Tag: health herald
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Mandatory HIV and Hepatitis Tests Before Surgeries in Pakistan
Pakistan Enforces Mandatory HIV and Hepatitis Screening Before Surgeries In a decisive move to combat the rising spread of HIV and Hepatitis B & C, Pakistan’s Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination (NHSR&C) has announced that screening tests are now mandatory before all surgical and invasive medical procedures. The directive, issued by Federal…
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Asthma Drug Montelukast Shows Promise Against Resistant Cancers
Asthma Medication Could Unlock New Cancer Treatments A new study has revealed that Montelukast, a drug commonly prescribed for asthma and allergies, may hold the key to tackling some of the most difficult cancers, including triple-negative breast cancer. Researchers discovered that tumors exploit a protein called CysLTR1 to manipulate immune cells known as neutrophils. Normally,…
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Unhygienic Food and Unsafe Water Fuel Hepatitis Surge in Pakistan
Unsafe Food and Water Linked to Rising Hepatitis Cases Pakistan is facing a worrying increase in hepatitis and stomach infections, with health officials pointing to unhygienic food practices and unsafe drinking water as the primary causes. Medical experts report that contaminated food sold in markets and roadside stalls, along with poor water quality in several…
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Ebola Outbreak Risk High Regionally, Low Globally
WHO Highlights Regional Risks of Ebola Spread The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a statement clarifying that the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) poses a high risk regionally but remains a low threat globally. The outbreak, driven by the Bundibugyo strain, has already caused over 130 deaths and continues…
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Polio-Free Punjab Faces Risk of Virus Spread from Other Provinces
Punjab Urged to Stay Vigilant Against Polio Threat Punjab has successfully achieved polio-free status, but health authorities caution that the virus could still spread into the province from other regions of Pakistan. Speaking at the Deputy Commissioner’s office, Uzma Kardar, focal person to the Punjab Chief Minister, highlighted that while Punjab has eliminated polio, population…
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WHO Raises Alarm Over Rapid Ebola Outbreak in Congo
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Sparks Global Concern The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), describing its “scale and speed” as deeply concerning. The outbreak has already claimed over 130 lives and is spreading rapidly across provinces and into neighboring countries. The…
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Cats May Hold Clues to Breast Cancer Treatments
Feline Cancer Research Offers New Hope for Breast Cancer A groundbreaking study published in Science has revealed that cancers in cats share significant genetic similarities with human cancers, particularly breast cancer. This discovery could pave the way for innovative treatments that benefit both species. Researchers analyzed tumor samples from nearly 500 domestic cats across five…
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Toxic Chemicals Found in Hair Extensions Raise Health Concerns
Study Warns of Hidden Dangers in Hair Extensions A groundbreaking study published in Environment & Health has raised serious concerns about the safety of hair extensions. Researchers tested 44 hair samples and identified 169 different chemicals, many of which are linked to cancer, reproductive health problems, and developmental issues. Among the most alarming findings were…
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Nasal Spray Therapy Offers Hope Against Brain Cancer in Pakistan
Breakthrough Nasal Spray Could Transform Brain Cancer Treatment Doctors and researchers are exploring a revolutionary approach to treating glioblastoma, the most aggressive and fatal form of brain cancer. Instead of relying on surgery or invasive procedures, scientists have developed a nasal spray therapy that could activate the body’s immune system directly inside the brain. The…
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WHO Raises Alarm Over Deadly Ebola Outbreak in Congo
Ebola Outbreak Sparks Global Health Emergency The World Health Organization has sounded the alarm over the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, describing its scale and speed as deeply concerning. The Bundibugyo strain of the virus has already claimed 131 lives and left over 513 suspected cases, prompting WHO to declare an…