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Welcome to HealthFirst

Welcome to HealthFirst

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

I would like to welcome you all to the first issue of HealthFirst magazine. This new publication addresses the many aspects of health. It looks at the current trends in the healthcare sector, discusses the new forms of treatment for various illnesses and presents the latest thoughts on preventative medicine. It offers lifestyle and exercise tips, as well as nutrition and dietary advice. Health myths are explored, technological advances discussed and senior members of the UAE health authorities offer an update on the country’s healthcare strategies. - Dr Prem Jagyasi, Chief Editor.

Medicines in the UAE - Why the Huge Disparity?

Medicines in the UAE - Why the Huge Disparity?

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

What is medical malpractice insurance?

What is medical malpractice insurance?

Tue, Jul 26, 2011

What is medical malpractice insurance? It is the name given to a certain amount of insurance money that doctors have to pay against any medical malpractice. . This is one of the prickliest legal aspects of the medical system. Paying the medical malpractice insurance is mandatory for doctors in order to practice.

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

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.

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

Quality Healthcare Practices For Patients from Across the Border

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.

Smoking Facts & figures

Smoking Facts & figures

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

Quick Facts about Smoking. 35 percent of high school kids currently smoke cigarettes. 4.5 million children between the ages of 12 and 17 are currently tobacco users. Each day, 3,000 kids become regular smokers and one-third eventually die from tobacco - related diseases. Read more facts.

Global Healthcare Challenges - What it means for all of us?

Global Healthcare Challenges - What it means for all of us?

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

US Healthcare Reform might bring hope (if not solutions) for millions of Americas, but global healthcare challenges are far bigger than a reform can solve. Challenges are increasing dynamically and no obvious solution is in blue print. Renowned healthcare and medical tourism consultant Dr Prem travels extensively to dig out real global healthcare challenges and its impact on society.

Middle East Healthcare - Understanding Patients need.

Middle East Healthcare - Understanding Patients need.

Sat, Sep 24, 2011

The Middle East has unique dual position in the Medical Tourism Industry. On one hand, the region’s well-developed hospitals are preparing to capture the international market for elective procedures while on the other, international healthcare organizations are tapping into GCC’s affluent society in search of highly sophisticated and advanced healthcare services unavailable within the GCC. The Middle East is a region that spans southwestern Asia and northern Africa. It has no clear boundaries, sometimes it is also referred as Middle-Eastern. Arabian Peninsula or Gulf Corporate Council is most affluent area in Middle East. GCC countries include Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and UAE.

Women's Health and Sexual Health Special Issue Launched by Health First Magazine

Women's Health and Sexual Health Special Issue Launched by Health First Magazine

Tue, Oct 04, 2011

Women's Health and Sexual Health Special issue of Health First Magazine provide insight on Women's Health & Fitness with tips and guidance from Healthcare Professionals. Sexual Health segment focus on both importance and precautions of sexual health related issues.

Invitation to Non-Profit Healthcare Associations to Create Social Media Activities at Global Healthcare Network

Invitation to Non-Profit Healthcare Associations to Create Social Media Activities at Global Healthcare Network

Tue, Oct 04, 2011

The Global Healthcare Network, worlds most innovative healthcare networking site dedicated for Global Healthcare Professionals inviting Health Associations, Medical Associations and Non Profit Healthcare organizations to create their own dedicated social networking group on the Global Healthcare Network site, this will allow associations to invite their regular members to become part of the group so they can do own dedicated social media activities with their group.

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

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

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.

Expert's Take on Ecotourism and Wellness Tourism

Expert's Take on Ecotourism and Wellness Tourism

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.

Sustainability in healthcare: A step towards green revolution

Sustainability in healthcare: A step towards green revolution

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.

Dr Prem launches a new guide on How to be a better patient

Dr Prem launches a new guide on How to be a better patient

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

A world renowned trainer, global expert and author of Guide Book Series, Dr Prem launches a new guide book on how to be a better patient.

Healthcare Insurance Fraud - An Insight