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The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has issued a directive urging that antibiotics be sold solely on the prescription of a registered medical practitioner. This advisory, addressed to the health departments of all four provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), aims to combat the escalating threat of Antimicrobial Resistance …
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Dr. Seemin Jamali, the former head of Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center (JPMC), passes away on Saturday after a long illness. She was known as the “iron lady of the JPMC” for her exceptional contributions to healthcare in Pakistan. Dr. Jamali graduated from Nawabshah Medical College in 1986 and completed her house job at Dr. Ruth …
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During Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, refraining from food, drink, and other physical needs. Fasting is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, and it is considered a way to demonstrate devotion and submission to God. However, fasting during Ramadan is not only a spiritual practice but also has potential physical, mental, and …
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The recent surge in COVID-19 cases in Pakistan has prompted the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) to issue new guidelines for citizens to follow until April 30, 2023. The NCOC is a central coordination body responsible for managing Pakistan’s response to the pandemic. It has advised people to wear masks in “crowded tightly enclosed …
The inflammatory condition characterized by swollen red patches at the corners of the mouth is commonly known as angular cheilitis or perleche. This condition is also referred to as cheilosis or angular stomatitis. It can be painful and unsightly, causing discomfort when eating, speaking, or opening the mouth. Angular cheilitis is a relatively common condition …
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Experts suggest that drinking fennel tea can provide numerous health benefits. It can effectively soothe an upset stomach, freshen breath with its antibacterial properties, fight infections with its antiviral properties, and even enhance breast milk production in lactating mothers. Fennel tea has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various ailments. It is …
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On 10th March 2023 morning, it was reported that Pakistan had not recorded any deaths due to COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. However, the number of confirmed positive cases had increased to 1,577,412, with 73 new cases being reported across the country. The National Institute of Health (NIH) released the latest figures, revealing that …
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Pakistan has reported new outbreaks of the H5N1 bird flu virus after almost a year of being bird flu-free. The virus was found in small flocks of chickens and peacocks in Rawalpindi, near Islamabad, according to officials. A flock of 40 chickens in the area had been infected with the virus, resulting in the death …
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According to the latest report titled “Trends in maternal mortality” released by United Nations agencies, maternal deaths either increased or stagnated in nearly all regions of the world, highlighting major setbacks for maternal health. The report tracks maternal deaths nationally, regionally and globally from 2000 to 2020 and shows that there were an estimated 287,000 …
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A recent study published in the journal PLOS ONE reveals that bullying is linked to mental health concerns in teenagers, with certain types of bullying causing more harm than others. The research analyzed data from the 2018 Iowa Youth Survey, which collected responses from 70,451 students in 6th, 8th, and 11th grades. The study found …
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