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1 year ago

Tragedy In Al Dakhiliyah: Fatal Bus Crash Claims Two Lives

Rescue teams from the Civil Defence and Ambulance Department (CDAA) in Al Dakhiliyah responded to a bus collision with a truck in Birkat Al-Mouz township. The accident resulted in two fatalities and nine injuries, ranging from moderate to critical. “The accident resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to nine others, ranging from moderate to critical. The injured were transported to the hospital for treatment,” CDAA said.

1 year ago

Forget Pull-ups – I Tried A 60-second Dead Hang For Two Weeks And It Changed My Body For The Better

Remember the thrill of conquering the monkey bars as a kid? That feeling of hanging in the air, defying gravity, and channeling your inner gladiator? It turns out, there’s more to those playful moments than nostalgia – hanging, specifically the dead hang, is an underrated powerhouse of an bodyweight exercise. Not only does it strengthen your upper body and improve your grip, but it also decompresses your spine, stretches tight muscles, and might even improve your posture. Intrigued? So was I. When I stumbled across a ‘Hang for a Minute’ challenge, I thought, “How hard can it be?” Spoiler: It’s harder than it looks – but the rewards? Worth every second. Dead hanging is great for grip strength as well as other benefits, including shoulder health, scapular mobility, efficient pulling mechanics and spinal decompression️. The spinal decompression benefit for me was massive. Imagine hanging from a bar and feeling everything from your shoulder joints to your neck to your spine lengthen. This is exactly how I felt when hanging – like I was being stretched, creating space between each vertebrate while stretching out my pecs, lats, and shoulders. My core was also activated as I recruited my six-pack muscles to […]

2 years ago

Pioneering Wellness Solutions: Yara Salman, CEO, Hospitalia by Yara

Beginning her entrepreneurial journey at 17, Yara J. Salman has built several successful businesses in Bahrain. As CEO of Hospitalia by Yara, the young business leader takes us through some of the groundbreaking innovations in the wellness industry, her experience with leadership, and management insights. Gulf Insider’s Business Leaders in the Middle East 2024 features a series of interviews with those at the helm of thriving, successful businesses in the region. From finance, education, and automotive to real estate, and more, we highlight the stories of success, journeys, and lessons learned. Can you discuss recent innovations that have made an impact on your operations, the larger industry, or your customers? I’ve always been fascinated by the intersection of health, wellness, and innovation. Travelling and attending industry conferences has allowed me to stay ahead of emerging trends and identify opportunities to enhance our offerings. One area that has particularly captured my attention is biohacking. This approach, which emphasizes optimizing health through lifestyle changes and targeted interventions, aligns perfectly with our company’s philosophy. We’ve implemented several innovative services in the past six months based on these principles, including: These services not only meet the evolving needs of our customers but also position […]

2 years ago

Tertiary Care From AMH’s Newest Facility

Explore the King Hamad American Mission Hospital and its wide range of services offered through a modern healthcare facility. “We now serve as a tertiary care centre, from our fifth, our largest, and our newest hospital facility,” says Dr George Cheriyan, the Chief Executive of the 120-year-old American Mission Hospital network. From March 2023, the new King Hamad American Mission Hospital, a state-of-the-art futuristic facility in A’Ali, has been receiving patients, both, in its 125 bedded in-patient facility as well as in its outpatient clinics. With a well-equipped and well-manned Emergency Medicine department, admission of critically ill patients into the intensive care units, and their treatment, is being done quickly and efficiently. “This hospital strives to be a centre of excellence for surgical services,” says Dr Deepak Abraham, the chief of medical staff and the medical director of the King Hamad American Mission Hospital. “The modular operating rooms along with a skilled surgical workforce are well equipped to handle joint replacements of both the hip and the knee, advanced general surgery (both open and minimally invasive), bariatric surgery, minimally invasive urological procedures and stone diseases”, he adds. The facility has a fully manned ENT department providing care in outpatient as […]

3 years ago

Novo Nordisk’s Obesity Drug Cuts Risk of Death by 18%, but Is All the Good News Already Priced In

There was good news for fans of weight loss drugs this weekend, when Novo Nordisk unveiled details from a closely watched study that supports the use of Wegovy, its blockbuster weight-loss drug, to cut the risk of death by 18% in a trial that the Danish pharmaceutical company hopes will convince more health systems and insurers to pay for the treatment. Novo Nordisk on Saturday said the heart protective benefits of its wildly popular Wegovy obesity treatment are due to more than weight loss alone, according to new data presented at a major medical meeting on Saturday. Early data from the Danish drugmaker’s Select trial released in August demonstrated that Wegovy, which has been shown to help patients lose an average of 15% of their weight, also reduced incidence of heart attack, stroke or death from heart disease by 20%. The full results from the study, presented at the American Heart Association annual scientific meeting in Philadelphia in front of a standing room only crowd and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, suggest the drug has other beneficial effects beyond the known health benefits from losing weight. The heart risk difference between patients who received Wegovy, known chemically […]

