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Abu Dhabi: EIFF, SKMC hold World Health Day

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April 14, 2013

Abu Dhabi, Apr 14: Emirates India Fraternity Forum (EIFF) and  Sheikh Khalifah Medical City, Abu Dhabi jointly organised a blood donation camp on April 7 in commemoration of World Health Day on the premises of Abu Dhabi Blood Bank, Khaldiya, Abu Dhabi  to support the noble cause with the theme ‘Blood Pressure Silent Killer’.

The Programme started with qirath by Abdul Rasheed, followed by inaugural address by Siddiq Uchila.

Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, chief cardiologist of SKMC, Dr. Naima Oumeziane MD, Specialist, Hematology, Head of Abu Dhabi Blood Bank, Dr. AP Ahmed MBBS, MRCP UK and Dr.Shujaat Rahman, BDS, BSc. DTMPH (Germany) , Oxford Medical Center Abu Dhabi along with Mohammad Ali, President of BWF were guest of honours.

Dr. Wael Al Mahmeed, Chief Cardiologist of SKMC, delivered a lecture on "Preventing the Heart disease” followed by a question and answer session. He said that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the UAE and the common causes of heart failure include heart attack, hypertension, and other heart diseases.

Dr. Naima Oumeziane MD, Specialist, Hematology, Head of Abu Dhabi Blood Bank, emphasized the importance of blood donation and its merits since the people know that blood is a base of every human life and there is no life without blood, this makes its value priceless.

Dr. AP Ahmed MBBS, MRCP UK, MD Oxford Medical Center Abu Dhabi gave a presentation on ‘Blood Pressure Silent Killer’. High blood pressure is called the "silent killer" because it often has no warning signs or symptoms, and many people don't realize they have it. That's why it's important to get your blood pressure checked regularly. High blood pressure increases your risk for heart disease. People irrespective of their age have to take steps to keep their blood pressure levels normal and to have regular check-up.

A brief presentation was displayed regarding the activities of Emirates India Fraternity Forum (EIFF) followed with its future plans which was very much appreciated by the guests and audience.

Though more than 80 people were registered for Blood Donation due to lacks of time only 50 persons were able to donate the blood which made the program a grand success.

Mr. Muhammad Ali, program coordinator, conveyed the vote of thanks to the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Union Defence Force for their support and all the donors, Chief Guests for their valuable health tips also to Abu Dhabi Blood Bank staff for the assistance they provided and the volunteers who actively participated to make this event a successful one.

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Media Release
June 24,2020

The Overseas Indian Cultural Congress (OICC), Bahrain, has charted aircrafts to repatriate stranded expatriates to India. 

Boby Parayil, General Secretary, OICC National Committee, Bahrain has thanked all those who supported in this cause.

“The aircrafts were not licensed and were in crisis until the last minute. Finally, Mohammed Mansoor, president of Bahrain chapter of Indian Overseas Congress approached IOC Middle East in charge Dr Arathi Krishna, who helped get permission to operate flight to Kozhikode,” he said in a release. 

All mandatory approvals from the Foreign Ministry of Affairs and other government officials were accomplished by Dr Arathi Krishna. OICC has expressed gratitude to her for her timely support, he said. 

OICC is also grateful to former Kerala chief minister Oommen Chandy for doing necessary arrangements to get all the approvals for flight landing in Kerala, he added.

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Shodhan Prasad
August 7,2020

Dubai, Aug 7: ‘Nama Tuluve’ Purushotham Salian, a staunch stalwart who always supported humanity and a strong pillar for Tuluvas in Dubai, passed away August, 4 at Al Tawam Hospital Al Ain. He was suffering from cancer and was admitted to Al Tawam Hospital Al Ain some time ago. He was on the last stage of illness which was not detected earlier.

His funeral last rites were conducted on Thursday August 7 at Jebel Ali cemetery in Hindu rites with a few of his family members present. Due to Covid pandemic, neither his body was able to be flown back to hometown nor could his two children come down to attend the funeral. However, it was said that his wish was to be cremated here in Dubai which unknowingly sometime back he whispered to one of his friends.

Purushotham had few years ago, survived a heart attack and fought back his life, though it had a minor paralytic effect on him. Even though, till recently he used to do his day-to-day work normally. He was a hard working personality and owned a readymade garment shop in Ajman and Dubai mostly taking care of clients with requirement of uniforms and coveralls. His dedication towards work was always appreciated by his clients who used to get their things delivered on time always.

He was never a publicity person and was helping the poor and needy in whatever ways he could silently. He strongly supported the community and was associated with Nama Tuluveru and Billawa community with commitment. He used to voluntarily come forward for the ground work of various functions of the community and used to be there until it was done perfectly.

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May 2,2020

Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club (KSCC) organized Blood Donation Camp at Latifa Hospital, Oud Mehta Dubai on April 23rd, 2020 in association with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and with support from Community Development Authority (CDA) Government of Dubai.

Blood Donation Drive started in the morning at 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Around 48 people participated in this drive and donated blood to support the Dubai Blood Bank.

A potential shortage of blood for transfusions has been occurred due to a significant reduction in voluntary blood donations during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. The current pandemic, health services are now running with shortages of blood availability. To support the DHA Blood Bank KSCC taken initiative to ensure that blood donations continued and are safe for both the donor and the recipient.

After taking safety precaution and safe distance during the blood donation donors feeling happy and honored to participate and donate blood at this pandemic situation. Club Manager Mr. Mohammad Shafi was also present during this event.

KSCC appreciated all the blood donors and be grateful to Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Community Development Authority (CDA), and Government of Dubai for their association for this event. They also thanked the volunteers and supporters.

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