Health guides
Clear, practical advice for everyday health in the UAE, based on guidance from the World Health Organization and other international health bodies. For advice about your own health, speak to a BMG pharmacist in any branch or on WhatsApp.
Sun & skin
Sun & skin
How to choose a sunscreen for the UAE sun
How to pick the best sunscreen for UAE weather: SPF, UVA protection, textures for oily skin, kids sunscreen, how much to apply and when to reapply.
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Dry skin and eczema in air-conditioned homes
Choosing an eczema cream in the UAE? How air conditioning dries skin, how to use emollients well, CeraVe vs Eucerin, and when to see a doctor.
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Dark spots and pigmentation: ingredients that help
Choosing a dark spot cream in the UAE: which ingredients may help fade pigmentation, why daily sunscreen matters most, and when to see a dermatologist.
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Hair care
Hair care
Head lice: how to treat it at home and stop it coming back
Looking for lice treatment in the UAE? Learn how to check for head lice, use wet combing and lice sprays properly, and stop lice returning this term.
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Hair fall: common causes and what helps
Looking for hair loss treatment in the UAE? Learn the common causes of hair fall, what shampoos and biotin can and cannot do, and when to see a doctor.
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Vitamins & supplements
Vitamins & supplements
Vitamin D in the UAE: why levels run low and how to choose a supplement
Why vitamin D levels run low in the UAE despite the sunshine, how much you need, and how to choose vitamin D supplements in the UAE for adults and babies.
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Magnesium glycinate, citrate or oxide: what is the difference?
Magnesium glycinate in the UAE explained: how it compares with citrate and oxide, recommended intakes, side effects and how to choose the right supplement.
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Collagen supplements: powder, tablets or drinks?
Thinking about collagen supplements in the UAE? Compare powders, tablets and drinks, see what the research really shows, and check halal and source labels.
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Ramadan health checklist: vitamins, hydration and medicines while fasting
Ramadan health tips for UAE residents: plan medicine timing with your doctor, stay hydrated between iftar and suhoor, and choose vitamins with care.
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Probiotics for adults and children: a practical guide
How to choose probiotics in the UAE for adults and children: why the strain matters, what the evidence shows, and when babies need a doctor's advice first.
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Health monitors
Health monitors
How to choose a home blood pressure monitor
Choosing a blood pressure monitor in the UAE? Compare upper arm and wrist models, cuff sizes and prices, and learn how to take an accurate reading.
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Glucometers compared: how to choose a blood sugar monitor
Choosing a glucometer in the UAE? Compare meters, test strip costs, Accu-Chek and other brands, and learn how to get accurate blood sugar readings at home.
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Family & pregnancy
Family & pregnancy
Preparing for a baby: the pharmacy checklist for new parents
A pharmacy checklist of newborn essentials for UAE parents: nappies, gentle skin care, a baby first aid kit, breastfeeding support and when to call a doctor.
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Pregnancy vitamins: what to look for
A guide to pregnancy vitamins in the UAE for husband and wife planning a family: folic acid, vitamin D, iron, the vitamin A caution and label checks.
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Planning a family: supplements for husband and wife
Planning a family? A plain guide to fertility supplements in the UAE for husband and wife: folic acid, what the evidence says, and when to see a doctor.
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Everyday care
Everyday care
Cracked heels in sandal season: how to care for your feet
Choosing a cracked heel cream in the UAE? How urea creams work, a simple daily routine for sandal season, and when people with diabetes should see a doctor.
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Summer travel first aid kit: what to pack
A practical first aid kit UAE packing list for summer travel: plasters and bandages, after sun care, a travel medicine kit and when to get medical help.
6 min readRead guide →Everyday care
Choosing a knee support or brace
How to choose a knee support in the UAE: sleeves, straps, stabilisers and braces, how to get the right fit, and which knee problems need a doctor first.
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