Journal articles: 'Primary care (Medicine) United Arab Emirates'

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Mirza, Deen M. "Primary care education in the United Arab Emirates." BMJ 335, no. 7632 (December 15, 2007): s220. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmj.39162.543600.ce.

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Schiess, Nicoline, Halah Ibrahim, Sami Shaban, Maria Nichole Perez, and Satish Chandrasekhar Nair. "Career Choice and Primary Care in the United Arab Emirates." Journal of Graduate Medical Education 7, no. 4 (December 1, 2015): 663–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.4300/jgme-d-14-00780.1.

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ABSTRACT Background The low number of medical trainees entering primary care is contributing to the lack of access to primary care services in many countries. Despite the need for primary care physicians in the Middle East, there is limited information regarding trainees' career choices, a critical determinant in the supply of primary care physicians. Objective We analyzed the career choices of medical students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with a larger goal of reforming postgraduate training in the region and enhancing the focus on primary care. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional survey of applicants to a large established internal medicine residency program in the UAE. We calculated data for demographics, subspecialty choice, and factors affecting subspecialty choice, and we also reported descriptive statistics. Results Our response rate was 86% (183 of 212). Only 25% of applicants (n = 46) were interested in general internal medicine. The majority of respondents (n = 126, 69%) indicated a desire to pursue subspecialty training, and the remainder chose careers in research or administration. A majority of respondents (73%) were women, unmarried, and childless. Educational debt or lifestyle were not indicated as important factors in career choice. Conclusions Low interest in primary care was similar to that in many Western countries, despite a much higher percentage of female applicants and a reduced emphasis on lifestyle or income factors in career decisions. Reasons for the reduced interest in primary care deserve further exploration, as do tests of interventions to increase interest, such as improving the primary care clerkship experience.

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Al Hosani, H. "Health for all in the United Arab Emirates." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 6, no. 4 (August 15, 2000): 838–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/2000.6.4.838.

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This paper reports on health for all in the United Arab Emirates. The current situation in the country regarding health for all and primary health care is described as well as the progress that has been made in this area. The main primary health care programmes and future activities are outlined

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Abdullah, L., S. Margolis, and T. Townsend. "Primary health care patients’ knowledge about diabetes in the United Arab Emirates." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 7, no. 4-5 (September 15, 2001): 662–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/2001.7.4-5.662.

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This study defined the baseline level of knowledge about diabetes and the perceived effectiveness of sources of diabetes information in an urban primary health care centre in Al-Ain. A validated questionnaire was administered to 300 randomly chosen adult patients with diabetes. Patient knowledge about diabetes was directly related to their level of general education. Written and electronic media, and contact with a nurse or doctor were effective sources of education on diabetes while “conversation with significant others”, dietician or pharmacist were not effective. Nurse- or doctor-centred education appears to be an effective choice for future programmes to provide information to patients with diabetes.

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Osman, N. A., and F. F. El Sabban. "Infant-feeding practices in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 5, no. 1 (May 1, 1999): 103–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/1999.5.1.103.

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A survey was conducted to study the practices of infant-feeding and the influencing factors in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates. It involved 375 mothers of different nationalities and backgrounds and 300 healthy infants. The mothers were interviewed at four primary health care clinics in Al-Ain. Results showed that 46% of infants were breastfed for 4-6 months. The mother’s nationality and her educational status were significant influences on the mother’s decision to exclusively breast-feed the infant, for how long and when to introduce supplementary food. Fresh cow and goat milk were the most common supplements. Inclusion of baby formula as a supplement generally occurred early, perhaps because of advertising and the affluence in Al-Ain

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MARGOLIS, S. A. "Patient satisfaction with primary health care services in the United Arab Emirates." International Journal for Quality in Health Care 15, no. 3 (May 1, 2003): 241–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/intqhc/mzg036.

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Barakat-Haddad, C., and A. Siddiqua. "171 Primary health care use and health care accessibility among adolescents in the United Arab Emirates." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 21, no. 3 (March 1, 2015): 171–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/2015.21.3.171.

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Metta, Vinod, Huzaifa Ibrahim, Tom Loney, Hani T. S. Benamer, Ali Alhawai, Dananir Almuhairi, Abdulla Al Shamsi, et al. "First Two-Year Observational Exploratory Real Life Clinical Phenotyping, and Societal Impact Study of Parkinson’s Disease in Emiratis and Expatriate Population of United Arab Emirates 2019–2021: The EmPark Study." Journal of Personalized Medicine 12, no. 8 (August 9, 2022): 1300. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/jpm12081300.

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Background: Phenotypic differences in Parkinson’s Disease (PD) among locals (Emiratis) and Expatriates (Expats) living in United Arab Emirates have not been described and could be important to unravel local aspects of clinical heterogenicity of PD pointing towards genetic and epigenetic variations. Objective: To investigate the range and nature of motor and nonmotor clinical presentations of PD and its impact on time to diagnosis, local service provisions, and quality of life in Emiratis and Expats in UAE, as well as address the presence of current unmet needs on relation to care and etiopathogenesis of PD related to possible genetic and epigenetic factors. Methods: a cross-sectional one point in time prospective, observational real-life study of 171 patients recruited from PD and Neurology clinics across United Arab Emirates from 2019–2021. Primary outcomes were sociodemographic data, motor and nonmotor symptoms (NMS), including cognition and sleep, and quality of life (QOL) assessments, Results: A total of 171 PD patients (52 Emiratis 119 Expats) were included with mean age (Emiratis 48.5 (13.1) Expats 64.15 (13.1)) and mean disease duration (Emiratis 4.8 (3.2) Expats 6.1 (2.9)). In the Emiratis, there was a significant mean delay in initiating treatment after diagnosis (Emiratis 1.2 (0.9) Expats 1.6 (1.1)), while from a clinical phenotyping aspect, there is a high percentage of akinesia 25 (48.1) or tremor dominant (22 (42.3)) phenotypes as opposed to mixed subtype 67 (56.3) in Expat cohorts; double tremor dominant, especially Emirati females (25%), had a predominant lower limb onset PD. Both Emirati (27.9 (24.0)) and Expat 29.4 (15.6) showed moderate NMS burden and the NMS profile is dominated by Sleep, Fatigue, Mood, Emotional well-being 3.0 (1.1) and Social Stigma 3.5 (0.9) aspects of PDQ8 SI measurements are predicted worse QOL in Emiratis, while lack of social support 2.3 (1.3) impaired QOL in Expat population. Awareness for advanced therapies was low and only 25% of Emiratis were aware of deep brain surgery (DBS), compared to 69% Expats. Only 2% of Emiratis, compared to 32% of Expats, heard of Apomorphine infusion (CSAI), and no (0%) Emiratis were aware of intrajejunal levodopa infusion (IJLI), compared to 13% of expats. Conclusion: Our pilot data suggest clinical phenotypic differences in presentation of PD in Emiratis population of UAE compared to expats. Worryingly, the data also show delayed treatment initiation, as well as widespread lack of knowledge of advanced therapies in the Emirati population.

