What Is “Double Diabetes” and How Can Insulin Resistance Increase Health Risks?
Some people with type 1 diabetes may develop a condition over time in which their body becomes less effective at using insulin. This is commonly referred to as…
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Smoking May Affect Fertility in Men and Women, Study Finds
A new scientific study has found that smoking may affect fertility in both men and women, with researchers suggesting that exposure to cigarette smoke…
Punjab Raises Government Medical and Dental College Fees by Over 233%
LAHORE: The annual tuition fee for MBBS and BDS programmes at government medical and dental colleges in Punjab has been increased from Rs15,000 to…
How Long Do Apples Stay Fresh?
Apples are widely recommended by health experts as part of a healthy daily diet, but despite their nutritional value and numerous health benefits, they…
Mardan Commissioner Sets One-Week Deadline to Improve DHQ Hospital
MARDAN: Commissioner Mardan Division Syed Muhammad Ali Shah visited the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital Mardan and inspected various wards and sections to review healthcare…
Lt Gen (Retd) Nigar Johar Assigned Health Portfolio In KP Advisory Council
PESHAWAR: Lieutenant General (Retired) Nigar Johar has been assigned the health portfolio in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Advisory Council, following the issuance of a notification…
Mardan Hospitals Given 10 Days To Improve Services
MARDAN: Commissioner Mardan Division Syed Muhammad Ali Shah has directed health authorities to improve cleanliness, medical facilities and administrative arrangements in hospitals across Mardan…
Pakistan Moves To Curb Counterfeit Medicines With 2D Barcodes
ISLAMABAD: Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has reviewed trials of a 2D barcode system aimed at eliminating counterfeit medicines across Pakistan, as the government…
Women’s Pain Or Medical Condition? Why Symptoms Are Often Ignored
Women’s physical symptoms are sometimes dismissed as stress, anxiety or psychological problems, potentially delaying the diagnosis and treatment of underlying medical conditions. This phenomenon…
Karachi’s Changing Weather: How to Stay Healthy
Changing weather conditions, with warm days and cooler nights, are contributing to complaints of colds, coughs, sore throats and throat dryness among Karachi residents.…
Prolonged Sitting May Affect Muscle Activity, Study Warns
MELBOURNE: Sitting continuously for more than 25 minutes may reduce muscle activity and potentially contribute to health risks associated with prolonged inactivity, according to…
Saeed Hospital, Islamabad Traffic Police Sign Healthcare MoU
ISLAMABAD: Saeed International Hospital (SIH) and Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide discounted healthcare services to traffic…
Islamabad High Court Orders All Shisha Cafes Closed
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has ordered the complete closure of all shisha cafes in the federal capital until new rules governing their operations…
Sugary Drinks make Childhood Obesity
ISLAMABAD: Reducing sugary drinks and encouraging children to drink more water may help prevent childhood obesity, according to a new study published in the…
Australia Warns Of Deadly Bat Virus After Attacks Surge
SYDNEY: Australian authorities have urged the public to avoid touching bats following a sharp increase in reported bites and scratches, raising concerns about potential…
A Simple Cucumber Trick for Healthier Eating
Cucumber is a popular choice for people trying to manage their weight because it is low in calories, contains a high proportion of water…
Experimental Lung Disease Drug Shows Promise in Trial
NEW YORK: Bristol Myers Squibb has reported encouraging results from a late-stage clinical trial of its experimental drug admilparant, which is being developed to…