Abstract
Sleep disorders are increasingly being recognized as a major health problem in the UAE. The rising prevalence, potentially modifiable risk factors, and impact on global health outcomes have prompted the growth of sleep medicine. The burden of under-recognized disease has encouraged patient and physician-centric education. Supported by nationalized health insurance plans, the medical fraternity has adopted a multi-disciplinary approach to optimize resources and outcomes, while recognizing that these measures are initial steps in the unique challenges posed.
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Preeti Devnani, Sobia Farooq, Kelly L Huffman, Ayesha Ahmed, Hadie Rifai ;Sleep Medicine in the United Arab Emirates, The Practice of Sleep Medicine Around The World: Challenges, Knowledge Gaps and Unique Needs (2023) 1: 77. https://doi.org/10.2174/9789815049367123010010
DOI https://doi.org/10.2174/9789815049367123010010 |
Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |