In fact, most of Dubaiâs economy is centered on money or conspicuous consumption. Although the city boasts scenic coastline and a desert oasis, there is little to do outside of spending money in large shopping centers or on expensive outings, such as day-trips on yachts or renting a helicopter.
Thalidomide was originally developed to treat morning sickness in pregnant women. Its use was stopped because it was found to cause birth defects. Thalidomide is now used as a treatment for cancer but it must not be taken in pregnancy.halidomide was originally developed to treat morning sickness in pregnant women. Its use was stopped because it was found to cause birth defects. Thalidomide is now used as a treatment for cancer but it must not be taken in pregnancy.
Thalidomide is an infamous teratogen. Women can be exposed to this substance while trying to control nausea during pregnancy. Thalidomide was given (mostly in the late fifties) as a medication to control the nausea (it was removed from the market in 1961).