Prioritise health and well-being – and that of the children – The National

Prioritise health and well-being – and that of the children – The National

Our readers have their say on doctors' advice, the fate of rescue animals, and distance in relationships

















Residents are being urged to get back to a healthy routine as restrictions on movement are lifted, including spending more time outdoors and exercising. Chris Whiteoak / The National

















July 7, 2020



July 7, 2020













With reference to Joan Muwahed's report Coronavirus: neglecting health during pandemic is 'recipe for disaster', UAE doctors warn (July 5): mental health should be the biggest concern at this point especially for children. It's not natural for children not to play outside.



Lamy L, Abu Dhabi



Rescue animals can do with being let in to good homes



With reference to Sarah Maisey's piece I've fostered more than 50 animals in 13 years and it is my greatest joy (June 28): what a lovely heartwarming article. I loved every sentence, and how she describes with such passion what a wonderful addition a rescue animal is to your life. I hope many other people will allow a rescue animal into their hearts and home. There are too many in need right