STC EXCLUSIVE: Revisiting Risk Management in Kashmir’s Hospitals

Does Kashmir Need a Fire Risk Audit? Dr Fiaz Maqbool Fazili(Former Risk Manager) A fire in the locality around Karan Nagar, Srinagar, has once again raised an uncomfortable but urgent question: Are our hospitals adequately prepared for emergencies originating not only within their premises but also in the neighbourhoods surrounding them? When a hospital is…

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Diabetes in the UAE: Simple Daily Steps That Make a Real Difference

Food order, smarter portions, a walk after meals and even seated leg exercises can help control blood sugar Dr. Fayaz ShawlMD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI (The Author is Clinical Professor of Medicine, George Washington UniversityInterventional Cardiologist practising in the United States and Dubai at Zulekha Hospital. He is also Founder, The Fayaz Shawl Philanthropic Foundation) PART…

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The Invisible Invasion: Plastic in Our Blood and Brain Threatening Health, Fertility and Life Itself

To effectively tackle the plastic pollution crisis, systemic change is needed. This means, moving away from the current linear plastic economy. Anuj Kumar Verma Plastic is a big menace, today, not only for our environment, but also for birds, cattle animals & aquatic life. And, the most starking fact, today, is micro and nanoplastic particles…

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FRIDAY SERMON: Different Forms of Fasad — Corruption in Individual, Family, and Social Life

The purpose is not to create arguments. The purpose is to preserve authentic guidance. Mohammad Younis Bhat (Zahid) Fasad is not limited to major conflicts, wars, or widespread destruction. It can begin within an individual, enter a family, damage relationships, and eventually affect the wider society. Allah says:“And do not commit abuse on the earth,…

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