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Pneumonia tightens grips in Punjab and KP, claims 14 more lives

WebThe health department has confirmed 14 more deaths due to pneumonia in Punjab, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has recorded a notable surge in cases of the disease amid the intense wave of cold weather.

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Senate body passes ‘Allied Health Professionals Council Bill 2021’

WebThe Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services, Thursday, passed conditionally “The Allied Health Professionals Council Bill 2021”, with majority votes. The senate standing committee, which met here under the chairmanship of Senator Dr Muhammad Humayun Mohmand, while discussing the Allied Health Professionals …

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What is comfort food and why we crave for it

Web“Memories play a huge part in recollections of food and food associations and books have been written about this,” Dr. Naidoo says, “Unlike other species, humans can make choices and decisions around the foods they eat, and by doing so, this naturally taps into our psychological makeup.”

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Only quarter of eligible population left to be fully vaccinated

WebSAPM on Health Faisal Sultan says 75% of eligible population now fully vaccinated

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Govt announces polio campaign in 39 districts after virus detected …

WebThe federal government has announced a new campaign against polio in 39 districts after the virus was detected in Lahore’s water supply. Health ministry sources said that the virus was detected on Multan Road and Gulshan Ravi.

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Adenoviruses behind thousands falling sick in Karachi

WebHundreds of people in Karachi have been visiting government hospitals daily with cough, fever, cold, flu, and chest congestion symptoms for a week now.

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List: The 35 tertiary care government hospitals that are treating …

WebCurrently, there are 35 designated tertiary care hospitals in Pakistan that are dealing with COVID-19 patients. This COVID-19 pandemic has caught everyone off guard, especially the healthcare systems of almost every country has been exposed badly.

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WHO stresses for vaccination amid rising cases of Influenza in …

WebThe seasonal Influenza could pose a serious risk to the health of pregnant women and health workers in the absence of a vaccine, medical experts said.

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How violence-laden protests affect health and the environment

WebKARACHI: Air pollution in Islamabad and Karachi was higher than usual on May 25. This fillip occurred while PTI protesters and police clashed across Pakistan.

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Where to get tested for tuberculosis in Pakistan for UK visa

WebAspirants from Pakistan who want to visit the United Kingdom for six months or more will have to have tuberculosis (TB) test. “You’ll need a TB test if you’re coming to the UK as a fiancé, fiancée or proposed civil partner on a family visa and a returning resident and you’ve been away for more than 2 years,” the UK government said in an update on …

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With 1 doctor for every 6,000 patients, quacks rule Khyber …

WebWorld Health Organization (WHO) recommends 1:1000 doctor-patient ratios, but in comparison to available number of doctors and current population of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, there is 1 doctor or specialist for every 6,024 people. As per WHO’s recommendation, the total number of qualified doctors should be 40,856.

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Man found hanging dead from bridge in Islamabad

WebIslamabad’s citizens woke up on Monday morning to the gruesome scene of a dead body hanging from a bridge. The body was found hanging from a pedestrian bridge in sector I-9 on Monday. The sight of the body hanging amid dense fog made for a grim scene. Meanwhile, the Islamabad police said that the cause of the death appeared to be …

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Emotional message for grandson reveals issues gripping Khalid …

WebBefore taking his last breath, Pakistan’s legendary actor Khalid Butt shared details of his health with his grandson in a voice note that went viral on social media, leaving fans doleful.

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Sindh healthcare workers’ month-long protest over risk allowance

Web12 Nov, 2022. Pakistan. KARACHI: The protest by healthcare providers continued for the 28th consecutive day on Saturday as they demanded that the Sindh government restore the risk allowance introduced during the pandemic. Hundreds of protesters including doctors, paramedics, nurses and other staff members from various government hospitals and

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Punjab issues alert for Nipah virus which can kill upto 74% patients

WebThe virus has no vaccine and quick diagnosis or prevention are the only cures. The health department said that patients can slip into a coma with 3-4 days. The virus can also kill upto 74% of the people it infects. The health department’s guidelines also include instructions to upload data to dashboards, keeping patients isolated and getting

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Punjab govt forms task force to address genetic disorders

Web"Punjab is providing free treatment for thalassemia to all patients. The credit of University of Child Health Sciences goes to Prime Minister Imran Khan," Punjab Health Minister Dr Yasmin Rashid said.

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PTI Senator Sania Nishtar is new CEO of global vaccine alliance GAVI

WebThe Global Alliance for Vaccination and Immunisation (GAVI), a public-private partnership, has appointed PTI Senator Dr Sania Nishtar as its new chief executive officer. “Over three decades of leadership at the national and global levels, Dr Nishtar has built a reputation as a tireless advocate for health equity, an innovative thinker and a

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MDCAT exam to be held on Sunday as minister retracts statement

WebThe Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) would be held on September 10 (Sunday), the health ministry said, rejecting earlier reports that there could be a delay in the exam needed to enter medical universities.

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