Traditional medicine

During the first half of the 20th century, before the arrival of modern medicine, the people of south-east Arabia were reliant on herbalists, known as Attareen for plant remedies and traditional healers, known as Mutabbib, for treating physical ailments. Through their ingenuity and resourcefulness, the people of Dubai discovered natural treatments to ailments, infections, and diseases in coastal, mountainous and desert regions. These discoveries enabled communities to survive and remain healthy. This wisdom is passed down in the form of stories, sayings, songs and proverbs. Written texts, including medical manuals and collections of poetry, also provide valuable insights into the history of medicine.