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UAE residents can expect fair to partly cloudy weather on Saturday, August 15, with clouds appearing at times over northern and eastern areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Temperatures are expected to dip slightly in some coastal areas, although it will remain hot across the country. The mercury could climb to 48°C in some areas, with highs of 44°C in Abu Dhabi and 43°C in Dubai
It will be humid by night and Sunday morning over some coastal areas with a probability of mist formation.
Winds will be light to moderate, starting as southeasterly before becoming northwesterly. They may freshen at times, reaching speeds of 10-20kmph, and up to 35kmph
The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea.
UAE recorded 50.4°C on August 14 at 2pm in Bada Dafas in Al Dhafra region, the highest temperature of the day, less than one degree shy of the highest temperature this year. With less than ten days to go until the rise of the Suhail star, UAE residents are awaiting the end of harshest phase of summer.
Culturally, the rise of the star, expected on August 24 this year, signals a transition to cooler temperatures, but UAE experts have warned that the weather will not become cold at once. While temperatures would gradually lower, increased humidity could make for uncomfortable conditions,
esidents may still experience a strong sensation of heat, even when thermometer readings are lower than they were during the height of summer, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, chairman.
Abranch of The Lassi shop has been administratively closed by authorities in Abu Dhabi for posing a risk to public health.
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority said on August 14 that it has issued a decision to "temporarily administratively close" the outlet
The outlet was closed after the outlet's food control report indicated that the administrative closure decision was issued due to repeated food safety. It also failed to implement effective corrective measures, making immediate intervention necessary to safeguard food safety and consumer health.
It was found to be in violation of Law No. (2) of 2008 concerning food in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the legislation issued pursuant thereto.
The authority encourages members of the public to communicate with them.
Dubai's marine transport network is set for a data-driven upgrade as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) rolls out an enhanced Seasonal Network initiative powered by artificial intelligence and predictive analytics. The move is designed to improve service flexibility and respond more efficiently to fluctuating passenger demand during peak seasons, public holidays and major events across the emirate.The summer operating plan, effective in July, is built on an integrated big-data repository tracking passenger numbers, revenue, and occupancy rates. Officials say the system sharpens forecasting accuracy and supports more responsive operational decisions as usage patterns shift throughout the year.
How the AI-led model works?
At the centre of the initiative is an AI-led model.
More than 39,000 people have registered as organ donors in the UAE, while over 1,195 transplant procedures have been carried out under the country’s national organ donation programme, the Minister of Health and Prevention said marking the World Organ Donation Day. Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh said the figures show growing public awareness and confidence in the UAE’s organ donation and transplantation system. According to the minister, the UAE now ranks first in the GCC in terms of growth in donor numbers and organ transplant procedures. He said that Hayat has also become one of the fastest-growing programmes of its kind globally.“The ‘Hayat’ programme embodies the UAE’s vision of building a world-leading healthcare system founded on innovation,.
American Hospital Dubai proudly marked another illustrious milestone by receiving Institutional Accreditation from the National Institute for Health Specialities (NIHS). Dr. Mohammed Al Houqani, secretary general of NIHS, presented the Institutional Accreditation certificate to American Hospital Dubai, noting that this accreditation demonstrates that the hospital meets NIHS standards for postgraduate medical education. He said he was delighted to see a private hospital actively participating in healthcare workforce development, adding that academic hospitals play an important role in improving healthcare by integrating clinical care, education, research and continuous quality improvement. The NIHS leads and regulates medical professional development in the country.
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The UAE has approved a once-daily oral medicine for adults with high levels of bad cholesterol, becoming the second country in the world after the United States to authorise the treatment. The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) approved Lipfendra, which contains the active ingredient enlicitide, for adults with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as LDL-C. The medicine may also be prescribed for some patients with inherited conditions that cause high cholesterol. However, treatment must be decided by a healthcare professional after assessing the patient’s condition. Lipfendra is consumed once a day and is intended to be used as part of a wider treatment plan that also includes a balanced diet and regular physical activity.LDL is often described.
