Under the knife: meet the UAE’s first cosmetic surgery consultancy

Considering plastic surgery? A new consultancy in Dubai is offering prospective patients objective information, and helps them choose the right doctor for the procedure they seek.

Long waiting lists in UAE autistic centres leave special needs children with little help

Demand for places in autism centre outstrips availability leaving some patients with little options for early intervention.

Autistic adults need as much support as children, UAE experts say

Keeping adults with autism occupied is just one of many challenges for families.

UAE police call for employers to keep motorcycle drivers safe

Traffic authorities say urgency can often cause deliverymen to break the law and drive dangerously, leading to higher injury rates for motorcyclists.

Discounted screenings for cancer as disease remains leading cause of death in Abu Dhabi

Health chiefs have called for regular screenings to curb high rates of cancer.

First-aid training for UAE school staff a must, experts say

Parents and school administrators are also calling for mandatory first-aid training for school staff.

Abu Dhabi mother tells how her first-aid skills saved her 15-month-old son

British mother took immediate steps to save her son's life when he had a seizure, and has concerns that school staff will not be well-trained.

The arrival of Lebanese Flower on Muroor Road may have pleased most residents, but those who live in the building housing the restaurant must deal with the noise and traffic it generates.

No rules exist to regulate drive-by food services, but residents and business owners want a solution to double parking and late-night honking for restaurants and cafes in residential areas.

Get permit to raise funds or risk fine

Fundraisers must follow local laws before conducting charity endeavors, agency warns.