Assistant Chair in NSPH Department - AUH

M.A, Dundee University, 1997.
M.Sc (MedSci), Glasgow University, 1998.
M.Phil, Abertay University, Dundee, 2010. 

Bio

Hazel has extensive experience in nutrition. Prior to being appointed at Zayed University she worked as a public health nutritionist in the UK. During her time in the UAE she has collaborated with local organisations to conduct research and provide nutrition education. Hazel is a member of the Nutrition Society and a registered public health nutritionist in the UK. 

Office: Abu Dhabi South Campus, (Room X-105A)
Phone: +9712 599 3802
Email: Hazel.Broome@zu.ac.ae

Teaching Areas

Nutrition
Health Promotion and Health Education
Health Sciences Internship

Research and Professional Activities

Current research

A study of maternal and infant health, from pregnancy to one year in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Key areas:

• Maternal health and nutrition during pregnancy and the neo-natal period.
• Infant health and nutrition during the first year of life.
• Social and cultural factors influencing health and health practices in women and infants in the UAE.
• Health care policy formation and provision for women and infants in the UAE.
• Nutrition in Schools.
• Advisor on Health Curriculum in Schools.