
Illegal Organ Trafficking Network Busted in Islamabad, Diagnostic Center Sealed
May 25, 2026
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA), in coordination with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), has sealed the Premium Diagnostic Center located in G-8…

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May 25, 2026
The Hidden Disease That Robs Your Livestock of Young and Your Family of Health Dr. Hanif ur Rehman • Dr. Asmat Wazir • Dr.…

Are the health risks of eating meat justified?
May 23, 2026
Health concerns about eating meat are mainly linked to red and processed meat, with experts warning that regular intake of processed products may increase…

Volunteers tackle Ebola misinformation door-to-door in Congo
May 23, 2026
GENEVA: Volunteers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are going door-to-door to address misinformation about Ebola in areas affected by the outbreak, the International…

Pakistan issues Ebola alert after outbreak reports in African countries
May 21, 2026
ISLAMABAD, May 21, 2026 (Web Desk): Pakistan’s Ministry of Health has issued a high alert and directed the National Institute of Health to take…

Ebola deaths in eastern Congo rise to 131 as WHO voices concern
May 20, 2026
BUNIA: Ebola deaths in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have risen to 131 after 26 more suspected fatalities were recorded in 24 hours, authorities…

Pakistan seeks Chinese support for vaccine, pharma production
May 20, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is seeking Chinese support for joint vaccine and pharmaceutical production as the country looks to reduce reliance on imported medicines and prepare…

83 students donate blood for thalassemia patients at KIMS Kohat
May 20, 2026
KOHAT, May 20: Eighty-three students donated blood during a thalassemia awareness seminar and blood donation camp organized by Hamza Foundation Welfare Thalassemia Hospital and…

Five minutes of daily exercise linked to lower risk of early death, study finds
May 19, 2026
Just five minutes of moderate exercise a day could help reduce the risk of premature death, according to new research examining health data from…

Seminar highlights nurses’ role and Pakistan’s medical tourism potential
May 19, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Maroof International Hospital and Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad jointly hosted an International Nurses Day seminar in Islamabad to recognise the contribution of nurses…

Study finds air pollution can trigger fatal kidney diseases
May 19, 2026
A new scientific study has found that long-term exposure to air pollution may significantly increase the risk of chronic kidney disease, kidney failure and…

PMDC issues new rules for foreign medical admissions
May 19, 2026
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council has introduced revised eligibility criteria for students seeking admission to medical and dental institutions abroad. According to…

Punjab minister says digital records key to stronger healthcare system
May 19, 2026
LAHORE: Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique on Sunday said a strong healthcare system depends on digital records, disease surveillance and research-based policymaking, as…

Punjab approves Rs135m healthcare upgrade programme for Hazro tehsil
May 18, 2026
HASSAN ABDAL: The Punjab government has approved a Rs135 million healthcare development programme to upgrade basic health facilities across Hazro tehsil in Attock district,…

Three-day anti-polio campaign launched in Taxila with 651 teams deployed
May 18, 2026
RAWALPINDI: A three-day special anti-polio campaign was launched in Taxila on Monday, with 651 teams deployed to vaccinate children under the age of five…

New blood test may help detect failing prostate cancer treatment earlier
May 18, 2026
Scientists have tested a new blood test that may help doctors identify when prostate cancer treatment is starting to fail, according to a study…