In response to the escalating demand for mental health services, researchers at Dartmouth College are investigating the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver reliable psychotherapy. Their work seeks to distinguish itself…
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Enforces Smart Lockdown in Jamrud to Curb Mpox Spread
In a decisive move to contain the spread of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has implemented a 12-day smart lockdown in the Mohalla Pump House area of…
Kerala Child Dies of Rabies Despite Vaccination, Sparking Public Health Concerns
In a tragic incident that has raised serious public health concerns, a seven-year-old girl from Kunnikode in Kollam district, Kerala, died of rabies despite receiving the anti-rabies vaccine. The child, Niya Faisal,…
Karachi Faces Surge in Bird Fancier’s Lung Cases Linked to Pigeon Exposure
Karachi is experiencing a notable increase in cases of Bird Fancier’s Lung (BFL), a form of hypersensitivity pneumonitis caused by inhaling airborne particles from pigeons. Recent reports indicate that weekly cases have…
70% of Middle-Aged Pakistanis Experience Hair Loss: Experts Highlight Alarming Trend
Medical professionals in Pakistan have raised concerns over a significant rise in hair loss cases, revealing that approximately 70% of individuals up to middle age are experiencing baldness. This trend is not…
Pakistan Launches Emergency Plan to Address Pharmaceutical Shortages Amid India Trade Suspension
In the wake of the recent suspension of trade ties with India, Pakistani health authorities have activated an emergency preparedness plan to mitigate potential pharmaceutical shortages. The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan…
Global Aid Cuts Threaten Child Vaccination Efforts, Matching Pandemic Disruptions
Recent reports indicate that reductions in global aid funding are severely impacting child vaccination programs, with disruptions comparable to those experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. UN agencies, including UNICEF and the World…
Intensive Blood Pressure Management Reduces Dementia Risk by 15%, Study Finds
A groundbreaking study has demonstrated that intensive management of high blood pressure can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia. Published in Nature Medicine, the research involved nearly 34,000 adults aged 40…
Investing in Maternal Care: Health Officials Highlight Urgent Need for Better Nutrition
Investing in Maternal Care: A National Call for Better Nutrition in Pakistan Islamabad, April 2025 – Pakistani health officials have emphasized the critical importance of investing in maternal nutrition and care, citing…
Pakistan’s Pharmaceutical Exports Surge by 52% Following Industry Deregulation
Pakistan’s pharmaceutical sector has experienced a significant boost, with exports increasing by 52% year-on-year. This growth is attributed to the government’s decision to deregulate the pharmaceutical industry, as reported by the Pakistan…