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.
Lugols iodine, also called Lugols solution, was named after its developer, Jean Lugol, a French physician who produced it in 1829. It was used as an antiseptic for over a century.In 1986, after the Chernobyl disaster, the Polish government used Lugols iodine to replace and block any intake of radioactive iodine.ugols iodine, also called Lugols solution, was named after its developer, Jean Lugol, a French physician who produced it in 1829. It was used as an antiseptic for over a century.