Thousands of cancer patients in Pakistan are facing difficulties accessing newly registered life-saving medicines as approvals for the prices of 40 drugs remain pending with the federal government. The delay has prevented these medicines from being legally sold in the country, forcing many patients and families to rely on expensive imports and informal supply channels. […]
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Study finds little evidence linking extreme heat to premature births in Pakistan
A new study examining nearly 47,000 births across four Pakistani cities has found that extreme heat during pregnancy has little to no significant connection with premature births, challenging assumptions drawn from earlier international research. Read More: UN agencies say one in 10 babies born prematurely in 2022 The study, led by researchers Dr Shaper Mirza of […]
Health Experts Advise Moderate Eating During Eid Meat Celebrations
Health experts have advised people across Pakistan to enjoy Eid meals in moderation and avoid excessive consumption of meat and spicy foods. The advice comes as families celebrate Eid al-Adha with traditional dishes and large gatherings. Moreover, specialists warned that overeating during hot weather can lead to digestive problems. According to medical experts, consuming large […]
Study links marital status with cancer risk differences
Cancer is a dangerous disease affecting all ages in modern era. A new study suggests marital status may be linked with risk. Researchers from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine analyzed data from more than 4 million cancer cases in the United States. Published in Cancer Research Communications, the study found unmarried individuals had […]
Insulin pills could replace painful injections
Researchers in Japan have made a promising breakthrough, creating insulin pills that could replace injections for diabetes patients. The oral system may simplify treatment, reduce pain, and improve daily management for millions. This development offers hope after decades of failed attempts to make oral insulin effective. For over a century, scientists have struggled to turn […]
Long-term cannabis use may harm memory by disrupting sleep
New research from The University of Texas at Dallas suggests that long-term cannabis use can harm memory, primarily by disrupting sleep quality. The study, published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, examined how cannabis use, sleep, and memory interact, offering insights beyond previous studies that analyzed these factors separately. Read More: How sleep quality […]
National Institute of Health warns of rising H3N2 flu cases
ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) on Monday issued an advisory warning of a rise in H3N2 influenza cases globally and in Pakistan, cautioning that a new genetic subclade, known as Subclade K or “super flu”, has emerged internationally. The institute urged provincial health authorities to strengthen preparedness and prevention measures amid the ongoing […]
Man dies of heart attack after brother’s bail rejected in Dadu
DADU: A young man suffered a fatal heart attack inside a court premises after his brother’s bail was rejected in Dadu. Abdul Wahid had come to the Fourth Additional Sessions Court for his brother’s bail hearing. Read More: Sindh sets global example with 24/7 free heart attack treatment at 11 NICVD centers Following the court’s decision […]
Balochistan reports sharp rise in HIV cases ahead of World AIDS Day
QUETTA: The number of registered AIDS patients in Balochistan has risen to 3,303, including 707 women and 90 transgender persons, with 452 related deaths reported over the past year, senior health officials revealed on Sunday. The figures were shared during a press conference at the Quetta Press Club ahead of World AIDS Day 2025, observed […]
PM urges end to AIDS stigma, stresses equal access to treatment
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for the urgent elimination of stigma and discriminatory attitudes associated with AIDS, emphasising that such barriers hinder effective prevention and treatment efforts. In his message on World AIDS Day, observed on Monday, he said societal acceptance and empathy were crucial for supporting individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Read More: […]