I am happy to know that underprivileged children and orphans across the country are being given a chance to shine and unleash their creativity through an art programme (Art therapy programme launched in Dubai to help underprivileged children, November 20).
I use a mandala colouring therapy app for my son who has epilepsy. It also plays soothing music and calms him down when he feels anxious.
Creativity is always a great emotional outlet.
John Saf David, Dubai
People in UAE should start thinking green
Dubai has implemented the Shams Dubai, an initiative to encourage home owners and industries to generate power using solar energy (A shocking way to make fresh water could be the UAE's answer to desalination, November 19).
The initiative has introduced net metering that allows the consumer to push surplus energy back to the grid, thus earning credits on their energy bills.
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority maintains a list of certified suppliers, consultants and installers on its website. Financing is also available from companies such as Yellow Door. Now it’s up to the public to go green. In fact, next year an entire section will be devoted to solar energy at the Wetex exhibition.
Randall Mohammed, Dubai
No one takes Trump seriously
No one in the US takes Donald Trump seriously (Trump's plan to shut US mosques risks a branding backlash, November 21). That said, mosques, churches and all other religious institutions that preach hate should be monitored.
Patricia Cooksey, Dubai
I have several American friends who support him. I am at a loss and cannot understand the logic. Mr Trump’s sentiments create division and hatred. He makes me sick to the core.
Donna Lee-Elliott, US
Study needed on diabetes
Regarding the article Abu Dhabi scientists to research why diabetes is so prevalent in Emiratis (November 20), I am thrilled to see an endocrinologist is actively looking for biomarkers in this study. I am also happy that it is being taken seriously and not just assumed that people overeat or are lazy.
I know many patients in the US who are not overweight or sedentary in the least. In fact they run marathons, belong to walking groups and eat very healthy food, yet they have type 2 diabetes.
I also notice most of them have a few things in common. They all have either hypothyroid conditions or Hashimoto’s disease. Most have low iron, an allergy to iodine or shellfish and have had the problem since childhood.
Also, most of them have trouble with metabolic syndrome. Some have gluten or soy intolerance. I am physically fit and I eat only organic food. No junk food, no processed food.
My sugar is borderline, but the glucose urine dip can be as high as 670 and my iron is so low I get B12 shots weekly. Good luck in your study.
Name withheld by request
I don’t know about adults, but many children eat huge chunks of white bread with cheese or chocolate spread for lunch everyday.
There needs to be some serious education about proper nutrition. More veggies and less everything else.
Kight Pruszynski, Abu Dhabi
UAE an oasis of tolerance
I refer to the article UAE 'an exemplary model of multi-religion cooperation', November 20). We are all the same, made of flesh and blood, having the same quest but with different points of view and answers. The only way to peace is to meet to discuss issues in a kind and friendly manner.
Christian Clo, Dubai
It’s not about religion, but about bad people who want to do bad things. We need to stop defending religion. Remember that no religion teaches people to bomb and shoot. People do.
Name withheld by request
Terrorism is not part of any religion. Everyone should fight against it.
Ameen Yousuf, India