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Al-Shamsi, Saif, Romona Devi Govender, and Elpidoforos S. Soteriades. "Mortality and potential years of life lost attributable to non-optimal glycaemic control in men and women with diabetes in the United Arab Emirates: a population-based retrospective cohort study." BMJ Open 9, no. 9 (September 2019): e032654. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032654.

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ObjectivesNumerous studies reported that achieving near-normal glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in patients with diabetes may delay or even prevent vascular complications. However, information regarding the impact of non-optimal HbA1c control on adverse health outcomes in an Arab population is unknown. The aim of this study was to estimate the fraction of deaths and potential years of life lost (PYLL) attributable to non-optimal HbA1c control among Emirati men and women with diabetes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).DesignA retrospective cohort study.SettingThis study was conducted in outpatient clinics at a tertiary care centre in Al Ain, UAE, between April 2008 and September 2018.ParticipantsThe sample comprised of 583 adult UAE nationals, aged≥18 years, with diabetes. Overall, 57% (n=332) of the study participants were men and 43% (n=251) were women.ExposureNon-optimal HbA1c control, defined as HbA1c≥6.5%.Primary outcome measureAll-cause mortality, defined as death from any cause.ResultsAt the end of the 9-year follow-up period, 86 (14.8%) participants died. Overall, up to 33% (95% CI 2% to 63%) of deaths were attributable to non-optimal HbA1c control among patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). Stratified by sex, the adjusted fraction of avoidable mortality was 17% (95% CI −23% to 57%) for men and 50% (95% CI 3% to 98%) for women. Both deaths and PYLL attributable to non-optimal HbA1c control were higher in women compared with men.ConclusionsUp to one-third of all deaths in adult UAE nationals with DM could be attributed to non-optimal HbA1c control. Effective sex-specific interventions and healthcare quality‐improvement programmes should urgently be implemented.

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Alzubaidi, Hamzah Tareq, Subhash Chandir, Sanah Hasan, Kevin McNamara, Rachele Cox, and Ines Krass. "Diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk screening model in community pharmacies in a developing primary healthcare system: a feasibility study." BMJ Open 9, no. 11 (November 2019): e031246. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-031246.

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ObjectivesThis study aimed to develop an evidence-based community pharmacist-delivered screening model for diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD), and assess its feasibility to identify and refer patients with elevated risk.DesignA feasibility study.SettingA purposive sample of 12 community pharmacies in three cities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).ParticipantsAdults 40 years of age and above who have not been previously diagnosed with either diabetes or CVD.InterventionPharmacist screening of adults visiting pharmacies involved history, demographics, anthropometric measurements, blood pressure and point-of-care testing including glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) levels and lipid panel. Participants with a 10-year CVD risk ≥7.5%, HbA1c level ≥5.7% or American Diabetes Association (ADA) risk score ≥5 points were advised to visit their physician.Primary and secondary outcome measuresThe primary outcomes were (1) development of UAE pharmacist-delivered screening model, (2) the proportion of screened participants identified as having high CVD risk (atherosclerotic CVD 10-year risk defined as ≥7.5%) and (3) the proportion of participants identified as having elevated blood glucose (high HbA1c level ≥5.7% (38.8 mmol/mol)) or high self-reported diabetes risk (ADA risk score ≥5 points). Secondary outcome is participants’ satisfaction with the screening.ResultsThe first UAE pharmacist-delivered screening model was developed and implemented. A total of 115 participants were screened, and 92.3% of the entire screening process was completed during a single visit to pharmacy. The mean duration of the complete screening process was 27 min. At-risk individuals (57.4%) were referred to their physicians for further testing, while 94.5% of participants were at least satisfied with their screening experience.ConclusionsThe community pharmacist-delivered screening of diabetes and CVD risk is feasible in the UAE. The model offers a platform to increase screening capacity within primary care and provides an opportunity for early detection and treatment. However, pathways for the integration of the pharmacist-delivered screening service with physicians in primary care are yet to be explored.

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Tin, Derrick, Saleh Fares, Mobarak Al Mulhim, and Gregory R. Ciottone. "Terrorist Attacks in the Middle East: A Counter-Terrorism Medicine Analysis." Prehospital and Disaster Medicine 37, no. 2 (March 3, 2022): 212–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1049023x22000358.

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AbstractBackground:The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has been, like many parts of the world, a hotbed for terrorist activities. Terrorist attacks can affect both demand for and provision of health care services and often places a unique burden on first responders, hospitals, and health systems. This study aims to provide an epidemiological description of all terrorism-related attacks in the Middle East sustained from 1970-2019.Methods:Data collection was performed using a retrospective database search through the Global Terrorism Database (GTD). The GTD was searched using the internal database search functions for all events which occurred in Iraq, Yemen, Turkey, Egypt, Syria, West Bank and Gaza Strip, Israel, Lebanon, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, North Yemen, Qatar, and South Yemen from January 1, 1970 - December 31, 2019. Primary weapon type, primary target type, country where the incident occurred, and number of deaths and injuries were collated and the results analyzed.Results:A total of 41,837 attacks occurred in the Middle East from 1970-2019 accounting for 24.9% of all terrorist attacks around the world. A total of 100,446 deaths were recorded with 187,447 non-fatal injuries. Fifty-six percent of all attacks in the region occurred in Iraq (23,426), 9.4% in Yemen (3,929), and 8.2% in Turkey (3,428). “Private Citizens and Properties” were targeted in 37.6% (15,735) of attacks, 15.4% (6,423) targeted “Police,” 9.6% targeted “Businesses” (4,012), and 9.6% targeted “Governments” (4,001). Explosives were used in 68.4% of attacks (28,607), followed by firearms in 20.4% of attacks (8,525).Conclusion:Despite a decline in terrorist attacks from a peak in 2014, terrorist events remain an important cause of death and injuries around the world, particularly in the Middle East where 24.9% of historic attacks took place. While MENA countries are often clustered together by economic and academic organizations based on geographical, political, and cultural similarities, there are significant differences in terrorist events between countries within the region. This is likely a reflection of the complexities of the intricate interplay between politics, culture, security, and intelligence services unique to each country.