3 years ago

A Journey Into Wellness at Qatar’s Marhaba Zulal Wellness Resort

Having recently received a life-changing diagnosis of stage 3 lymphedema that’s currently incurable but manageable, I’m now actively running down the road to wellness. Since receiving the test results, I’ve been working hard on my fitness. The toll of daily hospital visits, lymph system treatments, and four hours a day in a specialised machine had me dreaming of a perfect paradise of peace—Marhaba Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva Som! Wellness Redefined Located on the stunning coastline of the northern quarter of Qatar, Zulal is a luxury retreat that truly redefines the wellness experience. A tranquil and idyllic haven, Zulal’s well-being philosophy perfectly blends Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine (TAIM) with a holistic, bespoke health and well-being approach. My initial assessment began before I even arrived at the 280,000 square metres of luxurious beauty that was to be my home for five days. The Zulal team took great care, with gentle guidance, to help me understand my wellness goals and it was clear that my focus had to be on reconnecting with myself and on mindfulness for long-lasting lifestyle impact while also having specialised treatments for my condition. Set around a beautifully tranquil circle planted with herbs used not only by […]

3 years ago

Bentley Bahrain Hosts Awareness Drive for Breast Cancer

In the spirit of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bentley Bahrain, in collaboration with other brands from Behbehani Brothers W.L.L., organised an awareness drive. The event aimed to shed light on the alarming statistics surrounding breast cancer and to empower women with knowledge about prevention, early detection, and self-examination. The awareness drive commenced with a series of health checks conducted by trained medical professionals, ensuring that attendees had the opportunity to monitor their breast health and identify any potential concerns. Following the health checks, an engaging and informative lecture was delivered by Dr. Bushra Al Sharraf from Al Hilal Hospital, who shared valuable insights on prevention strategies, emphasised the importance of early detection, and provided guidance on self-examination techniques. “Breast cancer remains the most prevalent form of cancer among females in Bahrain, accounting for a staggering 37.2% of all cancer cases in Bahraini women,” said Semreen Ahmed, the Marketing Manager at Bentley Bahrain. Breast cancer awareness initiatives play a pivotal role in reducing mortality rates and improving the overall quality of life for individuals affected by the disease. Participating brands included Bentley, Lamborghini, Porsche, Audi, VW, Skoda, Jeep, Fiat, and Dodge.

3 years ago

Test Scores for US Students Drop to 30-Year Low – How Lockdowns During COVID Devastated Education in America

The government-enforced lockdown of schools and months of forced remote learning during Covid have devastated the education of America’s future leaders. New data on ACT college admissions tests shows high school students’ scores have plunged to the lowest in over three decades. According to data published by ACT, the nonprofit organization that administers the college readiness exam, the average composite score on the ACT test fell to 19.5 for the class of 2023, a decline of .3 points from 2022. The average scores in mathematics, reading, and science subjects were below ACT College Readiness Benchmarks, indicating fewer seniors than ever are ready for college. “We are also continuing to see a rise in the number of seniors leaving high school without meeting any of the college readiness benchmarks, even as student GPAs continue to rise and students report that they feel prepared to be successful in college,” ACT CEO Janet Godwin wrote in a statement. One of the best examples of a school system caught in a grading scandal is the Baltimore City Public Schools system. Investigative journalist Chris Papst of Fox45 News’ Project Baltimore has found dozens of schools with very few kids proficient in critical subjects on state exams despite some earning satisfactory […]

4 years ago

Is your health the new wealth?

By Dr. Damien Ng, Next Generation Research Analyst at Swiss Wealth Manager, Julius Baer Bringing together physical and mental well-being Our personal well-being is closely intertwined with the state of our health. For this reason, sages of the ancient world have long taught about the importance of the art of living a balanced lifestyle that combines fitness and health with emotional well-being and relationships. Despite the passing of time since such knowledge was discovered, healthy living remains as relevant as ever for the present-day world. Due to the increasing demands of the modern way of life, however, chronic diseases and other health conditions have been on the rise. An increase in office-work environments and the frequent use of smartphones and computers, add to the growing prevalence of inactivity, not helped by the easy availability of processed foods rich in sugar, salt, saturated fats, and calories, while more stress and anxiety arising from the frantic rush of everyday life, ultimately takes its toll on our mental well-being. “More people are turning to healthier lifestyles to keep their immune systems strong.” Indeed, physical and mental well-being constitute two important components of overall health. Not only can individuals be debilitated by chronic physical […]

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