This week we get serious about stroke prevention. Did you know that one person is believed to suffer from a stroke every hour in the UAE? The incidence of stroke is rising, and worldwide, it is the second leading cause of death for people over the age of 60. Alarmingly, here in the UAE stroke
Prize: Free Stroke Check Up The Check Up consists of 2 parts: 1. Ultrasound to determine arteriosclerotic plaques or constrictions which makes it possible to check the blood supply of the brain and prevent bursting of the plaques by medical or surgical intervention to avoid stroke or other blood vessel based deterioration. 2. Risk Calculation
Dear Diana, I’m 24 years old, currently engaged. Unlike me, my fiancé is an introvert. We can’t share our social life because he has a tight circle and I hate it that I can’t introduce him to my friends. He never tries to initiate or join conversations. I hate that he can’t be a part
One person is believed to suffer a stroke every hour in the UAE with 8,000 patients admitted to hospital because of the condition. As the incidence of stroke continues to grow it places a significant burden on the healthcare system. Worldwide stroke is the second leading cause of death for people above the age of
German Senior Consultant in Neurology – Dr. med Heike Jacobs – specialized in Epilepsy, Dementia, Migraine and Sleep Disorders– answers a patient’s question regarding Epilepsy. ‘Ask Your Doctor’ is a GNC Facebook initiative that gives our fans the possibility to get their questions answered by our professionals; for free. Dear Doctor, I am suffering
Bullies intimidate those who are weaker – Gulf News readers share experiences of their children being bullied at school. According to a study conducted by a private clinic in Dubai, around 40 per cent of students in Dubai private schools have been bullied. By Rabab Khan, Community Interactivity Editor, November 17, 2014 The third week
Bullying at school – Child should not remain silent. Expert says that it’s best for the child to raise it with the school or the parents. By Rabab Khan, Community Interactivity Editor, November 17, 2014. Featuring Diana Nahas, a counsellor psychologist at the Dubai-based German Neuroscience Centre. When a child is being bullied, it may
Phone addiction in Dubai – Time Out Magazine features German Neuroscience Center
Sleep better in Dubai – Aquarius Magazine features the GNC. Polysomnography is a powerfull diagnostic toll that can tell you how you sleep.
Mental health deserves much more attention in the UAE – The National Editorial October 23, 2014 Mental health is sues are complex and often completely misunderstood, with this lack of awareness and understanding often compounded further by the paucity of assistance available. Changing this state of affairs will require a concerted effort but must be
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