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Al Shdefat, Suzan, Shamsa Al Awar, Nawal Osman, Howaida Khair, Gehan Sallam, and Hassan Elbiss. "Health Care System View of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccine Acceptability by Emirati Men." Computational and Mathematical Methods in Medicine 2022 (January 28, 2022): 1–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2022/8294058.

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This is the most frequent sexually transmitted illness on the planet, and both men and women are equally vulnerable. HPV is associated with a broad variety of female disorders, including 99 percent of all cervical cancer cases. Specifically, the goal and contributions of this study are to determine Emirati men’s opinions about the HPV vaccination, specifically whether they would use it themselves or allow their female relatives to use the vaccine. To collect the primary data, a statistical cross-sectional survey was conducted. This quantitative study was conducted using primary sources of data. A questionnaire survey with a sample size of 390 participants was used to collect data from 400 individuals. Male university students in the United Arab Emirati men have a weak grasp of HPV and are averse to vaccination (Ortashi et al., 2013). The percentage of Emirati men who accept the HPV vaccination is 37%. A total of 40.3% of the respondents opted not to participate in the survey at all. Eighty-six percent of the women surveyed had heard of cervical cancer, and one-third believed that they were at risk in the future. Twenty-five percent of those surveyed said that the HPV vaccination was safe, while 26% said it was unsafe. Respondents were just 3.1 percent vaccinated, and their family members were only 87% not vaccinated.

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Regmi, Dybesh, Saif Al-Shamsi, Romona D. Govender, and Juma Al Kaabi. "Incidence and risk factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus in an overweight and obese population: a long-term retrospective cohort study from a Gulf state." BMJ Open 10, no. 7 (July 2020): e035813. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-035813.

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ObjectivesA high body mass index (BMI) is associated with risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is experiencing a marked increase in obesity. Nonetheless, no data are available regarding the incidence of type 2 DM in the high-risk adult UAE population. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the incidence rate and risk of developing type 2 DM among individuals with above-normal BMI in the UAE.DesignA retrospective cohort study.SettingOutpatient clinics at a tertiary care centre in Al Ain, UAE.ParticipantsThree hundred and sixty-two overweight or obese adult UAE nationals who visited outpatient clinics between April 2008 and December 2008.Primary outcome measurePatients with type 2 DM were identified based on diagnosis established by a physician or through glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) levels ≥6.5% during the follow-up period (until April 2018).ResultsThe overall incidence rate of type 2 DM during the median follow-up time of 8.7 years was 16.3 (95% CI 12.1 to 21.4) cases per 1000 person-years. Incidence rates in men and women were 17.7 (95% CI 11.6 to 25.9) and 15.0 (95% CI 9.8 to 22.2) cases per 1000 person-years, respectively. Multivariable Cox proportional hazard analysis determined older age and obesity in women and pre-diabetes in men to be independent risk factors for developing type 2 DM.ConclusionsThe incidence rate of type 2 DM in overweight and obese UAE nationals is high. In addition to screening, current strategies should strongly emphasise lifestyle modifications to decrease HbA1c and BMI levels in this high-risk population.

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BENER, A., S. ABDULLAH, and J. C. MURDOCH. "Primary Health Care in the United Arab Emirates." Family Practice 10, no. 4 (1993): 444–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/fampra/10.4.444.

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Dawson, K. P., and D. Onyia. "Paediatric admissions to a hospital in the United Arab Emirates." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 2, no. 3 (September 2, 2021): 407–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/1996.2.3.407.

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A prospective study was designed to assess the types of illness which resulted in hospital admission in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates, and the background to the admission. The majority of children were admitted for the management of a respiratory condition, particularly asthma. Infections were the next major cause of hospital care. Management of the complications of thalassaemia was also an important reason for admission. The recognition of the importance of this disorder is necessary for future health care planning in the United Arab Emirates. The majority of children were regarded as having a disorder of medium severity at the time of their admission. The results are discussed in light of a similar United Kingdom study

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Dawson, K. P., and A. Bener. "Safer roads for children in the United Arab Emirates." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 5, no. 2 (May 30, 1999): 277–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/1999.5.2.277.

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A study was conducted to obtain a representative view of the parents of primary school children regarding which strategies should be employed to reduce the toll of road traffic accidents in the United Arab Emirates. A cross-sectional population-based study was conducted in Al-Ain, UAE, in which parents were asked to give their suggestions on how to make the roads safer for their children. Strategies aimed at reducing vehicle speed, improved personal driving, adherence to existing rules, and driver and pedestrian education were regarded as paramount. There is widespread awareness of road safety problems in the country and the public appears ready to accept major safety initiatives by government agencies

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Drissi, Nidal, Sofia Ouhbi, Leena Amiri, Fadwa Al Mugaddam, Reem K. Jan, and Minna Isomursu. "A Conceptual Framework to Design Connected Mental Health Solutions in the United Arab Emirates: Questionnaire Study." JMIR Formative Research 6, no. 2 (February 7, 2022): e27675. http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/27675.

