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12 Effective Home Remedies for Stomach Pain
Stomach pain can be caused by various factors, from digestive issues to more serious conditions. While over-the-counter and prescription medications are available, several home remedies can help alleviate discomfort. Here are 12 popular home remedies for stomach pain, ranging from dietary changes to natural remedies, along with tips on when to seek medical attention. What…
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Intermittent Fasting: Is It All It’s Cracked Up to Be?
Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity as a weight loss strategy and a potential method for improving overall health. Promoted widely on social media and health platforms, IF involves alternating periods of fasting and eating. But is it truly as effective and beneficial as it’s often claimed to be? Here’s a closer look at what…
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6 Popular Herbal Supplements That May Pose Liver Risks
Herbal supplements have been used for thousands of years, but their popularity has surged recently, partly due to social media platforms like TikTok. While herbs like ashwagandha, turmeric, and green tea are celebrated for their benefits, they are not without risks. A new study highlights that some of these popular supplements might be damaging to…
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Boost Your Blood Pressure Management with Cruciferous Vegetables
Keeping blood pressure in check is crucial for reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Recent findings suggest that incorporating cruciferous vegetables—such as broccoli, cauliflower, and kale—into your diet may offer a natural way to manage mild hypertension. A study published in BMC Medicine explored how cruciferous vegetables could impact blood pressure in adults…
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Punjab Cabinet Approves Major Health Reforms Under CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif
The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has approved several key healthcare reforms to improve medical services across the province. A major highlight is the launch of the Children’s Heart Surgery Programme, aimed at addressing the backlog of 12,000 pediatric heart surgeries. The Chief Minister has emphasized that these surgeries must be…
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Thalassemia in Pakistan: A Rising Challenge and the Importance of Premarital Screening
When Sara and Ahmed discovered that their six-month-old child had thalassemia major, they were devastated. Further testing revealed that both were carriers of thalassemia minor, something they had never known. Despite living without symptoms, they unknowingly passed the disease on to their child, who now faces a lifetime of regular blood transfusions and medical treatment.…
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β-Thalassemia Major Complicated by Acute Myeloid Leukemia: A Case Report
AbstractThis report presents a rare case of a 4.5-year-old boy with β-thalassemia major, who developed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) French-American-British type M2. β-thalassemia major is an inherited hemoglobinopathy characterized by severe, transfusion-dependent anemia. Chronic blood transfusions, while lifesaving, can lead to iron overload, increasing the risk of secondary malignancies like leukemia due to free radical…
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Pakistan and China Deepen Cooperation in Traditional Chinese Medicine
At the 7th Belt and Road Forum for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Development, Pakistani Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, expressed Pakistan’s desire to enhance collaboration with China and other nations in advancing TCM research and innovation. The forum, held as part of the 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), highlighted the growing…
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Daiichi Sankyo-Merck’s Patritumab Deruxtecan Achieves Key Goal in Late-Stage Lung Cancer Trial
Daiichi Sankyo and Merck have announced that their investigational drug, patritumab deruxtecan, successfully met its primary endpoint in a late-stage clinical trial. This study demonstrated that the drug extended the time patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) lived without disease progression. The trial involved 586 patients with NSCLC who had a specific gene mutation…
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Best Drugs for Preventing Chronic Migraine: New vs. Traditional Treatments
For individuals experiencing chronic migraines (defined as headaches on 15 or more days per month), finding an effective prescription medication is crucial for managing their condition. Recent research has evaluated the efficacy of various drugs in preventing migraine attacks and offers new insights into treatment options. Effectiveness of Preventive Medications Recent analysis of multiple studies…