Chronic care
Managing diabetes during Ramadan
How to adjust insulin timing, spot hypoglycaemia early and plan suhoor so fasting stays safe.
12 February 2026 · 6 min read
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Health tips from our pharmacists
Practical, evidence-based advice for life in Saudi Arabia.
Everyday wellness
Staying hydrated through a Saudi summer
Practical fluid targets, warning signs of dehydration, and which medicines increase your risk in the heat.
28 May 2026 · 4 min read
Medicine safety
When do you actually need antibiotics?
Most sore throats and colds are viral. Here is how pharmacists decide, and why SFDA requires a prescription.
9 April 2026 · 5 min read
Supplements
Vitamin D and you: testing, dosing, sunlight
Deficiency is common across the Gulf. Learn who should test, what a safe dose looks like and how long it takes to work.
3 March 2026 · 5 min read
Chronic care
How to measure blood pressure correctly at home
Cuff size, arm position, timing and the five-minute rule that changes your reading more than any medicine.
17 January 2026 · 4 min read
Vaccination
Flu season in the Kingdom: who should get vaccinated
Timing your shot, what to expect afterwards, and why pregnant women and over-65s are first in line.
6 October 2025 · 3 min read