When it comes to cancer, early detection is often emphasized. Regular mammograms, prostate exams, and colonoscopies, though unpleasant, can be… Read More
Air Pollution is The Second Biggest Cause of Early Death Worldwide
A report released Wednesday reveals that nearly 2,000 children die every day from health issues related to air pollution, now… Read More
NICVD Launches Free MRI Test for Heart Patients
Heart patients visiting the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) in Karachi can now receive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) tests… Read More
3 Children Die Due to Wrong Injections at DHQ Hospital
Three minor children tragically passed away allegedly due to a reaction to antibiotic injections at Khanewal’s DHQ Hospital on Tuesday.… Read More
Upholding the Right of Smokers to Access Harm Reduction
Given the prevalence of smoking in Pakistan, it’s essential to support smokers’ access to information about Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR)… Read More
Medicines to Get More Expensive as Govt Proposes Huge Sales Tax in Budget 2024-25
The coalition government unveiled the budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 today, introducing significant changes that could impact the cost… Read More
Experts Warn of Congo Virus Risk at Cattle Markets
On Monday, a health expert emphasized the importance of taking preventive measures while visiting cattle markets before the Eid-ul-Azha festival,… Read More
NIH Issues Alert Against Deadly Brain-Eating Amoeba
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued an advisory concerning Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), also known as Naegleriasis or… Read More
Hundreds of Thousands of Parents Refused to Vaccinate Their Children Against Polio
During the recent polio vaccination campaign in Pakistan, 215,119 parents refused to vaccinate their children against polio, according to ARY… Read More
Tetanus Injection Price Increases Amid Shortage
Karachi is grappling with a severe shortage of tetanus injections, leading to a thriving black market and significant hardships for… Read More
Shafaq’s Promise of Food Safety: Honoring World Food Safety Day
Food Safety is undoubtedly an important concern that directly affects our health, day-to-day activities, and overall quality of life. Keeping… Read More
Govt to Introduce Outdoor Gyms in Schools and Colleges
The Ministry of Education and Professional Training has developed a comprehensive plan to introduce outdoor gyms in its model schools… Read More
