Easy Ways to Check Milk Adulteration at Home
Milk is a staple in many households, but its appearance alone cannot confirm whether it is pure. Simple home checks can provide an initial indication of possible milk…
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Mardan Medical Complex Addresses 17 Public Complaints in E-Khuli Kachehri
MARDAN: Medical Teaching Institution (MTI) Mardan Medical Complex held its fifth E-Khuli Kachehri session on Monday, bringing hospital leadership and members of the public…
IHC Seeks Report on PIMS Executive Director’s Responsibility
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has sought a report on whether responsibility has been fixed on the Executive Director of Pakistan Institute of Medical…
Holy Family Hospital Doctors Successfully Reattach Severed Hand of 5-Year-Old
RAWALPINDI: Doctors at Holy Family Hospital have successfully reattached the completely severed hand of a five-year-old boy from Jhelum through a complex replantation procedure,…
Town Medical City Launches in Peshawar With Focus on Modern Healthcare
PESHAWAR: Town Medical City has formally launched its development journey in Peshawar, bringing together political, healthcare, business and development figures as the project moves…
PIMS Fire: Petition Filed in Islamabad High Court Seeking Investigation, Fire Safety Enforcement
ISLAMABAD: Separate petitions have been filed in the Islamabad High Court seeking an investigation into the PIMS hospital fire that reportedly killed 14 infants,…
Study Finds ‘Dieting’ Perceptions May Make Weight Loss Harder for Men
A new study suggests that some men may be less likely to engage in weight-loss programmes because they associate the idea of “dieting” with…
Sugar-Free Sweetener Under Scrutiny as Xylitol Linked to Higher Heart Risk
Xylitol, a popular sugar substitute, has been linked to a higher risk of major cardiovascular events, including heart attacks, strokes and death, according to…
Dengue Cases Hit 478 in KP as Peshawar Emerges as Worst-Affected City
PESHAWAR: Dengue cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have climbed to 478 this year, with Peshawar reporting the highest number of confirmed infections, according to the…
PIMS Says Newborns Died From Smoke and Soot Inhalation, Not Burns
PIMS Executive Director Rana Imran Sikandar has said the newborns who died in the hospital nursery fire did not die from burns, but from…
Night Shift Workers Face Higher Depression Risk, Study Finds
People who work shifts outside normal daytime hours may face a higher risk of poor mental health, with research finding that shift workers had…
Daily 20–40 Minute Walk May Help Control Blood Pressure
Medical experts say regular walking can support heart health and help maintain healthy blood pressure. Research suggests that moderate-paced walking for 20 to 40…
Baldness Treatments: What Men Should Know About Hair Regrowth
Hair loss is a common concern among men, but the appropriate treatment depends on what is causing the hair to fall out. Experts say…
KP Committee Seeks Streamlined HIV Law With Stronger Rights and Health System Integration
PESHAWAR: A Technical Advisory Committee reviewing the proposed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa HIV Prevention, Treatment, Care and Protection Bill, 2026, has recommended streamlining the legislation to…
Islamabad High Court Asked to Form Judicial Commission Over PIMS Tragedy
Islamabad Fourteen newborn babies were killed after a devastating fire broke out at the Mother and Child Hospital of the Pakistan Institute of Medical…
Swat Health Committee Orders Action to Improve Public Healthcare Facilities
SWAT: The District Steering Committee for Health has reviewed the performance of public health facilities in Swat and directed officials to address gaps in…
Chia Seeds: 6 Potential Health Benefits and an Important Safety Tip
Chia seeds are small but nutrient-dense foods that provide fibre, plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, protein, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. They have gained popularity as…