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Too hot to step outside? Sitting indoors all day can make you sick, UAE doctors warn
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Dr Zara Ahmed, Specialist in Emergency Medicine at Rak Hospital, said she often sees patients become noticeably less active during the hotter months.
“I often see people become less active during the summer, which can lead to weight gain, muscle stiffness, poorer circulation and worsening of conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease,” she said.
She added that spending most of the day indoors often means less exposure to sunlight, increasing the risk of vitamin D deficiency, which is essential for healthy bones, muscles and immune function.
Another growing issue, she said, is excessive screen time.
