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Featuring news, articles and special features relating to health and wellness, the Health First Magazine assesses industry developments and analyses the latest thinking around preventative and curative medicine. Packed with essential healthcare information, the title also includes must-read items on nutrition, fitness and lifestyle management. 

Cover Story

Investing in healthcare in difficult economy - A Recession proof opportunity of all time

Investing in healthcare in difficult economy - A Recession proof opportunity of all time

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Tue, Feb 14, 2012

This article analyzes the trends triggering investments in one such sector - the healthcare sector, which undoubtedly is one of the businesses performing considerably better than many other sectors in current market scenario.

Global Healthcare Refroms

Global Healthcare Refroms

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Fri, Jan 27, 2012

While reforms in developed nations focus on reducing costs, fighting chronic disorders and increasing number of people under insurance cover; the developing nations need to reform their healthcare system through policies, medical infrastructure & technology, education and realization of right nutrition to lifestyle management. Reforms would also be driven by the fact that nations across the world are fighting fraud in health insurance. Acute & lifestyle diseases over time are also expected to be at reactive end of the reforms soon. To conclude, health systems worldwide are working to develop a patient-centric health economy that is consumer-driven, as seen in other industries. Consumerism will transform how healthcare is directed, delivered and financed in the coming years.

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

Developing quality healthcare for international patients means more than providing advanced and efficient care to the patient during his or her stay in the hospital, states Dr. Prem Jagyasi, a medical tourism expert. Dr. Jagyasi educates organizations in creating and delivering overall delightful services to the patient right from taking the case at the onset till the patient achieves the ultimate objective.

Health Update : Health News

Medicines in the UAE - Why the Huge Disparity?

Medicines in the UAE - Why the Huge Disparity?

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Wed, Apr 07, 2010

Why is there such a discrepancy in the price of branded and non-branded drugs? A regional spokesperson provides an insight

Healthcare

People with sweet tooth may have a sweeter personality???

People with sweet tooth may have a sweeter personality???

by Health First Magazine - Editorial Team

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

People who ate chocolate were more likely to volunteer to help another person in need, compared to those who ate a cracker or no food.

Lead Stories

Sustainability in healthcare: A step towards green revolution

Sustainability in healthcare: A step towards green revolution

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Tue, Feb 14, 2012

Sustainability is a robust concept that has proven its worth across a range of different industries including energy, agriculture, forestry, chemicals, construction and many others. Talking about the healthcare industry, there are evidences that the current health systems of nations around the world will be unsustainable if revolution does not take place in next 15 years.

Tips to Cope with Stress

Tips to Cope with Stress

by Health First Magazine - Editorial Team

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

Stress is a part and parcel of everyone’s life. It is important for us to cope with it and not allowing it to empower our mental or physical health. Some tips to cope with stress.

Wish to party, don’t celebrate, but take a wellness route

Wish to party, don’t celebrate, but take a wellness route

by Health First Magazine - Editorial Team

Thu, May 17, 2012

Are you looking out for a break or wish to celebrate your success? If you think you wish to have a party or some kind of enjoyment, why not try the wellness route? Wellness! Yes, it’s a treat that you can enjoy and never be guilty about, because it is completely healthy.

Regular Workouts Encourage Bone Formation: Study

Regular Workouts Encourage Bone Formation: Study

by Mamta

Tue, Nov 08, 2011

The level of activity in your life has a direct influence on the future of a stem cell – whether it will convert to a bone or a fat cell. The findings of the research pointed that regular and repetitive exertive movements such as those involved in a workout pushed a stem cell to become bone rather than fat.

Chief Editor's Desk

Expert's Take on Ecotourism and Wellness Tourism

Expert's Take on Ecotourism and Wellness Tourism

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Tue, Feb 14, 2012

The Author of world famous Medical Tourism Guide Book - Dr Prem, defines Ecotourism as the “Responsible and purposeful travel to natural and cultural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well being of local communities”.Ecotourism demonstrates the need of conservation of both cultural and natural environment with sustainable economic development including the participation of local people. The Author feels that Wellness Tourism and Eco Tourism could grow together in several areas to boost both the sectors.

