In a landmark medical breakthrough, Russia has announced the development of a cancer vaccine that will be distributed free of cost. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the global fight…
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£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 medical advancements. This new funding initiative aims…
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 skeptic, as health secretary. The company’s CEO,…
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. The research, published in The Lancet, underscores…
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. Lahore, Pakistan’s second-largest city with a population…
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 detect potential undiagnosed heart conditions. Clarissa passed…
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 SDR 5,320 million (approximately US$7 billion). As…
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 19th country globally to eliminate trachoma as…
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, has emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to…
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 of climate change in the spread of…