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Background Connected mental health (CMH) is a field presenting information and communications technology–based mental care interventions that could help overcome many mental care delivery barriers. Culture and background influence people’s attitudes, preferences, and acceptance of such solutions. Therefore, the suitability of CMH solutions to the targeted population is an important factor in their successful adoption. Objective The aim of this study is to develop a framework for the design and creation of CMH solutions suitable for the UAE context. The framework is based on investigating enablers and barriers of CMH adoption in the United Arab Emirates, from the mental health professional's (MHP) perspective and from related literature. Methods A survey of literature on relevant studies addressing the use of technology for mental care in Arab countries, and a web-based questionnaire-based survey with 17 MHPs practicing in the United Arab Emirates investigating their attitudes and views toward CMH was conducted. Results from the questionnaire and from related studies were analyzed to develop the design framework. Results On the basis of findings from the literature survey and analyzing MHP answers to the web-based survey, a framework for the design of CMH solutions for the UAE population was developed. The framework presents four types of recommendation categories: favorable criteria, which included blended care, anonymity, and ease of use; cultural factors including availability in multiple languages, mainly Arabic and English, in addition to religious and cultural considerations; technical considerations, including good-quality communication, availability in formats compatible with mobile phones, and providing technical support; and users’ health and data safety considerations, including users’ suitability testing, confidentiality, and ensuring MHP integrity. Conclusions CMH has the potential to help overcome many mental care barriers in the United Arab Emirates in particular and in the Arab world in general. CMH adoption in the United Arab Emirates has a potential for success. However, many factors should be taken into account, mainly cultural, religious, and linguistic aspects.

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Abdulrazzaq, Yousef Mohamed, Asma Al Kendi, and Nicolaas Nagelkerke. "Child care practice in the United Arab Emirates: the ESACCIPS study." Acta Paediatrica 97, no. 5 (May 2008): 590–95. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1651-2227.2008.00758.x.

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Hasan, Sanah, Hana Sulieman, Kay Stewart, Colin B. Chapman, and David C. M. Kong. "Patient expectations and willingness to use primary care pharmacy services in the United Arab Emirates." International Journal of Pharmacy Practice 23, no. 5 (January 28, 2015): 340–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ijpp.12176.

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Revel, Tony, and Hussein Yussuf. "TAKING PRIMARY CARE CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION TO RURAL AREAS: LESSONS FROM THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES." Australian Journal of Rural Health 11, no. 6 (December 2003): 271–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-1584.2003.00533.x.

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Al-Shamsi, Humaid O. "The State of Cancer Care in the United Arab Emirates in 2022." Clinics and Practice 12, no. 6 (November 23, 2022): 955–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/clinpract12060101.

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Cancer is the third-leading cause of death in the United Arab Emirates (UAE); cancer care in the UAE has evolved dramatically over the last 40 years, from a single center in Al Ain in 1981 to more than 30 cancer centers and clinics across the UAE, with at least four comprehensive cancer centers in the UAE nowadays. Despite the significant progress in medical care, cancer quality control across the UAE is still lacking, with significant variations in cancer care across the cancer centers. Access to clinical trials is still hampered by a lack of expertise and research infrastructure and a small population, which renders patient accrual for trials a major challenge. Education and training are other areas for improvement that require immediate attention, and, in this review, we try to address these critical aspects for stakeholders to consider better cancer care in the UAE. Early cancer detection and screening are still evolving in the UAE, and a national screening program is lacking. There is also a need to address barriers to screening and to consider less invasive screening methods such as approved blood-based screening, which is likely to be more acceptable to the UAE population. In this review, we also address new topics that have not been addressed previously, including oncology medical tourism, psycho-oncology, onco-fertility, precision oncology, survivorship, oncology nursing, cancer support programs, and the oncology sector’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, all in the context of the UAE cancer landscape. Finally, we provide recommendations for policymakers, regulators, payers, patient advocacy groups, and the UAE oncology community regarding the delivery and future planning of high-quality cancer care. These recommendations are aligned with the UAE government’s vision to reduce cancer mortality and provide high-quality healthcare for its citizens and residents.

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Grivna, Michal, Hani O. Eid, and Fikri M. Abu-Zidan. "Epidemiology of burns in the United Arab Emirates: Lessons for prevention." Burns 40, no. 3 (May 2014): 500–505. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.burns.2013.08.010.

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Barakat-Haddad, Caroline, and Ayesha Siddiqua. "Primary health-care use and health-care accessibility among adolescents: A case study from the United Arab Emirates." Journal of Emergency Medicine, Trauma and Acute Care 2016, no. 2 (October 9, 2016): 34. http://dx.doi.org/10.5339/jemtac.2016.icepq.34.

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Al Hammadi, Khuloud, Shamma Al Maamari, Kawthar Al Marzouqi, Arwa Al Senani, Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Nwanneka Ofiaeli, and Ibtihal Darwish. "Vitamin D deficiency among adults attending primary health care centers in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates." Ibnosina Journal of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences 8, no. 5 (2016): 155. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/1947-489x.210233.

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Hasan, Sanah, Kay Stewart, Colin B. Chapman, Mohammed Yousif Hasan, and David C. M. Kong. "Physicians' attitudes towards provision of primary care services in community pharmacy in the United Arab Emirates." International Journal of Pharmacy Practice 23, no. 4 (November 2, 2014): 274–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ijpp.12157.

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Revel, Anthony D., and Latifa Mohammad Baynouna. "Implementing Quality Improvement Intervention of Pediatric Asthma in Primary Health Care—Al Ain, United Arab Emirates." Journal of Asthma & Allergy Educators 3, no. 1 (November 7, 2011): 20–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/2150129711426428.

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Alzaabi, Ashraf H., Faisal Asad, Jassim Abdou, Hussein AlMusabi, M. B. Alsaiari, Ali Bu Hussein, and Nico Nagelkerke. "Prevalence of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in the United Arab Emirates." Chest 138, no. 4 (October 2010): 458A. http://dx.doi.org/10.1378/chest.10058.

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MARGOLIS, Stephen Andrew, Tom CARTER, Earl V. DUNN, and Richard Lewis REED. "Primary health care services for the aged in the United Arab Emirates: A comparison of two models of care." Asia Pacific Family Medicine 2, no. 2 (June 2003): 77–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.1046/j.1444-1683.2003.00058.x.

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Shah, Suleman, and Arnel B. Salgado. "Moral distress among staff nurses in RAS AL khaimah hospitals, united arab emirates." i-manager’s Journal on Nursing 11, no. 4 (2022): 25. http://dx.doi.org/10.26634/jnur.11.4.18344.

