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What to know before moving to Abu Dhabi The United Arab Emirates is one of the most popular destinations for expat doctors with many job opportunities in the different emirates. Healthcare is considered one of the fastest growing sectors in the middle east which is why there are so many great vacancies available in both public and private hospitals.  The UAE consists of seve...

114-bed neuro-spinal hospital in Dubai opens up A new neuro spinal hospital with 114-beds has opened up its doors in Dubai Science Park. The hospital specialises in care for spinal, neurosurgical, neurological, orthopaedic and radiosurgery treatments with an advanced cancer centre and neuro-rehabilitation space. The Neuro Spinal Hospital and Radiosurgery Centre is four times...

Fujairah Hospital receives prestigious JCI accreditation Another hospital in the United Arab Emirates has been awarded with the prestigious JCI accreditation. The Fujairah Hospital is the latest facility to receive a Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, the Emirates Health Services announced.  This has raised the total number of Emirates Health Services’ accre...

Medical roles available in Northland, New Zealand The Northland region of New Zealand is a fast growing area on the North Island of New Zealand and attracts many doctors and physicians to the rural setting. It is a forested, subtropical region of the country surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea. It’s home to stunning views and sheltered beaches - including the famo...

Bahrain bans work permits for workers from red-listed countries Bahrain has indefinitely banned giving out new work permits to people who are from coronavirus red list countries. The country has suspended the entry of travellers coming from the other countries that are on the coronavirus red list.  Countries on Bahrain’s red list include India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Banglades...

Mandatory midday break for UAE workers outdoors in the sun A midday break for workers in the United Arab Emirates comes into effect amid health concerns. Workers who work out in the open during the summer months throughout the country will get a break at the hottest point of the day.  The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation made the announcement on Twitter. This is...