You’ve scheduled a surgery—maybe a gallbladder removal, orthopedic procedure, or even dental surgery under general anesthesia. Everything seems to be going according to plan until your doctor mentions: “We’d like to refer you to a cardiologist for preoperative clearance.” If you’re like most patients in the UAE, your first reaction might be confusion—or even concern. […]
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Sudden Cardiac Arrest: What It Is and Who’s at Risk in the UAE
One moment, everything is normal. The next, someone collapses—without warning, without symptoms. It’s not a heart attack. It’s something even more urgent: sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Every year, sudden cardiac arrest claims countless lives—often in people who seemed otherwise healthy. And while it’s more commonly associated with older adults, SCA can strike at any age, […]
Living in the UAE With a Heart Condition: Tips for Daily Life & Travel
Managing a heart condition doesn’t mean giving up on the life you love. But in the UAE—where extreme summer heat, busy work schedules, and frequent travel are part of daily reality—living well with a cardiac diagnosis takes planning and awareness. At KidsHeart, our Adult Cardiology team in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain helps patients […]
How Hormonal Changes Impact Women’s Heart Health After 40
For many women in the UAE, turning 40 marks a time of balance—managing a career, raising children, caring for parents, and staying active in a fast-paced environment. But beneath the surface, important changes are happening inside the body that can silently affect the heart. Hormonal shifts, particularly around perimenopause and menopause, play a major role […]
How Diabetes and Heart Disease Are Linked — And What You Can Do Now
If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes—or are managing prediabetes—you’re likely focused on controlling your blood sugar. But there’s another major organ you need to watch closely: your heart. In the UAE, where diabetes affects more than 17% of the adult population, the connection between diabetes and cardiovascular disease isn’t just medical theory—it’s a daily reality […]
Heart Disease Runs in My Family — What Should I Do?
Imagine this: your father had a heart attack in his early 50s, your older brother is already on cholesterol medication, and your aunt recently had a stent placed. You might be wondering—am I next? In the UAE, where cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death, having a family history of heart problems is more […]
Do You Feel Dizzy Often? It Could Be Your Heart Talking
Almost everyone feels dizzy once in a while—standing up too quickly, skipping a meal, or being out in the summer heat. But if dizziness or fainting happens regularly, it may not just be dehydration or stress. Your heart could be sending you a warning. At KidsHeart, our Adult Cardiology team in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and […]
Chest Pain in Young Adults: It’s Not Just Anxiety — Here’s the Checklist
A 28-year-old professional in Dubai rushes to the emergency room with chest pain. After a few tests, doctors tell him it’s “probably stress.” A 34-year-old mother in Abu Dhabi experiences tightness during exercise but dismisses it as lack of fitness. Stories like these are common—and while anxiety and stress do cause chest discomfort, chest pain […]
Cardiac Rehab in Abu Dhabi: Your Roadmap to a Stronger Heart
You’ve made it through the heart attack, the stent, or the bypass surgery. Maybe it was unexpected—or maybe it was a long time coming. Either way, the hardest part should be over… right? Not quite. The truth is, what you do after a cardiac event matters just as much as what happened in the hospital. […]
The Link Between Kidney Health and Heart Failure You Can’t Ignore
If you’ve been diagnosed with heart failure—or kidney disease—you might think of them as two separate conditions. But in reality, the heart and kidneys are deeply connected. When one struggles, the other often follows. In the UAE, where rates of diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity are among the highest in the region, cardio-renal health […]