Shara Magomedov recently stepped into the octagon at UFC Saudi Arabia. His opponent, Michael Page, a welterweight fighter, who had moved up in weight class for this fight, was a unique challenge. Judges scored the fight unanimously for Page with 30-27, 30-27, and 29-28. Magomedov struggled to keep u
Are university students in Saudi Arabia living the healthy life? Not quite. Many are picking up on the unhealthy habits of our fast-paced world, such as eating poorly, exercising less, and getting insufficient sleep. These habits might be setting them up for future health problems. The Saudi governm
Almost everyone in the Qassim region of Saudi Arabia knows about organ donation. But do they support it? Organ donation is a lifesaving procedure where organs or tissues are transferred from one person to another when their organs fail. The success of this procedure relies heavily on community suppo
Dermoscopy is a tool that helps doctors look at tiny details on the skin that are usually invisible to the naked eye. It's becoming really important in finding skin cancers early and telling different skin conditions apart. Many countries recommend using dermoscopy to spot skin cancers. But no one h
Before kids start school, parents in Saudi Arabia face a big decision: should they vaccinate their children? This choice isn't just about health; culture plays a huge role too. A recent study dug deep into this topic by looking at lots of research papers. They found seven main things that influence
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, schools in Saudi Arabia had to shut down. Students started learning from home, which lasted for a couple of years. This change was massive, and it had a big impact on kids' mental health. This study looks into how kids and teens handled the switch to online cl
Have you ever thought about how your beliefs can affect your mental health? A recent study in Saudi Arabia looked into this very topic. They focused on patients who are undergoing hemodialysis, a common treatment for kidney failure. The researchers wanted to know how strong religious beliefs might h
Personalized medicine is all about tailoring treatments to each patient's unique needs. But how well do clinicians in Saudi Arabia understand and use genetic testing? This study, spread across the country, aimed to find out. It asked doctors to fill out a questionnaire online about their thoughts an
Officials in Germany are scratching their heads, trying to figure out why a man decided to rent a big SUV and plow it into the bustling Christmas market near Magdeburg's city hall. Holger Munch, the boss of Germany's domestic security agency, revealed that they had been keeping an eye on the suspect
Intimate partner violence, or IPV, is a serious issue globally, affecting women’s physical, mental, sexual, and financial well-being. In more conservative societies like Saudi Arabia (SA), the problem is particularly prevalent. While there’s been limited research on how social support influences IPV
