in this procedure.
Just when his cancer was getting worse, Sudanese doctor Mohammad Abdel Rahman took a risk and agreed to an emerging procedure called ‘hot chemotherapy’. Thanks to the complex operation, he is now feeling much better with up to ‘99 per cent of his tumour’ gone.
“I am glad the UAE has surgeons who are trained to do these complex procedures and where one can expect to have the level of care to support such complexity. This country is truly passionate about innovation in healthcare,” said 36-year-old Mohammad, a Ras Al Khaimah resident battling middle rectal cancer.