Burnout among healthcare professionals is a critical global challenge that undermines workforce well-being, organizational effectiveness, and patient safety. This working paper presents an integrative review of burnout mitigation strategies, categorizing interventions across individual, organizational, and technological domains. It frames burnout as a multidimensional occupational phenomenon, highlights its causes and consequences, and synthesizes evidence from empirical studies and systematic reviews, with a particular focus on the UAE and comparable healthcare contexts. The findings indicate that individual-level strategies enhance coping capacity and resilience, while organizational-level interventions address systemic and structural drivers. Additionally, technological solutions offer scalable and innovative approaches to support healthcare professionals. However, significant gaps remain in longitudinal evaluations, interventions beyond physicians, and economic assessments of cost-effectiveness. The paper concludes with practical implications for policymakers, managers, practitioners, and researchers in the UAE, emphasizing that burnout mitigation is not only an ethical imperative but also a strategic priority for sustaining workforce resilience and maintaining high-quality healthcare. These findings guide UAE healthcare leaders in prioritizing cost-effective, culturally adaptable burnout mitigation strategies to enhance staff well-being and patient outcomes.

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a notable health concern during pregnancy, affecting a considerable number of births globally, with varying prevalence rates reported in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This literature review explores the state of knowledge regarding GDM and its risk factors among individuals in the UAE highlighting the importance of health literacy for adherence to management protocols and improved pregnancy outcomes. It also aims to provide an overview of the factors associated with GDM within the UAE. Studies conducted in the UAE indicate a moderate awareness of GDM among women and students, influenced by marital status, education, and prior exposure. UAE University students demonstrated good awareness of GDM risk factors, particularly a personal history of GDM and pre-pregnancy overweight or obesity, but their awareness of multiparity as a risk factor was limited. Information mainly comes from family, media, and schools, with limited input from healthcare providers. High BMI, previous GDM, family history of diabetes, and older age were found to be the key risk factors for developing GDM in the UAE. This highlights the need for focused health education, pre-pregnancy counselling, and early screening to improve GDM awareness, early detection, and reduce complications in the UAE.

Obesity is prevailing among the UAE population, and it is observed from a recent study in 2023, it was found that 3 out of 10 are obese. This study investigates obesity among the UAE population and highlights the need to implement intervention target mainly the university students. This study adopts quantitative approach collecting secondary data in the form of literature review and from different relevant sources to observe global and local intervention in practice and propose intervention for university students (UNI.FIT HUB). This intervention aims to provide effective monitoring, assessment and evaluation of each student and consequently provide management plans to ensure the obesity is reduced among the students. The findings of this study indicated that in the UAE, there is need for AI-based obesity reduction application among the university students which offers wide range of features for effective obesity reduction and prevention and control measures. Some of the risk factors identified are lack of physical activity, attitude towards healthy diet and lifestyle, fast food, fat rich food, and high calorie soft drinks.

Background: While the UAE has achieved remarkable progress in reducing maternal mortality, postpartum morbidity and women’s long-term recovery remain underrepresented in national surveillance and policy. Objective: This study aimed to identify unaddressed postpartum health issues and assess public and physician perspectives on the demand for enhanced postpartum care services in the UAE. Methods: A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining a cross-sectional survey of 167 participants (70% female) with semi-structured interviews of four obstetricians/gynecologists in a government hospital. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively, while interview transcripts underwent thematic analysis. Results: Both data sources revealed significant gaps in postpartum care, particularly regarding pelvic floor dysfunction, mental health screening, contraception counselling, and lactation support. Public respondents expressed limited awareness of formal services but indicated substantial interest in accessible, affordable, and culturally sensitive support—favoring government-supervised models. Physicians emphasized the need for community-based follow-up, partner-inclusive education, and integrated psychosocial care. Conclusion: Findings highlight an urgent need to expand postpartum care in the UAE beyond short hospital stays toward culturally adapted, continuous care models. Policy recommendations include piloting a mixed-service approach that combines midwife-led home visits with a hospital-affiliated postpartum recovery centre “postpartum care hotel”, integrating postpartum morbidity indicators into national surveillance, and ensuring equitable access through government oversight and subsidy mechanisms. Public Health Significance: Addressing these gaps could improve maternal mental health, reduce preventable complications, and set a regional benchmark for holistic, culturally responsive postpartum care.

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), cancer is becoming a significant public health concern due to its increasing incidence which is mainly driven by environmental, demographic and lifestyle factors. The most prevalent types are breast, colorectal and thyroid with obesity, poor diet, smoking and pollution acting as the main contributors. By combining information from multiple resources such as, international databases, national registries and peer-reviewed literature, this study aims to evaluate the cancer burden in the United Arab Emirates. A qualitative analysis highlighted the disproportionate impact of breast cancer on women, the growing prevalence of colorectal cancer in younger populations and the role of occupational and environmental exposures in shaping cancer risk. The results underscore discrepancies between the Emirati and non-Emirati population as well as significant gaps in early identification and prevention. Health promotion campaigns, early detection and screening initiatives, health policy interventions and enhanced collaboration with healthcare providers were among the mitigation strategies discussed in this paper. Strengthening these measures within the framework of the UAE’s 2022-206 national cancer control plan is essential for reducing the incidence and mortality of cancer. According to the study’s findings, a multifaceted approach that includes enhanced screening, policy reinforcement and lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the incidence of cancer and improve long-term health outcomes in the UAE.

