Health experts across the region are raising the alarm over the growing impact of lifestyle-related diseases, declining trust in healthcare systems and the rising influence of social media on young people’s health choices. Abdul Rahman Agha El Kinge, Consultant Medical Oncologist at NMC Royal Hospital in Sharjah, UAE, revealed that 45% of young adults ignore professional medical advice, while 38% turn to social media for health information instead of consulting certified clinicians. He added that public trust in healthcare systems has dropped to just 51%, reflecting a worrying global trend of misinformation and digital dependence. Meanwhile, Tarek Yakout, Consultant of Medical Oncology and H... [Read more]