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An analysis of the current scenario and future perspective of Retinitis Pigmentosa epidemiology and management specific to the MENA region! Retinitis Pigmentosa is inherited retinal dystrophy caused by the gradual atrophy of the photoreceptor cells in the retina and characterized by progressive degeneration of the retina and progressive vision loss […]

Cancer is an increasing problem not just in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region but also globally, securing a significant place as the leading cause of death. It is a major public health problem that affects every country in the MENA region regardless of economic and social situation. […]

A review of the current state of AD management in the MENA region Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by intense itching and recurrent eczematous lesions. According to various secondary sources, the prevalence of AD in regions of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has […]

Around 2.8 million people suffer from a rare disease in the MENA region, afflicted with more than 900 rare diseases, including Gaucher disease, Fabry disease, thalassemia, sickle cell disease, etc. The prevalence rate of rare diseases in the MENA region is high due to consanguineous marriages – a significant contributory […]

COVID-19 is a contagious disease that tends to affect the respiratory system in humans caused by the SARS-COV-2 virus. In December 2019, the virus was first encountered in Wuhan, China and the infection quickly spread across China, and then other countries. On March 11, 2020, COVID-19 was declared a pandemic […]

National Geographic in one of its articles says that symbiosis is the art of living together. (1) Symbiotic relationships are an important component of life in the ecosystem of jungles and the oceans. Plants or animals of different species are dependent on one another for survival. There should be a […]

Healthcare Industry in the MENA Region Healthcare comes out as one of the most promising industries in the MENA region, owing to strong demand and supply considerations. The MENA healthcare sector’s potential for rapid development and relative stability has piqued the interest of several private equity (PE) firms. Therefore, healthcare […]

Various advancements in the healthcare sector have been made due to a compelling blend of technology and the health profession. In this current era of communication and information technology, Telehealth is not only being used for long-distance consultations but has also led to the emergence of various health-related educational resources […]

Pompe Diseases are usually characterized by a deficiency of an enzyme called acid alfa glucosidase (GAA). The enzyme helps by breaking down complex sugars in the body which, when in deficiency causes Pompe disease. The disease is a rare disorder with a current worldwide prevalence of 1 in 5,000 to […]

Biosimilars, a cost-effective alternative to expensive biologics, have emerged to become a viable solution to the patient access barrier which impacted earlier in case of biologics. Biosimilars are increasingly becoming popular for treating a wide range of life-threatening diseases and represent a rapidly expanding segment of pharmaceutical industry. As the […]

Orphan genetic diseases afflict a minimal number of people. Relatively rare, they still do affect millions of people, collectively contributing to Global disease burden. Studies conducted estimates that there are as many as 7,000 diseases that are designated as rare, and one out of 15 persons worldwide are estimated to […]

The United Arab Emirates is ranked among one of the most developed countries in the world. According to a survey by the World Bank, the GDP of the UAE reached all-time high to USD 414.18 Billion last year, an increase of around USD 399.458 Billion from USD 14.721 Billion in […]

The global Myeloma incidence is on the hike for the past three decades. The trends vary with different geographies. However, the low- and middle- income countries reported a consistent increase from 1990 to 2016 in Myeloma incidence and deaths due to Myeloma. This can be attributed to the lack of […]

Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), an inherited disorder, although roughly affects 1 in 4,000 people, worldwide, results in the loss of peripheral vision in people suffering from this disease. While more than 200 causative mutations of RP have been previously discovered in more than 50 different genes, the molecular defect is distinguishable in just […]

HIV infection is the most disturbing infection that has emerged in recent history. The risk of being infected can be associated with both individual’s knowledge and behavior as well as community vulnerability influenced by cultural norms, laws, politics, and social practices. As of 2018, around 37.9 million individuals are afflicted […]