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Using Daman or Thiqa for a GP Visit in Abu Dhabi: A Simple Guide
If you live in Abu Dhabi, you will almost certainly have health insurance through Daman, Thiqa or another provider. Here is how to use it for a GP visit without surprises. Before your visit What to bring What is usually covered GP consultations, medically necessary blood tests, ECG and prescribed medicines are commonly covered, often…
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Vitamin D Deficiency in the UAE: Symptoms, Testing and Treatment
It sounds surprising in one of the sunniest countries in the world, but low vitamin D is extremely common in the UAE. Long days indoors, air-conditioned cars, covering up outside and sunscreen all mean the skin makes less vitamin D than it needs. Common symptoms Many people have no symptoms at all, which is why…
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Laser Hair Removal for Men in Abu Dhabi: Beard Line, Neck, Chest and Back
More and more men in Abu Dhabi are choosing laser hair removal: to shape the beard line, stop razor bumps on the neck, or clear the chest, back and shoulders for good. Here is what to expect. Popular areas for men Does it work on darker skin? Yes, when the right laser is used. SSMC…
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HydraFacial vs Oxygeneo: Which Facial Is Right for Your Skin?
HydraFacial and Oxygeneo are two of the most popular medical facials in Abu Dhabi. Both give a visible glow with no downtime, but they work differently and suit different skin concerns. HydraFacial HydraFacial deep-cleanses, exfoliates and uses painless suction to clear blackheads and congested pores, then infuses hydrating serums. It suits oily or congested skin,…
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Full Body Checkup in Abu Dhabi: What It Includes and What It Costs
A full body checkup is the simplest way to find out how your heart, liver, kidneys, thyroid and blood sugar are doing before problems cause symptoms. Prices in Abu Dhabi range widely, and so does what is included. This guide explains what a good full body checkup should cover and what to expect at the…
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HbA1c Test Explained: Normal Range, Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes
HbA1c is the single most useful blood test for diabetes. Unlike a sugar test, which shows your level at one moment, HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the past two to three months. How HbA1c works Sugar in the blood sticks to haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells. Red cells live for about…