£16 Million Investment to Strengthen UK-Switzerland Life Sciences Research
The United Kingdom and Switzerland have unveiled a major investment in life sciences research, committing a combined £16 million to foster innovation in healthcare and […]
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US Biodefense Spending Expected to Rise Under Trump, Says Bavarian Nordic
Bavarian Nordic, a European vaccine manufacturer, anticipates increased biodefense funding under the Trump administration, despite the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a known vaccine […]
Global Diabetes Crisis: Over 800 Million Adults Affected, Many Untreated
A new study highlights a concerning rise in global diabetes, revealing that over 800 million adults now suffer from the condition, nearly doubling previous estimates. […]
Deadly Smog Engulfs Punjab: Record Pollution Levels Spark Health Emergency
Pakistan is grappling with extreme levels of smog this month, triggering widespread public health concerns and causing schools across Punjab to close until November 17. […]
Heart Screenings Launched at Cambridge After Student’s Sudden Death
In response to the sudden death of Clarissa Nicholls, a 20-year-old undergraduate at the University of Cambridge, students are now being offered heart screenings to […]
IMF: Pakistan’s health and education spending falls short in the fight against poverty.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2024 Article IV consultation with Pakistan and approved a 37-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) worth […]
Pakistan Declared Trachoma-Free by WHO
ISLAMABAD: In a remarkable victory for public health, Pakistan has been declared trachoma-free by the World Health Organisation (WHO). This validation marks Pakistan as the […]
Govt Committed to Enhancing Women’s Healthcare Access: Dr. Mukhtar
Government Committed to Enhancing Healthcare Access for Women: Dr. Mukhtar QUETTA: Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmed Bharath, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on National Health Services, […]
Climate Change Fuels Rise of Vector-Borne Diseases in Pakistan: World Bank Report
The World Bank, in collaboration with the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and the Climate Support Facility (CSF), has issued a stark warning about the role […]
Surge in Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Pakistan: A Call for Immediate Action
As Pakistan experiences the after-effects of the monsoon season, combined with urbanization and poor sanitation, the country is witnessing a rise in mosquito-borne diseases, including […]
