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Cancers
Study Sheds Light on BRCA Gene Variants in MENA Region
A groundbreaking systematic review has provided unprecedented insights into the genetic factors influencing breast cancer in Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) populations. Published in the Eurasian Journal of Medicine and Oncology, the study analyzed 34 eligible studies involving 5,984 individuals, identifying 385 distinct variants of unknown significance (VUS) in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes – the key players in…
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Public Health
Dementia Crisis Looms in MENA Region as Cases Set to Surge 367% by 2050
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is facing a growing dementia crisis, with cases projected to increase by 367% by 2050—the highest expected rise globally. Despite this alarming trend, research remains fragmented, and healthcare systems are ill-prepared to handle the escalating burden, according to a comprehensive review published in npj recently. Key Findings: Rising Prevalence: Dementia prevalence in…
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Events & Conferences
Sidra Medicine – Annual Research Forum
Sidra Medicine is proud to host its Annual Research Forum 2026, from 27 to 28 January 2026 in Doha, Qatar. ARF 2026, built around the theme “Innovating Healthcare: Bridging Research and Practice,” will bring together thought leaders, researchers, healthcare professionals, and key industry stakeholders from across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and MENA region. The prestigious two-day event will feature…
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