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Nurses suffer from moderate to high levels of moral distress in different clinical settings that affect nurses' quality of care and the organization's reputation. Moral distress causes nurses' dissatisfaction, burnout and eventually change or quit their position. The aim of this study is to describe the moral distress intensity, frequency, association with demographic variables and specialty of care. The impact of moral distress on the staff nurses is also described. A descriptive study is used to achieve the objectives of this study. Twenty one (21) items of the Moral Distress Scale-Revised (MDS-R) were used to measure moral distress intensity and frequency. The mean moral distress score was 77.43, SD 45.58 (0-336). Staff nurses from the coronary care unit and intensive care unit had significantly higher and lower moral distress respectively (f = 3.47, p = 0.004) and no significant relation was found among sociodemographic variables such as sex, nationality, marital status etc., except for age, which had a significant relationship with moral distress (f = 3.17, p = 0.017). Approximately one third (33.98%) of the staff nurses wanted to leave their current position because of moral distress. Strategies to overcome moral distress of staff nurses and future research at other setting and larger sample size are recommended.

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Mahmood, Mona, Abeer Saleh, Fatema Al-Alawi, and Fatema Ahmed. "Health effects of soda drinking in adolescent girls in the United Arab Emirates." Journal of Critical Care 23, no. 3 (September 2008): 434–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jcrc.2008.06.006.

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Alshaali, Anood, and Amal Al Jaziri. "Health Profile of Elderly Patients Registered in the Elderly Home Based Primary Care , Dubai , United Arab Emirates." Middle East Journal of Age and Ageing 12, no. 1 (February 2015): 13–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.5742/meaa.2015.92609.

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Al Hosani, Dr Naeema. "Integrating Space Exploration Education into Primary and Secondary Curricula in the United Arab Emirates." العلوم التربویة:مجلة علمیة محکمة ربع سنویة 30, no. 2 (April 29, 2022): 137–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.21608/ssj.2022.250903.

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Hachim, brahim Y., Mahmood Y. Hachim, Kashif Bin Naeem, Haifa Hannawi, Issa Al Salmi, Ibrahim Al-Zakwani, and Suad Hannawi. "Kidney Dysfunction among COVID-19 Patients in the United Arab Emirates." Oman Medical Journal 36, no. 1 (January 15, 2021): e221-e221. http://dx.doi.org/10.5001/omj.2020.92.

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Objectives: We sought to determine the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) among patients with COVID-19 and to examine its correlation with different demographic, clinical, and laboratory characteristics. Methods: This study examined patients diagnosed with COVID-19 and enrolled at Al Kuwait Hospital, Dubai, UAE. eGFR was calculated using the Modification of Diet in Renal Disease equation, 186 × (SCr mg/dL)-1.154 × (age)-0203 × 0.742 [if female] × 1.212 [if black], and compared for 250 COVID-19 cases and 153 non-COVID-19 controls. Analysis were performed using univariate statistics. Results: The overall mean age of the cohort was 47.2±14.0 years, and 54.6% (n = 220) were males. The results showed that 45.3% of COVID-19 patients had mild-severe renal impairment, as reflected in the eGFR. When compared to patients with normal eGFR, those with severe renal impairment were older (62.5 vs. 40.2 years; p < 0.001), more likely to be male (100% vs. 71.1%; p = 0.016), and have comorbidities (90.9% vs. 40.0%; p < 0.001) including diabetes mellitus (72.7% vs. 21.5%; p < 0.001) and hypertension (72.7% vs. 25.2%; p = 0.003). They were also more likely to be associated with those that had severe (36.4% vs. 25.9%; p < 0.001) and critical (63.6% vs. 16.3%; p < 0.001) COVID-19 infection as well as intensive care unit admission (72.7% vs. 16.3%; p < 0.001). Correlational analysis showed a significant association between renal function indicators and different laboratory markers, including hematological indices and different liver enzymes. Conclusions: This is the first study to examine the renal function among COVID-19 cases in the Middle East. Nearly half of COVID-19 patients had moderate to severe renal impairment. Diabetes mellitus and hypertension were the most common underlying comorbidities associated with moderate-severe renal function impairment among COVID-19 patients.

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Al-Shamsi, Humaid O., Hassan Jaffar, Bassam Mahboub, Faraz Khan, Usama Albastaki, Sayed Hammad, and Ashraf Al Zaabi. "Early Diagnosis of Lung Cancer in the United Arab Emirates: Challenges and Strategic Recommendations." Clinics and Practice 11, no. 3 (September 15, 2021): 671–78. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/clinpract11030082.

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In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), lung cancer (LC) was the third leading cause of deaths due to cancer in 2017. Around 80% of the patients in the UAE are diagnosed at a late stage, rendering the treatment less effective in improving survival outcomes. Lack of awareness of disease symptomatology, deficient screening initiatives, misdiagnosis, and delayed referral to the specialist are contributing factors for delayed diagnosis. Effective screening at a primary care setting can be crucial for early diagnosis, referral to specialists, and enhancing patient outcomes. It is important to establish screening and referral guidelines through which each suspected case can be identified and provided timely intervention. Although the international screening and referral pathway framework are comprehensive, several regional barriers need to be addressed before they can be adapted at the national level. A group of LC experts from the UAE deliberated on issues like delayed diagnosis of LC and strategic recommendations for overcoming the challenges. The discussion was based on the review of the published evidence, international and regional guidelines for screening and early diagnosis of LC. Herein, we present a guideline, endorsed by the esteemed panel of experts, for aiding early diagnosis and optimizing the management of LC in the UAE.

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Aziz, Faisal, Marilia Silva Paulo, Emad H. Dababneh, and Tom Loney. "Epidemiology of in-hospital cardiac arrest in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013–2015." Heart Asia 10, no. 2 (September 2018): e011029. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/heartasia-2018-011029.

