Tag: health herald
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Pakistan Proposes Joint Vaccine Production with China
Strengthening Healthcare Through Pakistan-China Vaccine Partnership Pakistan has taken a bold step in global health diplomacy by proposing joint vaccine production with China. This initiative aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation, enhance local manufacturing capacity, and ensure wider access to life-saving immunizations across the country. The proposal was put forward during high-level discussions, reflecting Pakistan’s commitment…
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UHS Adds Child Nutrition to MBBS Curriculum in Punjab
Medical Education Strengthened with Child Nutrition Focus The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has taken a groundbreaking step by introducing child nutrition into the MBBS curriculum across Punjab. This initiative aims to prepare future doctors with the knowledge and skills needed to address malnutrition, one of Pakistan’s most pressing public health challenges. UHS officials explained…
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High Blood Pressure Causes 400,000 Deaths Annually in Pakistan
Hypertension Emerges as Pakistan’s Silent Killer High blood pressure, often called the “silent killer,” is taking a devastating toll in Pakistan. According to Prof. Jahan Ara Hassan, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Dow University of Health Sciences, nearly 400,000 Pakistanis die every year due to hypertension-related complications. Speaking at an awareness seminar on World Hypertension Day, Prof.…
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Pakistan’s Health Minister Represents Nation at World Health Assembly in Geneva
Pakistan’s Voice in Global Health Policy Pakistan’s Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal has arrived in Geneva to represent the country at the 79th World Health Assembly, held from May 18 to 23, 2026. This annual gathering, organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), brings together health leaders from across the globe to set priorities…
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Pakpattan Jail Screening Detects HIV and Hepatitis Cases
Silent Killer Diseases Uncovered in Pakpattan Screening Drive A large-scale health screening initiative in Pakpattan has uncovered serious health challenges among both the general population and prison inmates. Over three days, medical teams tested thousands of citizens across seven locations, including hospitals, rural health centers, and the District Jail. Among the most concerning findings were…
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Sindh Launches Surprise Drug Testing in Schools
Surprise Drug Testing to Reshape Student Life in Sindh School and college life in Sindh is about to undergo a major shift as the provincial government prepares to roll out surprise drug testing for students. Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon revealed that the initiative is part of a broader campaign to tackle the growing problem…
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Pakistan Sends Medical Aid Shipment to Iran
Humanitarian Support Strengthens Pakistan-Iran Relations Pakistan has taken a meaningful step in humanitarian diplomacy by sending its first shipment of emergency medicines and surgical equipment to Iran. This initiative reflects the compassion and solidarity of the Pakistani people toward their Iranian counterparts. The aid consignment was organized under the patronage of Syed Sajid Ali Naqvi,…
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Contract Doctors in Pakistan Unpaid for Three Months
Healthcare Workforce Strained by Salary Delays Pakistan’s healthcare system is facing a growing crisis as contract doctors remain unpaid for three consecutive months. These doctors, employed across major hospitals and healthcare facilities, play a vital role in patient care, yet their financial struggles are mounting due to delayed salaries. Reports indicate that the issue stems…
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Experts Warn Artificial Fragrances May Trigger Early Puberty in Children
Fragrance Chemicals and Their Impact on Children’s Health Health specialists in Pakistan have raised alarms over the widespread use of artificial fragrances in personal care and household products, warning that these chemicals may contribute to early puberty in children. Speaking on a morning show, a leading dietitian explained that products such as perfumes, lipsticks, scented…
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Sindh High Court Probes Rs2.13bn Robotic Surgery Deal
Robotic Surgery Procurement Under Judicial Scrutiny The Sindh High Court has directed provincial authorities to submit a detailed report within two weeks regarding the controversial Rs2.13 billion procurement of robotic surgery systems for Liaquat University Hospital. The order was issued by a division bench comprising Justices Adnanul Karim Memon and Zulfiqar Ali Sangi during hearings…