Emirates to launch signature Ramadan service onboardEmirates will commence its signature Ramadan service for customers during the holy month, expected to begin on May 17. Emirates’ Ramadan service consists of specially crafted iftar meals on board, relevant programming on its More… |
Medeor 24x7 Hospital launches health majlis in DubaiDubai-based Medeor 24x7 Hospital has launched a Ramadan health majlis to keep a watch on health while fasting. The Medeor Ramadan Health Majlis aims to enhance the healthy living habits of people, said a statement. More… |
UAE tea industry poised for solid growthThe UAE’s tea industry is expected to draw in more growth, especially during Ramadan where demand and consumption for tea products are expected to rise, said experts. In 2013, the total traded volume of tea through Dubai inc More… |
RAK Hospital offers free nutrition consultancyRas Al Khaimah-based RAK Hospital has launched an initiative wherein those fasting during Ramadan can avail free consultation with hospital’s nutritionist and get advice on individual nutritional and diet requirements. Durin More… |
Ramadan app launched to support diabeticsMerck & Co (MSD), a leading pharmaceutical company, has launched a Ramadan app to aid Muslims with type 2 diabetes who choose to fast during Ramadan. The app will offer patients immediate access to the information kit “F More… |
Type 2 diabetics ‘may fast during Ramadan’Patients with type 2 diabetes may fast during Ramadan, provided they adhere to their prescribed medication and ensure they do not overindulge at Iftar, or the breaking of the fast, according to a leading doctor in Abu Dhabi. Urgin More… |
5:2 - New feasting and fasting diet crazeForget abandoning carbohydrates or detoxing. The new dieting craze sweeping Britain and taking off in the United States lets people eat whatever they like - but only five days a week. More… |
UAE doctor advises nursing mothers on fastingA UAE-based obstetrician has offered some important advice for breastfeeding mothers who wish to fast during Ramadan. Dr Wafa Sulaiman Al Nasseri, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Dubai’s Medcare Hospital, is using World Brea More… |
Ramadan begins on MondaySaudi Arabia and most other Gulf states will start the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan on Monday. Reports from Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE said the new moon had not been sighted after sunset on Saturday, indicating tha More… |
MSD drive tackles diabetes and fastingMSD, a leading pharmaceutical company, launched of its diabetes awareness campaign, aiming to tackle the issue of Muslims with type 2 diabetes fasting during Ramadan despite serious health risks. Research shows that more than 50 million pe More… |