The current exploration investigates the degree to which various leadership approaches influence staff motivation in UAE government hospitals, presenting the study of the problem as an example of organizational behavior, leadership, and performance. The UAE healthcare setting is illustrated by complexity and multidimensionality (meaning that many different factors influence it). However, strong leadership is central to both maintaining employee engagement and allowing the delivery of high-quality patient care (Demetris Vrontis, 2022). To assess these effects, the study design was a mixed methods approach, which encompassed both the quantitative measurement of the impact on a sample of 150 healthcare professionals and a qualitative interview of ten hospital managers working in different institutions of the UAE government. In the study, employee motivation through three leadership styles, transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire styles, was evaluated. Findings were that transformational leadership, as constituted by vision, inspiration, and individualized consideration, played a significant positive role in staff motivation and job satisfaction. Transactional leadership, which focuses on organized activity and the use of externally conditioned rewards, indicated a small effect, whereas laissez-faire leadership, in which there is minimal supervision and independence, indicated poor motivation and disconnection. In sum, these results show the significance of leadership development programs that focus more on transformational leadership qualities in building a more enthusiastic and efficient workforce. Practically, the healthcare administrators and policymakers are expected to start developing training skills to fit in the UAE healthcare setting. The paper contributes to the existing body of literature because it provides the practical implications of the leadership styles on employee morale and organizational performance.

With an eye toward the unique challenges encountered by high-demand emergency departments (EDs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the project tries to explore and evaluate ways to improve patient flow control in Eds. The objectives are to identify practical strategies for reducing crowding, enhancing operational efficiency, and raising patient happiness.

This paper examines the influence of social support networks on the management of chronic diseases, with a focus on their role in improving patient outcomes and adherence to treatment plans. Using a systematic review guided by the PRISMA methodology, peer-reviewed studies from 2013 to 2024 were analysed to identify how emotional, informational, and practical support affect disease management. Findings indicate that strong support networks—comprising family, friends, community groups, and healthcare providers—significantly enhance medication adherence, self-care behaviours, and quality of life. Conversely, the absence of adequate support correlates with higher rates of treatment non-compliance and poorer health outcomes. The analysis highlights the importance of culturally tailored interventions, especially in contexts where social norms influence care-seeking behaviour. The paper concludes that integrating structured social support strategies into chronic disease management programs can reduce healthcare costs, improve patient satisfaction, and contribute to long-term disease control. These results provide actionable insights for policymakers, healthcare organizations, and public health practitioners aiming to design patient-cantered care models that leverage social networks for better chronic disease outcomes.

Obesity is a burden being a public health challenge, especially in the Middle East, among working adults due to sedentary lifestyles as well as workplace stress linking it to the increasing rates of obesity. Obesity prevalence in the Middle East increased to 23% between 2014 and 2020. This paper shows the influence of obesity in the region in relation to the role of the environment of the workplace and the needed interventions for the employers. The findings highlight the need for workplace wellness programs as well as a strategic intervention to decrease obesity and enhance productivity.

The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread disruptions across health, education, and social systems, significantly affecting early childhood development. This literature review investigates how the pandemic impacted speech and cognitive development among children aged 0–10, with a specific focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The study aims to identify key developmental challenges, explore pandemic-related risk factors, review the effectiveness of regional and international policy responses, and provide evidence-based recommendations for post-pandemic recovery. A comprehensive literature review methodology was employed, synthesizing peer-reviewed articles, government reports, and institutional data from 2019 to 2024. Sources were drawn from fields such as developmental psychology, speech-language pathology, public health, and education. Thematic analysis was used to categorize findings into core themes, including service disruptions, socioeconomic disparities, and parental stress. Findings indicate a notable increase in speech and cognitive delays among children in the UAE and GCC, driven by school closures, reduced social interaction, limited access to therapy services, and elevated parental stress , results were identified the challenges of speech and cognitive development, risk factors contributing to developmental disruptions, and public policy response to limited the effect of covid -19 on children developments. Service gaps were especially pronounced in rural or low-income areas, emphasizing the urgent need for systematic intervention to support early childhood development. Comparative global data revealed that countries with strong digital infrastructure and proactive policies experienced fewer long-term developmental impacts. The paper concludes that urgent, cross-sectoral action is needed to mitigate the developmental consequences of the pandemic. Key recommendations include implementing universal developmental screening, expanding telehealth and hybrid early intervention services, strengthening cross-ministerial coordination, increasing parental education, and building a robust regional research infrastructure. By aligning future strategies with global best practices and local sociocultural contexts, GCC countries can better support the developmental needs of young children in times of crisis and beyond.