Health

Break the Chips Habit With 4 Simple Tips

Frequent cravings for chips, nimco and other salty packaged snacks can become a daily habit. While occasional snacking is common, regularly consuming highly processed,…

Pakistan launches National Mental Health Policy to reach 32.4 million people

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has launched its National Mental Health Policy 2026-2035, aiming to expand access to care for more than 32.4 million people estimated to…

Apple Cider Vinegar: Benefits and Risks

Apple cider vinegar has remained popular in health and nutrition discussions for years, particularly because of claims about weight management, blood sugar and heart…

Sugary Drinks Linked to Higher Risk of Depression, Study Finds

Regular consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda and soft drinks may be associated with a higher risk of depression, according to a new…

Where Does Body Fat Go When You Lose Weight?

LAHORE: When people lose weight, they often assume that excess body fat is mainly converted into energy and released through sweat. However, the science…

Yemen’s Health System Faces Growing Crisis

SANAA: Yemen’s already fragile healthcare system is facing severe pressure as fighting intensifies across parts of the country, with Yemeni doctors and international medical…

Rabies Death Toll in Sindh Reaches 37

KARACHI: Two more children have died from rabies at Indus Hospital Karachi, taking the total number of reported rabies-related deaths in Sindh to 37.…

Hamza Foundation Introduces Cryoprecipitate, Cryo-Supernatant in KP

PESHAWAR: Hamza Foundation has introduced Cryoprecipitate (CP) and Cryo-Supernatant (CS) preparation at its facility in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, marking an expansion of specialized blood transfusion…

New Hope for Hepatitis D Patients?

WASHINGTON: An experimental drug developed by Merck Pharmaceuticals has shown promising results in reducing hepatitis D virus levels and improving liver-related markers in patients…

AI Tool Uses 20 Seconds of Speech to Screen for Type 2 Diabetes

Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence tool that can analyze a short voice recording to identify people who may be at higher risk of…

Sindh Records 117,016 Malaria Cases So Far This Year

KARACHI: Sindh has recorded 117,016 malaria cases so far this year, according to statistics released by the provincial health department. The data revealed that…

Do You Really Need Food Supplements for Better Health?

ISLAMABAD, September 28, 2026: Food supplements have become increasingly popular, with products ranging from vitamins and minerals to protein powders, probiotics, fish oil and…

Mardan Orders Stronger Healthcare and Hospital Safety

MARDAN, September 29, 2026: Commissioner Mardan Division Habibullah Arif has directed relevant authorities to further improve healthcare facilities and services at hospitals and health…

World Heart Day 2026: SICVD Raises Heart Health Awareness

KARACHI, September 29, 2026: The Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) is observing World Heart Day 2026 across its 10 hospitals in Sindh, with…

Easy Ways to Reduce Dark Circles Naturally

ISLAMABAD, September 29, 2026: Dark circles under the eyes can become more noticeable due to lack of sleep, stress, an unhealthy lifestyle, allergies and…

Tamil Nadu Gives Newborns Free Gold Rings

Tamil Nadu: The government of India’s Tamil Nadu state has launched a scheme to distribute free gold rings to eligible newborn babies delivered at…