Chronic diseases and natural disorders in the UAE: where to start

How to find the right care

1. 1

   Understand the scale of cancer care

   In the UAE, approximately 4,500 new cases of cancer are reported in a year, so a full network of diagnosis and treatment services exists. If you have a diagnosis or a referral, ask your doctor which specialised centre fits your case and how to be referred.

   Documents:Doctor's referralMedical records
2. 2

   Get support for diabetes

   The Diabetes Screening and Professional Healthcare Education programme is one of the initiatives aimed at providing better medical care to diabetic patients. Ask your clinic whether you can join a screening or education session, and keep your regular check-ups scheduled.

   Documents:Emirates IDHealth card
3. 3

   Reach an autism centre

   Several dedicated centres serve families across the country. Some of the autism centres in the UAE are: Abu Dhabi Autism Center, Dubai Autism Center, Sharjah Autism Center and Emirates Autism Center. Contact the one nearest you to ask about assessment and enrolment.

   Documents:Child's IDAssessment reports
4. 4

   Learn about genetic disorders and the Emirati Genome Programme

   The Emirati Genome Programme is a national project which aims to use genomic data to improve the health of the Emirati population. The project involves scientific study and research aimed at profiling and determining the gene sequencing among UAE Nationals to aid in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. As per another news report of 2013, the UAE Genetics Diseases Association estimates that there may be more than 400 genetic diseases in the country. The report adds that genetic disorders are the fourth-highest cause of deaths in the UAE and that the UAE is ranked sixth among 193 countries in terms of prevalence of birth defects, mainly due to genetic causes.

5. 5

   Complete the mandatory pre-marriage check

   In order to prevent further cases of genetic disorders or other disorders arising in offsprings of marriages between close relatives and transmission of contagious diseases, a pre-marriage mutual check is mandatory for residents and citizens who wish to get married in the UAE. Book this check before you plan the wedding; ask the authority's website for the current locations and any fee.

   Documents:PassportEmirates ID

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