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nutrition-dietetics

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2015 Australia weight-loss pill story gives UAE clinics a 2026 compliance warning

Fexaramine was tested in mice, not sold to patients. UAE clinics should treat the 2015 story as a marketing and prescribing risk.

11 Oct 2026 · 3 min read

2015 Australia weight-loss pill story gives UAE clinics a 2026 compliance warning

WHO's 170m child obesity count puts UAE clinics on alert for adult diseases in children

UAE doctors warn that children with obesity are presenting with adult-linked disease. Clinics, insurers and parents face earlier screening decisions.

8 Oct 2026 · 3 min read

WHO's 170m child obesity count puts UAE clinics on alert for adult diseases in children

India fake GLP-1 surge puts UAE clinics on notice as Mounjaro lists at AED 1,734

India’s counterfeit weight-loss drug cases create a UAE compliance risk. Clinics should tighten sourcing, consent and patient screening.

2 Oct 2026 · 3 min read

India fake GLP-1 surge puts UAE clinics on notice as Mounjaro lists at AED 1,734

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs in Dubai: 5 numbers patients should check before starting

A practical UAE guide to GLP-1 weight-loss treatment, including eligibility, likely cost, timelines and regulator checks.

30 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs in Dubai: 5 numbers patients should check before starting

Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling puts UAE bariatric cover on notice

A Kerala court ordered National Insurance to pay Rs 3,50,266. UAE operators should tighten bariatric pre-authorisation files.

14 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling puts UAE bariatric cover on notice

Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling puts UAE bariatric documentation under scrutiny

A Kerala claim dispute shows why UAE bariatric providers must document medical necessity before insurers classify surgery as weight control.

13 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling puts UAE bariatric documentation under scrutiny

Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling puts UAE bariatric cover wording under pressure

A Kerala ruling shows why UAE bariatric clinics need tighter diagnosis, pre-authorisation and appeal files before surgery.

13 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling puts UAE bariatric cover wording under pressure

Kerala court's Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling gives UAE clinics a billing warning

A Kerala ruling on bariatric surgery claims shows why UAE clinics need stronger medical-necessity files. The risk sits with COOs, CFOs and insurers.

12 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

Kerala court's Rs 3.5 lakh obesity claim ruling gives UAE clinics a billing warning

UAE GLP-1 obesity care now hinges on 10,000-step compliance, Burjeel CMO says

GLP-1 drugs are changing UAE obesity care. Clinics, insurers and patients now need lifestyle tracking, clear eligibility and licensed dietetic support.

28 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

UAE GLP-1 obesity care now hinges on 10,000-step compliance, Burjeel CMO says

Burjeel CMO: GLP-1 obesity care in UAE now needs 10,000-step evidence

A Burjeel obesity adviser says GLP-1 drugs should be tied to diet, sleep and activity plans. Clinics and insurers need documented follow-up.

28 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Burjeel CMO: GLP-1 obesity care in UAE now needs 10,000-step evidence

10,000 steps enter UAE obesity-drug reimbursement as Burjeel doctor says lifestyle care is required

GLP-1 demand is changing UAE obesity care. Clinics, insurers and patients now need documented lifestyle support, follow-up and coverage checks.

27 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

10,000 steps enter UAE obesity-drug reimbursement as Burjeel doctor says lifestyle care is required

NYU Abu Dhabi gastric stent targets repeat procedures after AED 25K-50K bariatric surgery

NYU Abu Dhabi's BRIDGE stent is still pre-clinical. Clinics, insurers and patients should watch trial timing, device approval and complication protocols.

27 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

NYU Abu Dhabi gastric stent targets repeat procedures after AED 25K-50K bariatric surgery

UAE GLP-1 use rises as Burjeel doctor says drugs deliver 50% to 60% of weight-loss plan

GLP-1 demand is changing obesity care in the UAE. Clinics and insurers need documented diet, exercise and follow-up pathways.

27 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

UAE GLP-1 use rises as Burjeel doctor says drugs deliver 50% to 60% of weight-loss plan

Medcare reports 5 Moviva weight-loss cases in Dubai, testing demand for cash-pay obesity care

Medcare has introduced Moviva in Dubai. Clinics, insurers and patients need to judge price, eligibility and evidence.

26 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Medcare reports 5 Moviva weight-loss cases in Dubai, testing demand for cash-pay obesity care

Medcare reports 4 Moviva weight-loss cases in Dubai as clinics face coverage and evidence questions

Medcare says Moviva is now in Dubai. Clinics, insurers and patients need to test pricing, eligibility and evidence before treating it as routine care.

25 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Medcare reports 4 Moviva weight-loss cases in Dubai as clinics face coverage and evidence questions

Medcare introduces first UAE Moviva weight-loss procedure as insurers face pricing gap

Medcare has introduced Moviva in Dubai. Clinics, insurers and patients now need clear pricing, eligibility and outcomes evidence.

24 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Medcare introduces first UAE Moviva weight-loss procedure as insurers face pricing gap