Posted on 27-08-2025

NMC Healthcare appoints Snowflake to advance real-time analytics and patient care in the UAE

NMC Healthcare appoints Snowflake to advance real-time analytics and patient care in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE – 27 August 2025 – NMC Healthcare group (“NMC”), a leading integrated private healthcare provider in the United Arab Emirates, is using Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company to transform NMC’s digital and operational processes, following a signing event held at NMC’s Abu Dhabi headquarters.

Posted on 21-08-2025

Successful Removal of Rare Adrenal Tumor in a High-Risk Patient

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah has successfully performed a highly complex laparoscopic surgery to remove a rare adrenal tumor in a 62-year-old Emirati woman weighing 160 kg with a BMI of 59, marking a milestone in advanced minimally invasive surgery in the UAE.

Posted on 21-08-2025

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah Diagnoses Childhood Leukemia Through Sharp Clinical Vigilance

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah Diagnoses Childhood Leukemia Through Sharp Clinical Vigilance In a compelling case that underscores the life-saving power of early diagnosis and expert collaboration, doctors at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah identified and confirmed a rare and aggressive form of childhood blood cancer—B-lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL)—in a previously healthy 10-year-old boy, thanks to an unwavering commitment to clinical vigilance and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Posted on 13-08-2025

NMC Healthcare hosts 3-day series supporting MOHAP’s Hayat initiative for World Organ Donation Day

NMC Healthcare (‘NMC’) is proud to host three days of educational sessions on organ donation, starting today, 13 August 2025, in observance of World Organ Donation Day. This initiative aims to raise public awareness about the critical importance of organ donation and encourage organ donor registrations in the UAE. The educational sessions are open to the public and will take place at five of NMC Healthcare’s major hospitals in Sharjah, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. The campaign is organised in collaboration with Hayat - the UAE’s National Program for Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues, led by the UAE’s Ministry of Health & Prevention (‘MOHAP’), which encourages UAE residents over the age of 18 to register as organ donors. Hayat follows international standards and best practices to promote safe and effective organ donation.

Posted on 30-07-2025

Doctors warn soaring heat driving surge in food poisoning cases

As summer temperatures soar across the UAE, doctors are warning of a noticeable uptick in cases of food poisoning and diarrhoea. The extreme heat creates a perfect breeding ground for bacteria, especially when food is not stored, handled, or prepared properly, medical experts say. “We do tend to see a spike in food poisoning cases during the hotter months,” said Dr Ahmed Javid, Specialist in Internal Medicine at Zulekha Hospital Dubai.

Posted on 25-07-2025

Asthma, allergy cases rise in UAE as dust and heat grip the nation

With dusty conditions across the UAE and summer heat peaking, hospitals are reporting a rise in patients suffering from respiratory and heat-related illnesses. Emergency rooms are reportedly busier with more cases of asthma attacks, allergic reactions, eye irritation, fainting, dehydration and chest discomfort. Doctors are urging residents to take extra precautions, especially for children, the elderly, and those with chronic health conditions.

Posted on 22-07-2025

Some schools ban trolley bags for students; here's why

Even as families are yet to begin their back-to-school shopping amid the summer break, some parents have received circulars urging them to reconsider their bag choices. Educators and healthcare professionals are urging parents to prioritise safety and smart habits over convenience or trends when choosing a school bag.

Posted on 17-07-2025

When pneumonia doesn’t heal: A hidden diagnosis and a life turned around at NMC Royal Hospital, DIP

A 43-year-old man living with poorly controlled diabetes was admitted to NMC Royal Hospital, Dubai Investment Park (DIP), with a persistent cough and shortness of breath that had lingered for weeks despite multiple courses of antibiotics. Initially diagnosed with pneumonia, his condition showed minimal improvement, prompting the hospital’s medical team to investigate further.

Posted on 13-07-2025

From Collapse to Comeback: NMC Royal Hospital DIP saves young man Shervin Sasidharan after cardiac arrest outside Hospital

What began as an ordinary day turned into a life-or-death moment for Shervin Sasidharan, a 36-year-old Dubai resident who collapsed unexpectedly just steps away from NMC Royal Hospital in Dubai Investment Park (DIP). Thanks to the sharp instincts of a passing doctor and the rapid coordination of emergency teams, Shervin is now alive, well, and back on his feet—a recovery that many are calling nothing short of miraculous.

Posted on 03-07-2025

Excessive screen time in summer causing rise in childhood obesity, warn doctors

Extreme heat making outdoor activity nearly impossible during summer break lead to increased reliance on digital devices As summer temperatures soar across the UAE and schools remain closed, doctors are warning that excessive screen time is contributing to a noticeable spike in childhood obesity.