Research Highlights Daily Exercise Needs to Counteract Sitting Time

New research reveals that engaging in 30 to 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day can effectively counteract the negative health effects of sitting for extended periods. This finding emerges from a meta-analysis published in 2020, which analyzed data from nine studies involving 44,370 participants across four countries, all equipped with fitness trackers. …

WHO Warns of Rising Social Media Addiction Among European Teens

The World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Wednesday about a “sharp rise in problematic social media use” among European teens. This increase, WHO said, is harming their mental health. In addition, WHO’s European branch highlighted that over one in 10 adolescents are at risk of problematic gaming. The health body defines “problematic use” as young …

Heart Disease Misconception Puts Women at Risk Worldwide

Thousands of women are dying from heart disease each year due to the misconception that it is a “man’s disease.” Doctors and scientists warn that this belief is costing women’s lives. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death for women globally. Despite advances in medical treatments, many women are dying unnecessarily because they …

KPK Launches Emergency Measures to Combat Malaria Outbreak

The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Department of Health has launched emergency measures to control a malaria outbreak. Rising cases have led officials to declare 13 districts as high-risk areas. These include Bannu, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, Lakki Marwat, Kohat, Hangu, and Karak. The Public Health director led a meeting with healthcare representatives to assess the situation. They focused …

PTI Rally in Lahore Exceeds Allocated Time Amid Tight Security

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally organized in Lahore’s Kahna exceeded its allotted time, leading to warnings from local authorities. According to Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari, the official time frame for the event, which was scheduled from 3pm to 6pm, had expired. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Lahore, Syed Musa Raza, instructed rally organizers to adhere to …

EMA Approves Mpox Vaccine for Adults

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has approved Bavarian Nordic’s mpox vaccine for adolescents. This is a major step towards expanding vaccine access for young people, particularly in Africa. The decision comes at a time of growing health concerns and rising mpox cases globally. Bavarian Nordic sought this approval through a type II variation. This process …

Morocco Confirms First Case of Mpox Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Morocco has reported its first case of mpox in the city of Marrakech, according to the health ministry. This case marks the country’s first since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the ongoing outbreak a public health emergency of international concern last month. The outbreak has been fueled by a new variant of the virus …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Declares Full Recovery from Mpox Outbreak

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Health Department has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against mpox, reporting that all known patients have fully recovered from the virus. This news comes as a major relief, particularly in a region that had seen concerns about the spread of the disease. Irshad Ali, Director of Public Health, confirmed …

Cholera Deaths Surge in 2023, WHO Reports

The UN World Health Organization (WHO) reported a dramatic rise in cholera related deaths for 2023, with the number of fatalities increasing by 71 percent compared to the previous year. According to the global cholera statistics released on Wednesday, over 4,000 people died from the disease last year. This significant rise in deaths corresponds with …

Children Under Two Should Avoid Screen Time

Sweden has issued a strong message to parents. According to which toddlers should not have any screen exposure. The Swedish Public Health Agency advises that children under the age of two should avoid digital media entirely. This guidance may seem challenging in today’s tech-driven world, but Swedish authorities are firm in their stance. As children …

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