Health

News Desk Islamabad: Apricots are small, round, yellow fruits that belong to the stone fruit family, also known as drupes. Not only are they low in calories, but they're also packed with nutrients and health benefits. One of their…

APP Islamabad: A renowned skin specialist has warned that heatwaves can have dangerous effects on skin health, including premature aging, burns, and even skin cancer. Speaking to a private news channel, Dr Khurram Mushir emphasized…

News Desk Islamabad: As Eidul Azha approaches, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has raised alarms over two urgent public health threats: Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) and the escalating risks of heatstroke. These…

APP Abbottabad: A sharp surge in pollen allergy cases has been reported across Abbottabad, with Poplar trees identified as the main cause. The white, cotton-like pollen released by these trees has heavily affected areas including Link…

News Desk Islamabad: A senior doctor at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) has appealed to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir to constitute a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to probe allegations against the…

News Desk Islamabad:  Health experts have emphasized the crucial role of public awareness in promoting lifestyle changes to combat obesity and diabetes, as the trend of bariatric surgery—also known as metabolic surgery—gains momentum…

News Desk  Islamabad:  The National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed a new polio case in District Thatta, Sindh. This marks the fourth polio case from Sindh and the sixth nationwide in Pakistan this year. In 2024, Pakistan…

News Desk New York: Global breast cancer cases are projected to increase by 38% by 2050, with annual deaths expected to surge by 68 percent, according to a new report from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a…

News Desk Islamabad: Bottle gourd juice, commonly known as lauki juice, is gaining recognition for its numerous health benefits. Rich in magnesium, zinc, and high water content, it provides essential nutrients that promote hydration and…

News Desk Islamabad: The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed the detection of the second wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) case of the year. The latest case has been…