Health

APP Islamabad: A health expert has issued a stark warning about the alarming rise in HIV cases among young people, attributing the increase primarily to unregulated beauty and tattoo services and the sharing of needles among drug users.…

News Desk Islamabad: The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health has confirmed two new cases of wild poliovirus in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, raising alarm over persistent immunity gaps in the…

News Desk Islamabad: Summers in Pakistan are known for their extreme heat, with temperatures frequently soaring past 40°C (104°F). During such intense heatwaves, staying hydrated and choosing cooling, nutrient-rich foods becomes…

News Desk Islamabad: As World Hypertension Day is observed globally today (May 17, 2025), medical experts are sounding the alarm over the growing prevalence of high blood pressure—described by healthcare professionals as a “silent…

News Desk Islamabad: Eggs are a dietary staple in many households—high in protein, affordable, and easy to prepare. However, in parts of South Asia and elsewhere, a familiar seasonal belief resurfaces each year: “Avoid eggs during summer…

News Desk Islamabad: Extensive medical research has shown that wars and conflicts not only destroy healthcare facilities but also have a profound impact on people's mental and emotional health, leaving them in a state of constant fear.…

APP Islamabad: Health expert Monday warned of rising food poisoning and intestinal infection cases due to contaminated food and rotten fruits, stressing the need for public awareness on healthy and hygienic food practices. Talking to…

APP Peshawar: A recent study analyzing Pakistan’s COVID-19 response has identified public trust in vaccines as the cornerstone of a successful immunization strategy, emphasizing the critical need to bolster public confidence in both…

News Desk Islamabad: A rare but serious lung disease linked to pigeon exposure is increasingly affecting residents of Karachi, with weekly cases of Bird Fancier’s Lung (BFL) now ranging between 15 and 25, a sharp rise from just one or…

News Desk Islamabad: A study published in The Lancet eBioMedicine by researchers at NYU Langone Hospital in New York has found that daily exposure to a chemical commonly used in plastic household items may be linked to more than 356,000…