Health Update

Women's Healthcare in Gulf Countries

Women's Healthcare in Gulf Countries

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

HealthFirst looks into the healthcare status of women in gulf countries, recent studies and various researches highlights several issues and problems including A) Lack of awareness of vital health issues B) High rate of Obesity C) Increase in chronic conditions D) Lack of authoritativeness to make decision, among many other.

Red wine Health Myth

Red wine Health Myth

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

The myth that red wine is good for preventing heart attacks has come under question from health experts, who have said that any type of alcoholic drink can only do a drinker damage.

Health Events

Dr Prem to conduct Medical Tourism Training & Certificate program in Mumbai, India

Dr Prem to conduct Medical Tourism Training & Certificate program in Mumbai, India

by Health First Magazine - Editorial Team

Tue, May 15, 2012

Dr Prem, the world renowned speaker, trainer, and chartered consultant will be conducting a two day Medical Tourism Training & Certificate Program in Mumbai, India. This program will be organized by Constellation Communications & Events, an Indian arm of Dubai based conglomerate on June 1 & 2.

Expert's Opinion

Expert's Take on Ecotourism and Wellness Tourism

Expert's Take on Ecotourism and Wellness Tourism

by Dr Prem | www.DrPrem.com

Tue, Feb 14, 2012

The Author of world famous Medical Tourism Guide Book - Dr Prem, defines Ecotourism as the “Responsible and purposeful travel to natural and cultural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well being of local communities”.Ecotourism demonstrates the need of conservation of both cultural and natural environment with sustainable economic development including the participation of local people. The Author feels that Wellness Tourism and Eco Tourism could grow together in several areas to boost both the sectors.

Sound Therapy Supporting Women’s Wellness Challenges

Sound Therapy Supporting Women’s Wellness Challenges

by Dorinne S. Davis

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

Women often do not take time to take care of themselves! We tend to take care of others first—children, spouses, parents, relatives. Sound-based therapy uses the energy of the body to make self-change from within.

Nutrition | Healthy Food

Green Tea – Miracle Herb

Green Tea – Miracle Herb

by Monisha Advani

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

In today’s stressful world where meetings, traffic jams take up a lot of your energy- just getting to work and keeping up with daily schedule becomes a drill, you are left all tired and exhausted, tea which is a natural, herbal drink, refreshes your tired mind and body. Whether you are having trouble concentrating at work or college; tea often provides you the mental kick needed to start your day or work.

Smart way to Diet

Smart way to Diet

by Health First Magazine - Editorial Team

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

Exercising extreme restriction only leads to frustration. Instead, first cut down on portion size of high fat foods that you feel like gorging on and resisting is simply impossible. Enjoy your meals to the hilt. Following these simple guidelines will surely aid you in achieving a higher level of comfort while you make efforts to shun the harmful eating habits.

Wellness

Wellness is a way of life

Wellness is a way of life

by Dr. Sejal Shah

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

Wellness is the loving acceptance of yourself. Wellness is a choice—a decision you make to move toward optimal health. Wellness is a way of life—a lifestyle you design to achieve your highest potential for wellbeing. The Article is presented with excerpts from Dr Prem's Guide Book on Wellness Tourism.

Want to rejuvenate instantly – visit Spa

Want to rejuvenate instantly – visit Spa

by Monisha Advani

Wed, Nov 09, 2011

Almost everyone suffers from stress during their lifetime, it’s a well know fact that 80% of the diseases now are stress related. Deadlines, difficult relationships, and frustrations can cause a lot of stress. If you want to disconnect from the demands of a fast-paced world including technology, Internet, television and wish to give some time to yourself visit a spa alone, else it could very well be converted in to a place, where you hang out with friends.