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Featuring news, articles and special features relating to health and wellness, the Health First Magazine assesses industry developments and analyses the latest thinking around preventative and curative medicine. Packed with essential healthcare information, the title also includes must-read items on nutrition, fitness and lifestyle management. 

Cover Story

Welcome to HealthFirst

Welcome to HealthFirst

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

I would like to welcome you all to the first issue of HealthFirst magazine. This new publication addresses the many aspects of health. It looks at the current trends in the healthcare sector, discusses the new forms of treatment for various illnesses and presents the latest thoughts on preventative medicine. It offers lifestyle and exercise tips, as well as nutrition and dietary advice. Health myths are explored, technological advances discussed and senior members of the UAE health authorities offer an update on the country’s healthcare strategies. - Dr Prem Jagyasi, Chief Editor.

Global Healthcare Refroms

Global Healthcare Refroms

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Fri, Jan 27, 2012

While reforms in developed nations focus on reducing costs, fighting chronic disorders and increasing number of people under insurance cover; the developing nations need to reform their healthcare system through policies, medical infrastructure & technology, education and realization of right nutrition to lifestyle management. Reforms would also be driven by the fact that nations across the world are fighting fraud in health insurance. Acute & lifestyle diseases over time are also expected to be at reactive end of the reforms soon. To conclude, health systems worldwide are working to develop a patient-centric health economy that is consumer-driven, as seen in other industries. Consumerism will transform how healthcare is directed, delivered and financed in the coming years.

Women's Health and Sexual Health Special Issue Launched by Health First Magazine

Women's Health and Sexual Health Special Issue Launched by Health First Magazine

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Tue, Oct 04, 2011

Women's Health and Sexual Health Special issue of Health First Magazine provide insight on Women's Health & Fitness with tips and guidance from Healthcare Professionals. Sexual Health segment focus on both importance and precautions of sexual health related issues.

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

Developing quality healthcare for international patients means more than providing advanced and efficient care to the patient during his or her stay in the hospital, states Dr. Prem Jagyasi, a medical tourism expert. Dr. Jagyasi educates organizations in creating and delivering overall delightful services to the patient right from taking the case at the onset till the patient achieves the ultimate objective.

2nd Family Health Festival Rolls

2nd Family Health Festival Rolls

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

Following on from last year’s successful inaugural event, we have a round-up of Family Health 2010 which runs in conjunction with the Dubai Shopping Festival

Health Update : Health News

News in Brief

News in Brief

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

A Sharjah day surgery centre opens to patients and an Abu Dhabi hospital picks up an award

Healthcare

Healthcare Goes Digital with Microsoft

Healthcare Goes Digital with Microsoft

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

The market leading software organisation aims to make the storage and transmission of medical information easier

Lead Stories

Obesity in Children - a call for action

Obesity in Children - a call for action

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

The epidemic of obesity has the potential to cause serious health problems for the youth of the UAE

Ten Health Myths Exploded

Ten Health Myths Exploded

by Steve Bannister

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

Old wives’ tales and folklore masquerading as health advice are put under the spotlight

Health Update

Seven Things You Can Do To Minimise

Seven Things You Can Do To Minimise

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

An oncologist gives us his lifestyle tips that will help you avoid developing the disease

The Hidden Suffering

The Hidden Suffering

by Dr. Carol Campbell

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

A clinical psychologist reports how children who are overweight often experience emotional difficulties

Don’t Hate the Dentist

Don’t Hate the Dentist

by Dr. Murali Srinivasan

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

It should all be Ahhh and not ARRGHH! when we visit tooth care professionals, says this dentist

Latest News in Cancer Treatment

Latest News in Cancer Treatment

by Dr Uwe Klein

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

New developments target cancer much more effectively than previously possible

Health Events

Arab Health Capitalises on Continuing Growth in Healthcare Sector

Arab Health Capitalises on Continuing Growth in Healthcare Sector

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

A report on the region’s largest healthcare exhibition which opens today

Fitness

Doctor Warns about Excessive Exercise Programs

Doctor Warns about Excessive Exercise Programs

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

A Dubai-based doctor urges slimmers to go easy, after treating numerous patients with joint damage

Nutrition | Healthy Food

Healthy Recipes

Healthy Recipes

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

A selection of healthy raw food recipes to tantalise your taste buds.

Lifestyle

Does Life in the UAE make us Overweight?

Does Life in the UAE make us Overweight?

Sat, Jan 23, 2010

A survey has revealed that the vast majority of people think that living in the country causes the pounds to pile on