Tag: health herald
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PMDC Declares Clinical Practice by Psychologists and Dental Technicians Illegal
PMDC Reinforces Healthcare Regulations with New Ruling The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has issued a decisive ruling declaring that clinical practice by psychologists and dental technicians is illegal. The announcement underscores the council’s commitment to safeguarding patient safety and ensuring that only properly licensed medical and dental professionals are authorized to provide healthcare…
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Mobile Health Units Deliver Care to Flood-Affected Punjab Communities
Mobile Clinics Bring Hope to Flood-Affected Families in Punjab In the aftermath of devastating floods in Punjab, Pakistan, mobile health units supported by the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) are playing a crucial role in restoring access to healthcare for vulnerable communities. These mobile clinics are reaching families in remote and damaged areas, where…
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Pakistan Among Top Global Child Mortality Reducers
Pakistan Achieves Global Recognition in Child Mortality Reduction Pakistan has earned global recognition for its remarkable progress in reducing child mortality, ranking among the top five countries worldwide for absolute reduction in child deaths. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the country has successfully averted 2.6 million child deaths through sustained vaccination efforts. Over…
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PHC Ruling Brings Relief for Foreign Medical Graduates in Pakistan
Court Decision Eases Path for Foreign Medical Graduates The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has delivered a landmark ruling that provides significant relief to foreign medical graduates seeking to practice in Pakistan. The court directed the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to streamline licensing procedures and reduce unnecessary hurdles that have long frustrated overseas-qualified doctors.…
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Pakistan-China Partnership Launches Maternal and Newborn Health Project in Quetta
Strengthening Maternal and Newborn Care in Quetta Pakistan and China have joined hands to launch a maternal and newborn health project in Quetta, Balochistan, marking a significant step in bilateral cooperation for public health. The initiative is designed to address pressing challenges in maternal and child healthcare, particularly in underserved regions. The project will focus…
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WHO and Pakistan Celebrate 50 Years of Life-Saving Vaccination
Pakistan Marks 50 Years of Immunisation Success with WHO Pakistan and the World Health Organization (WHO) are celebrating a remarkable milestone: five decades of partnership in immunisation that has protected 160 million children and 130 million mothers with life-saving vaccines. This achievement underscores the country’s resilience and commitment to public health. Since the launch of…
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Vaccines Protect Every Generation: EU Highlights Immunisation Benefits
Vaccines Work Across Generations to Safeguard Health The European Commission has reaffirmed the vital role of vaccines in protecting individuals, families, and communities from infancy to old age. Marking European Immunisation Week 2026 under the theme “For every generation, vaccines work,” the Commission highlighted how immunisation contributes to resilience and long, healthy lives. Currently, vaccines…
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WHO Webinar Highlights Health Sector’s Role in Supporting Parents
Health Sector’s Role in Strengthening Parenting and Caregiving On April 22, 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the Child Health Task Force and the Early Childhood Development Action Network, hosted a webinar titled “The Role of the Health Sector in Supporting Parents and Their Caregiving Potential.” The session underscored that parents and…
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International Health Research Conference Concludes at RMI Peshawar
RMI Hosts Landmark International Health Research Conference The International Conference of Health Research (ICHR-26) concluded at the Rehman Medical Institute (RMI) in Peshawar, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s growing culture of medical research and collaboration. The three-day event brought together over 2,000 participants, including researchers, healthcare professionals, and students from across Pakistan and abroad.…
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Medical Tribunal Upholds Dismissal in Negligence Appeal
Tribunal Reinforces Finality in Medical Negligence Case The medical tribunal, established under the Medical Tribunal Act 2020, has dismissed an appeal in an alleged medical negligence case involving shoulder surgeries performed in Lahore during 2018 and 2019. The tribunal’s ruling underscores the importance of finality in litigation, strict adherence to limitation laws, and the prohibition…