HMC Opens First Sarcopenia Clinic in Rumailah Hospital
The new clinic is another milestone in the development of specialised and integrated care for older adults As part of its strategic plan to develop enhanced healthcare programmes and services…
HMC Urges Public to Take Regular ‘Self Check’ for Early Signs of Skin Cancer
In support of Skin Cancer Awareness Month held annually in June, dermatology experts at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) are joining different healthcare organisations worldwide in raising awareness of skin cancer….
HMC’s Al Maha Pediatric Specialized Care Center Now Officially Open
Qatar Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani, officially opened the new Al Maha Pediatric Specialized Care Center of Hamad Medical Corporation…
HMC Introduces New Technique for Lower Limbs Straightening
The Prosthetics Department at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) recently organised a training workshop on the use of a new technique known as C-BRACE for lower extremity straightening in patients with…
Mesaieed General Hospital Welcomes Geriatric Patients with Long-Term Care Needs
Mesaieed General Hospital (MGH) was opened in record time in April 2020 to meet the spiralling demands for hospital beds due to the COVID-19 pandemic but the dwindling number of…
HMC Offers Vaccination Support for Older Adults and Home-Bound Patients
As part of the national efforts to protect vulnerable population groups from COVID-19, the Home Healthcare Services (HHCS) of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is running a vaccination drive to serve…
HMC Expert Urges People Over 50 Years Old to Get Flu Vaccine ASAP
As the winter season approaches, people over 50 years old are urged to get the annual seasonal flu vaccination as early as possible to avoid serious complications from the virus….
HMC Joins Global Community to Mark World Alzheimer’s Day, Month
In recognition of World Alzheimer’s Month this September, the Geriatric and Long-Term Care team of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) arranged different activities to promote awareness of Alzheimer’s disease, one of…
Hamad Medical Corporation Recognises Valuable Contribution of Midwives
Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) joins the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) and the world in marking the International Day of the Midwife, celebrated annually on 5 May. Increasing women’s access…
HMC Launches Awareness Campaign to Mark World Down Syndrome Day
To mark this year’s World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD 2021), Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is raising awareness among the public to connect with individuals affected by Down syndrome to promote…