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ObjectiveEstimate the incidence and outcomes of in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) in a tertiary-care hospital in Abu Dhabi emirate, United Arab Emirates (UAE).MethodsRetrospective data from 685 inpatients who experienced an IHCA at a hospital in Abu Dhabi (UAE) between 1 January 2013 and 31 December 2015 were analysed. Sociodemographic variables were age and gender, and IHCA event variables were shift, day, event location, initial cardiac rhythm and the total number of IHCA events. Outcome variables were the return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) and survival to discharge (StD).ResultsThe incidence of IHCA was 11.7 (95% CI 10.8 to 12.6) per 1000 hospital admissions. Non-shockable rhythms were 91.1% of the cardiac rhythms at presentation. The majority of IHCA cases occurred in the intensive care unit (46.1%) and on weekdays (74.6%). More than a third (38.3%) of patients who experienced an IHCA achieved ROSC and 7.7% StD. Both ROSC and StD were significantly higher in patients who were younger and presenting with a shockable rhythm (all p’s≤0.05). Survival outcomes were not significantly different between dayshifts and nightshifts or weekdays and weekends.ConclusionsThe incidence of IHCA was higher and its outcomes were lower compared with other high-income/developed countries. Survival outcomes were better for patients who were younger and had a shockable rhythm, and similar between time of day and days of the week. These findings may help to inform health managers about the magnitude and quality of IHCA care in the UAE.

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Abdel-Razig, Sawsan, and Hatem Alameri. "Restructuring Graduate Medical Education to Meet the Health Care Needs of Emirati Citizens." Journal of Graduate Medical Education 5, no. 2 (June 1, 2013): 195–200. http://dx.doi.org/10.4300/jgme-05-03-41.

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Abstract Many nations are struggling with the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of health care systems to meet the needs of their citizens. In the United Arab Emirates, a small nation with vast wealth, the lives of average citizens have evolved from a harsh, nomadic existence to enjoyment of the comforts of modern life. Substantial progress has been made in the provision of education, housing, health, employment, and other forms of social advancement. Having covered these basic needs, the government of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is responding to the challenge of developing a comprehensive health system to serve the needs of its citizens, including restructuring the nation's graduate medical education (GME) system. We describe how Abu Dhabi is establishing GME policies and infrastructure to develop and support a comprehensive health care system, while also being responsive to population health needs. We review recent progress in developing a systematic approach for developing GME infrastructure in this small emirate, and discuss how the process of designing a GME system to meet the needs of Emirati citizens has benefited from the experience of “Western” nations. We also examine the challenges we encountered in this process and the solutions adopted, adapted, or specifically developed to meet local needs. We conclude by highlighting how our experience “at the GME drawing board” reflects the challenges encountered by scholars, administrators, and policymakers in nations around the world as they seek to coordinate health care and GME resources to ensure care for populations.

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Mohamed, Osama Moheb Ibrahim, and Wael Karameh Karameh. "Knowledge , Attitude and Behaviour of Asthmatic Patients Regarding Asthma in Primary Care Setting in Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirates." World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine 13, no. 5 (2015): 4–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.5742/mewfm.2015.92685.

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Alkaabi, A. J., A. Alkous, K. Mahmoud, A. AlMansoori, Iffat Elbarazi, Abubaker Suliman, Zufishan Alam, Fatheya AlAwadi, and Fatima Al-Maskari. "The prevalence and correlates of depression among patients with chronic diseases in the United Arab Emirates." PLOS ONE 17, no. 12 (December 14, 2022): e0278818. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0278818.

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Background Chronic diseases constitute a major public health problem in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and are the leading cause of mortality and morbidity. Chronic diseases have been found to be associated with an increased prevalence of depression and depressive symptoms. Depression can have detrimental effect on the prognosis of the disease and quality of life in patients. Aims and objectives This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and correlates of depression in a sample of patients suffering from chronic disease in Al-Ain city, UAE. Materials and methods A cross-sectional survey based study was conducted with 417 participants recruited from seven primary health care centers of Al-Ain city. Men and women aged 18 years and above suffering from chronic disease filled the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). Univariate and multivariable logistic regressions were performed on the collected data to investigate correlates of different factors with depression. Data was analyzed using SPSS (version 26). The study was approved by Ambulatory Healthcare Services (AHS) Human Ethics Research Committee. Results The majority 62.41% (n = 254) of the sample were females, 57.97% (n = 240) aged above 55 years and with a median (Q25, Q75) duration of chronic disease of 8 (4, 15) years. The prevalence of depression was 21.1% (95% CI: 17.5%–25.3%). With severe depression was in 1.7% and mild-moderate in 34.7% of the participants. Depression severity was statistically significantly associated with increasing age (p = 0.006), low level of education (p<0.001), presence of asthma (p = 0.007) and heart disease (p = 0.013). Unadjusted logistic regression reported that presence of depression was significantly associated with female gender (cOR = 1.8, [95% CI; 1.1–3.1], p = 0.025), and presence of chronic kidney disease (cOR = 4.9, [95% CI; 1.3–20.2], p = 0.020) and heart disease (cOR = 2.9, [95% CI; 1.6–5.4], p = 0.001) longer duration of disease in years (cOR = 1.04, [95% CI; 1.01–1.07], p = 0.003). However, in the adjusted logistic regression analysis, participants with heart disease (aOR = 2.8, [95% CI; 1.4–5.5], p = 0.004), and with longer duration of disease (aOR = 1.04, [1.01–1.07], p = 0.014) remained significantly associated statistically with higher chance of having depression. Conclusion The prevalence of depression was quite high and the study highlights for health care professionals and policy makers, the importance of mental health support as part of a comprehensive management plan for patients with chronic diseases. A multidisciplinary comprehensive program will improve the long-term outcomes of these patients. Patients with chronic diseases may need more support and counseling at primary health care levels.

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Hamdan, Aisha, Sana Hawamdeh, and Amal Hussein. "The Prevalence and Correlates of Depressive Symptoms among Arab Women in a Primary Health Care Setting." International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine 38, no. 4 (December 2008): 453–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.2190/pm.38.4.e.

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Background: Depression is one of most common mental illnesses in the world, with a high prevalence in primary health care settings. Some research has been conducted in the Arab region, but this research has been limited. This study investigated the prevalence of depression in a primary health care setting in the United Arab Emirates as well as possible socio-demographic and stressful life event correlates of depression. Methods: Arabic versions of the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), a Stressful Life Events Inventory, and socio-demographic form were used for the study. Data were collected from 224 Arab women, aged 18 and above, in the primary health care centers of Sharjah, using a convenience sampling method. Results: Approximately 33% of women were found to be either moderately (14.7%) or severely (18%) depressed. The following socio-demographic variables were found to be correlated with scores on the BDI ( p < .05): marital status (being single, widowed or divorced), working status (working full- or part-time), and family income (lower family income). The number of stressful life events that a woman had experienced in the past year was also correlated with depression. Conclusions: Depressive symptoms are common in women attending primary health care centers in the Emirate of Sharjah. Stressful life events, in particular, are related to the level of depressive symptoms experienced by these women. It will be important to consider the social, psychological, and economic variables that impact emotional health in the region. This research is considered to be an initial step in developing prevention and intervention programs to address the mental health needs of Arab women.

