Qatar / Health

WWRC hosts gynecological cancer awareness campaign 04 Feb 2025 - 03:35 pm

Doha, Qatar: In observance of Gynecologic Cancers Awareness Month in January, the Gyne-Oncology and the Patient Family Education units of Women’s Wellness and...

Qatar Cancer Society honours Lulu Hypermarket Qatar 04 Feb 2025 - 09:13 am

Doha: Lulu Hypermarket Qatar has been honoured by the Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) for its continued commitment to the fight against cancer. The...

New specialised cancer centre to offer all services under one roof 04 Feb 2025 - 08:13 am

Doha, Qatar:A new state-of-the-art comprehensive cancer centre is set to open in the coming years, marking a significant step forward in advancing cancer...

The View Hospital: Where life begins, and where we celebrate first birthdays 03 Feb 2025 - 09:29 am

DOHA: The View Hospital in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai joyfully celebrated the first birthdays of babies born within its facilities, reinforcing its commitment to...

Two private health centers in Qatar shut for violating sterilisation rules 02 Feb 2025 - 03:32 pm

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health announced the administrative closure of two private health centres for violating health requirements related to the...

Qatar Cancer Society to boost cancer awareness to over 70% 02 Feb 2025 - 07:32 am

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) aims to boost cancer awareness in the country, emphasising the vital role of public engagement campaigns in...

Ministry of Public Health develops comprehensive action plan to monitor, address food risks 29 Jan 2025 - 02:43 pm

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has devised a comprehensive action plan for monitoring and surveillance activities targeting various contaminants in...

Medication home delivery service sees increase in usage 26 Jan 2025 - 08:33 am

Doha, Qatar: Medication home delivery, a relatively new service introduced in Qatar’s healthcare sector, continues to benefit an increasing number of people, with...

Ministry of Public Health ramps us food safety inspection in Industrial Area eateries 25 Jan 2025 - 11:36 am

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has recently conducted an intensive inspection campaign targeting all restaurants and cafeterias in the Industrial...

HMC sees over three million outpatient visits in 2024 23 Jan 2025 - 08:17 am

Doha, Qatar: The Outpatient Department of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) received more than 3 million visits, while its laboratory conducted over 24 million...

Hamad Medical Corporation’s National Bariatric Center earns European body accreditation 22 Jan 2025 - 11:00 am

Doha, Qatar: The National Bariatric Center (NBC) of the Qatar Metabolic Institute (QMI) at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has earned prestigious recognition as...

Insights from PHCC expert on respiratory health challenges during winters 20 Jan 2025 - 02:23 pm

Doha, Qatar: Winter is closely linked to an increase in respiratory infections, as it is considered a season of heightened allergies and respiratory...

Annual vaccination campaign against Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Whooping Cough launched 19 Jan 2025 - 03:01 pm

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched its annual vaccination campaign today (Sunday), targeting Year 10 students to protect them...

HMC launches Qatar’s first Frozen Packed Red Blood Cell service 18 Jan 2025 - 10:17 am

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP), Division of Transfusion Medicine has launched Qatar’s first Frozen Packed...

Thyroid gland disorder treatable without surgery: PHCC expert 16 Jan 2025 - 09:30 am

Doha, Qatar: Thyroid gland plays a key role in regulating metabolism by secreting the hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which help maintain...

HMC introduces total ankle replacement in Qatar 14 Jan 2025 - 02:52 pm

Doha, Qatar: The Orthopedic Surgery Department at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has successfully introduced total ankle replacement surgery in Qatar. In December 2024,...

‘Due to body’s need for calories, winter contributes to weight gain’ 14 Jan 2025 - 11:18 am

Doha, Qatar: Maintaining a balanced, nutritious diet during winter is crucial, as it provides the energy needed to stay warm while reducing the...

Recognising profound impact of HMC’s PCC Ambassadors 14 Jan 2025 - 09:57 am

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has called on compassionate and dedicated individuals to join its Person-Centred Care (PCC) Ambassadors Programme. This unique...