1 November 20260111 ShareHealth|CommunityMore than 41,800 cyclists took over Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai on Sunday morning for Dubai Ride 2026. The event attracted a record 41,836 riders, up from 40,327 last year. Families, regular cyclists and People of Determination joined the traffic-free 4km and 12km routes. The roads reopened after the event, but Dubai Fitness Challenge continues until 29 November.
1 November 20260111 ShareHealth|CommunityThe UAE's ban on the veterinary use of ciprofloxacin took effect on 1 November. The restriction covers nine veterinary products containing the antibiotic, including eight imported products and one registered locally. It is intended to protect the effectiveness of important antibiotics used in human medicine. Pet owners whose animals have been prescribed the drug should speak to their vet about suitable alternatives.
1 November 20260111 ShareHealth|CommunityDubai has launched Yumnak, a service bringing healthcare, transport, home support and housing assistance together for eligible senior citizens aged 60 and above. Depending on eligibility, support can include home doctor visits, nursing, medication delivery, assisted transport and home modifications. Families can call 800 588 to enquire about services and requests. One point of contact should make a complicated care journey a little easier.
31 October 20263110 ShareLeisure|Health|CommunityDubai Fitness Challenge is back from 31 October to 29 November, with free workouts, community activities and the usual promise of 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days. Fitness Villages are operating at Kite Beach, Zabeel Park and Al Warqa'a Park. Dubai Ride takes place on 1 November, followed by paddleboarding in Hatta and Dubai Run later in the month.
29 October 20262910 ShareHealth|Community|ShoppingParents, check the medicine cabinet. UAE authorities have recalled Babies' Magic Tea Baby Sleep Gripe Water after undeclared alcohols were identified, including ethanol, methanol and isopropanol. The affected product also lacked valid UAE marketing authorisation. Stop using it and contact the retailer about a refund. The reported affected lot is 25122bw.
20 October 20262010 ShareHealth|Human InterestA 43-year-old thalassaemia patient in Abu Dhabi no longer needs the blood transfusions he relied on every three to four weeks after receiving gene therapy. Treated through Yas Clinic and the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre, he is now transfusion-independent and remains under medical supervision. A significant personal milestone, and a promising development for specialist treatment in the UAE.
17 October 20261710 ShareHealth|CommunityUAE doctors and teachers are seeing more children with sleep problems, poor concentration and eye strain linked to excessive screen use. Specialists say school phone restrictions are only part of the solution. Keeping devices out of bedrooms, protecting family mealtimes and setting predictable screen limits can help children build healthier habits.
16 October 20261610 ShareHealthBurjeel Cancer Institute in Abu Dhabi has introduced targeted radiopharmaceutical treatment for patients with certain metastatic tumours.
13 October 20261310 ShareHealthAbu Dhabi Biobank and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi are collaborating to collect and preserve cancer-related samples for research and more personalised care.
12 October 20261210 ShareHealth|TechnologyAbu Dhabi is developing a Biological Health Age model that combines clinical biomarkers with wearable-health data to generate more personalised health insights.