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HMC celebrates World Physiotherapy Day, focusing on low back pain 08 Sep 2024 - 02:14 pm

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) joined the global community in celebrating World Physiotherapy Day, observed annually on September 8. This year, the...

Significant improvements in healthcare of women, children and adolescents 08 Sep 2024 - 09:20 am

Doha, Qatar:Significant improvements in women’s, children’s and adolescents’ healthcare have been observed in the country over the years, due to the successful implementation...

Sidra Medicine to introduce CAR T-cell therapy for paediatric cancer in Qatar 04 Sep 2024 - 08:24 am

Doha: In a major development for childhood cancer treatment, an internationally approved treatment method will be introduced soon in Qatar. Sidra Medicine, a...

Dr. Ahmad Al Mulla contributes to development of WHO's clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults 03 Sep 2024 - 12:47 pm

Doha, Qatar: Dr. Ahmad Al Mulla, Director of Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Tobacco Control Center — a World Health Organization (WHO) collaborating center...

Hour and Hour holds 4th ‘Think and Answer’ competition successfully 03 Sep 2024 - 08:04 am

Doha: The Hour and Hour program presented cultural competitions under the theme ‘Think and Answer’ in cooperation with Msheireb Downtown Doha. The competition,...

HMC’s Qatar Rehabilitation Institute unveils Neuro Vestibular Physiotherapy Clinic 02 Sep 2024 - 05:43 pm

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Qatar Rehabilitation Institute (QRI) is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Neuro Vestibular Physiotherapy Clinic,...

HMC to relocate pediatric emergency center from PHCC Al Daayen to Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital 01 Sep 2024 - 04:40 pm

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced the relocation of its Pediatric Emergency Centre (PEC) from PHCC Al Daayen to Aisha Bint...

As students return to school, experts and officials at MoPH, HMC, and the general directorate of traffic call for a focus on road safety 31 Aug 2024 - 11:24 am

Doha, Qatar: As the new school year begins, experts and officials from the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Hamad...

Sustainable achievements of second national health strategy lead to improved health for Qatari community 31 Aug 2024 - 10:40 am

Doha, Qatar: The significant accomplishments of the Second National Health Strategy 2018-2022 have played a crucial role in the ongoing sustainable development and...

Sidra launches campaign to showcase commitment to women, children’s health 30 Aug 2024 - 09:53 am

Doha: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, launched an awareness campaign yesterday focusing on its services and its commitment to improving women...

Importance of moral, psychological support for students stressed 28 Aug 2024 - 08:47 am

Doha: As the new academic year 2024-25 approaches, enthusiasm is rising in educational circles, as students, parents, and faculty members eagerly await the...

Family support crucial for developing healthy lifestyle in adolescents, says expert 25 Aug 2024 - 09:30 am

Doha: Families are encouraged to support the development of healthy lifestyle in their adolescent children through problem-solving, clear and direct communication, expressing thoughts...

HMC to host major events in September to enhance patient care, healthcare delivery 25 Aug 2024 - 08:42 am

Doha: Aimed at elevating patient care and advancing healthcare delivery, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is set to host a series of conferences and...

PHCC expands Integrated Older Adult Psychiatry services 23 Aug 2024 - 08:43 am

Doha: Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has announced the expansion of its Integrated Older Adult Psychiatry services to include Al Mashaf Health Center,...

Very low possibility of contracting mpox in Qatar: MoPH official 22 Aug 2024 - 09:55 pm

Doha: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has reiterated that no cases of mpox (formerly monkeypox) infection have been recorded in the State...

Getting back on track: Key points for a successful start to the school year 22 Aug 2024 - 12:52 pm

As the new school year approaches, parents are obliged helping their children transition from the leisurely pace of vacation back to the structured...

Qatar to see rise in demand for advance medical equipment 20 Aug 2024 - 08:22 am

DOHA: Qatar’s growing healthcare industry is set to drive a significant rise in demand for medical devices and technology. Analysts predict that as...

Asthma and chest allergies: Dr. Ahmad Yousif Khater advises caution for chronic disease patients this summer 19 Aug 2024 - 01:29 pm

Doha, Qatar: Asthma and allergies are among the most common and widespread diseases worldwide, including in Arab countries. A recent study in Qatar...