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Varga, Mary Alice, Tricia M. McClam, and Sofoh Hassane. "Grief Experiences Among Female American and Arab Undergraduate College Students." OMEGA - Journal of Death and Dying 72, no. 2 (March 6, 2015): 165–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0030222815574834.

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The purpose of this study was to compare the incidence of grief among American and Arab female undergraduate students, the effects of their grief, and risk of prolonged grief disorder. A total of 471 female undergraduate students, 308 (65.4%) from the United Arab Emirates and 163 (34.6%) from the United States, completed a survey about their grief experiences. Students experiencing a significant loss also completed the Prolonged Grief Disorder Questionnaire. Findings revealed that overall approximately 38.4% ( n = 181) of all 471 students experienced the loss of a significant person in their lives within the past 24 months; a similar percentage was found in each sub group. Students reported various grief effects with American students experiencing more effects related to sleep, relationships, academics, physical well-being, religion/spirituality, and outlook on life than Arab students. Only a small number (10, 5.52%) of students met the criteria for prolonged grief disorder; however, most students were female Arab students. Limitations of the study and recommendations for future research are provided.

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Matheson, Catriona, Christiane Pflanz-Sinclair, Amna Almarzouqi, Christine M. Bond, Amanda J. Lee, Anwar Batieha, H. Al Ghaferi, and A. El Kashef. "A controlled trial of screening, brief intervention and referral for treatment (SBIRT) implementation in primary care in the United Arab Emirates." Primary Health Care Research & Development 19, no. 02 (October 9, 2017): 165–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1463423617000640.

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Aim This project evaluated the effectiveness of screening brief intervention and referral for treatment (SBIRT) in primary care in Abu Dhabi to manage patients with problematic substance use. This study aimed to determine whether: (i) training primary care physicians on the SBIRT model increased the identification of patients using substances at a harmful, hazardous or dependent level; (ii) training improved physicians’ knowledge, attitudes and beliefs in self-efficacy in managing substance use. Background Substance use is increasing in the United Arab Emirates yet there has been no formal primary care intervention. SBIRT was considered an appropriate model given its endorsement by the WHO. Methods A controlled trial (two intervention and two matched control clinics) was undertaken. Intervention physicians (n=17) were trained in SBIRT. Physicians’ attitudes were measured before and after training and eight months after implementation. Target recruitment was 900 patients. Inclusion criteria were: consenting UAE national, ⩾18 years, using the ‘walk-in’ primary care clinic. Patient data was collected by physician-administered questionnaire. Prevalence of drug use was measured through electronic patient records. Findings A total of 906 patients were screened, aged 18–82 years and 496 (55%) were female. Of these, 5.7% reported use of amphetamine, 3.9% alcohol, 3.3%, sedatives, 1.7% opioids and 1.1% cannabis. In all, 21 people had a moderate/high ASSIST score and received a brief intervention, but did not attend follow-up; three high-risk people were referred for specialist treatment. Physicians’ attitudes towards patients with problematic substance use and providing treatment improved after training, but returned to pre-training levels after eight months. Including the 21 individuals identified from intervention screening, the prevalence of substance use increased to 0.208% (95% CI 0.154–0.274), significantly higher than in control clinics (P<0.001). In conclusion, physicians were generally positive towards SBIRT and SBIRT increased recorded drug related conditions at a practice level. However, poor patient attendance at follow-up requires investigation.

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Badrinath, Padmanabhan, Saad Ghazal-Aswad, Nawal Osman, Eman Deemas, and Shirley McIlvenny. "A STUDY OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PRACTICE OF CERVICAL SCREENING AMONG FEMALE PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES." Health Care for Women International 25, no. 7 (August 2004): 663–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07399330490458079.

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Kannan, Indira, Thiagarajan Jaiganesh, Satish Chandrasekhar Nair, Yaaqoob Alhammadi, Bibi Fatima Ghulam Nabi, Amani Obaid Salem Alabdouli, and Hussein Sheleh. "Assessing the Clinical Learning Environment in an Institution in the United Arab Emirates: The Resident Perspective." Journal of Graduate Medical Education 11, no. 4s (August 1, 2019): 79–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.4300/jgme-d-18-01028.

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ABSTRACT Background A new accreditation model in the United States has increased focus on the clinical learning environment (CLE). There is limited research on trainee perceptions of the CLE in international settings. Objective We surveyed residents to obtain their perspective on the CLE at 1 sponsoring institution in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods We surveyed residents at Tawam Hospital, UAE, a sponsoring institution with 142 trainees, on their perspectives in the 6 focal areas of the US Clinical Learning Environment Review (CLER) to gather baseline information. We administered a 26-item questionnaire to residents through an audience response system in November 2018. Results Of 100 residents in postgraduate year 2 and above, 72 (72%) responded. The perspective of the majority of respondents was favorable in the areas of reporting patient safety incidents, engaging in quality improvement activities, using a standardized form for care transition, and using professional guidelines for electronic health record documentation. In contrast, only half of the respondents perceived there is honesty in the reporting of duty hours, and only 36% felt the organization supported fatigue management. Other areas for improvement included residents' understanding of the concept of health disparities and activities to address health disparities. Conclusions Our findings suggest that in key focal areas related to patient safety, health care quality, care transitions, and professionalism, UAE residents have similar perceptions of their CLE as US trainees. Opportunities for improvement include duty hour reporting, fatigue mitigation, and addressing health disparities.

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Hasan, M. Y., M. Das, and S. Behjat. "Alternative medicine and the medical profession: view of medical students and general practitioners." Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal 6, no. 1 (February 15, 2000): 25–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.26719/2000.6.1.25.

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A survey was undertaken to explore the attitudes and practices of general practitioners and medical students in the United Arab Emirates with regards to forms of therapy not generally accepted by conventional medicine, including herbal medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, spiritual therapy and osteopathy/chiropractic. The study found that alternative medicine is in common use to complement conventional medicine by a section of educated people within the health care system. Our observations lead us to appreciate its role in community health care and indicate a need to design culturally appropriate medical curricula which incorporate information about alternative medicine

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Karavetian, M., N. Salhab, M. Alrukhaimi, J. Kooman, E. Fiaccadori, H. Muthana, and R. Rizk. "Effect of intradialytic-aerobic exercise on clinical outcomes of hemodialysis patients in the United Arab Emirates." Clinical Nutrition 37 (September 2018): S212—S213. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2018.06.1761.

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Al Shibli, Amar, Muhammad B. Nouredin, Abdulla Al Amri, Durdana Iram, and Hassib Narchi. "Epidemiology of Bronchiolitis in Hospitalized Infants at Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates." Open Respiratory Medicine Journal 15, no. 1 (May 24, 2021): 7–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1874306402115010007.

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Background: Bronchiolitis is the commonest lower respiratory tract infection, found worldwide in children < 2 years of age. Over sixty percent of cases are caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). The disease is known to have significant morbidity, mortality and health care costs. Its seasonal variability, manifestations and complications vary between countries. The aim of this study was to determine the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of infants hospitalized with bronchiolitis in Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates. Methods: Retrospective observational chart review was made of an unselected cohort of infants ≤ 2 years admitted to the pediatric department of Tawam hospital over a 3-year period and discharged with the diagnosis of bronchiolitis. Epidemiological data and risk factors were analyzed. Results: RSV was the commonest pathogen (51%). Hospitalizations occurred year-round but increased significantly in December and January. The patients’ median age was 5.8 months with a male predominance (male:female ratio of 1.5:1.0). The mean age at admission was 6.6 months and presentation occurred, on average, 2.9 days after the onset of the symptoms. The majority (94%) had respiratory distress on presentation. Chest x-ray was performed in 80% of the patients. Most children received bronchodilator therapy and oxygen therapy was administered to 42%. The mean duration of hospital stay was 3 days. Conclusion: Bronchiolitis remains a common reason for hospital admission and carries significant morbidity. RSV is the primarily responsible virus for hospital admissions and morbidity. A better understanding of the burden of bronchiolitis in our setting would enable better planning and use of hospital resources to minimize its short and long-term sequelae.

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Mahmoud, Ibrahim, and Nabil Sulaiman. "Dyslipidaemia prevalence and associated risk factors in the United Arab Emirates: a population-based study." BMJ Open 9, no. 11 (November 2019): e031969. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-031969.

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ObjectivesTo determine and describe the prevalence and pattern of dyslipidaemia and its associated risk factors among an adult Emirati population.DesignPopulation-based, cross-sectional study.SettingAdults living in the Northern Emirates.Participants824 adult participants (51.8% men, 48.2% women, mean age 42.8±13.4 years old).Primary outcome measuresFasting blood samples were collected, blood pressure and waist circumference were measured.ResultsThe overall dyslipidaemia prevalence was 72.5%, with 42.8% of the participants showing high total cholesterol (TC) level, 29% showing high triglyceride (TG) level, 42.5% showing low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) level, 38.6% showing high low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) level and 72.3% showing high cholesterol ratio. The regression models showed that gender was a significant predictor of a high TG level, low LDL-C level and high cholesterol ratio. Middle-aged individuals (30–59 years old) had a significantly higher risk of having high TC, TG and LDL-C levels than young (<30 years old) and elderly (≥60 years old) individuals. Diabetes mellitus was a significant predictor of low TC, high TG and low HDL-C levels, while central obesity was a significant predictor of a high TG level, low HDL-C level and high cholesterol ratio. Smoking was a significant predictor of a high TG level only in men.ConclusionsThe prevalence of dyslipidaemia was considerably high among the local adult Emiratis. The identified dyslipidaemia predictors were gender, age, smoking, central obesity and diabetes. Further studies are recommended to assess other important risk factors and aggressive preventive measures in the United Arab Emirates.

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Shah, Syed M., Tom Loney, Sheek-Hussein Mohamud, Mohammd El Sadig, Salma Al Dhaheri, Layla Al-Marzouqi, Tar-Ching Aw, and Rhagib Ali. "PT261 Hypertension Prevalence, Awareness, Treatment, and Control, in South Asian Immigrants in United Arab Emirates." Global Heart 9, no. 1 (March 2014): e217. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.gheart.2014.03.2010.

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Rizk, Diaa E. E., Mohammed Y. Hassan, Huda Shaheen, John V. Cherian, Rosetta Micallef, and Earl Dunn. "The prevalence and determinants of health care-seeking behavior for fecal incontinence in multiparous United Arab Emirates females." Diseases of the Colon & Rectum 44, no. 12 (December 2001): 1850–56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/bf02234467.

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Nahal, Ayoub, Crystal Mildred O. Batac, Renee J. Slaw, and Thomas W. Bauer. "Setting Up an ePathology Service at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi: Joint Collaboration With Cleveland Clinic, United States." Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine 142, no. 10 (April 24, 2018): 1216–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.5858/arpa.2017-0216-ra.

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Context.— The production of whole slide images is the most advanced form of digital pathology, in which a high-resolution digital scanner is used to rapidly scan glass microscope slides and produce a computer-generated whole slide image that can be saved, stored in a network-attached storage device, and accessed through slide management software within the hospital domain and remotely by authorized users. Digital transformation of glass slides has revolutionized the practice of anatomic pathology by facilitating and expediting consultative services, improving clinical workflow, and becoming an indispensable tool in education and research. Objective.— To highlight the institutional need of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) and the cultural background for obtaining the United Arab Emirates' first comprehensive digital pathology program; to describe a multiphase road map for achieving full implementation of this platform; and to describe the system's clinical applications and its future potential growth. Data Sources.— At Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, we prioritized our efforts to initiate digital consultations (eConsultations) and digital immunohistochemistry services (eIHC) with Cleveland Clinic Laboratories (Cleveland, Ohio). After this, we established an internal archiving system together with a subspecialty-based, organ-specific digital library of pathologic diseases. Conclusions.— We describe the strategic adoption and implementation of digital pathology into the clinical workflow of the pathology and laboratory medicine institute of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and we highlight its impact on clinical operations, educational activities, and patient care.

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