Dera Ismail Khan DHQ Hospital to Acquire Angiography Machine
In a significant development for healthcare services in Dera Ismail Khan, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has sanctioned the acquisition of an angiography machine for the […]
Tag: Pakistan Health News
Polio Resurgence in Thatta: Pakistan Battles New Case in 2024
In a concerning development, the Sindh district of Thatta has reported a fresh polio case, bringing Pakistan’s total polio cases in 2024 to 73. This […]
Gilead Sciences Settles Patent Dispute with U.S. Government Over HIV Drugs Truvada and Descovy
Gilead Sciences, the biopharmaceutical giant, has successfully settled a high-stakes patent dispute with the U.S. government concerning its HIV prevention drugs, Truvada and Descovy. The […]
Are Sleep Drugs Toxic? Understanding the Risks and Safer Alternatives
Many people turn to sleep drugs to combat insomnia, but recent studies raise concerns about the potential toxicity of these medications. While sleep aids like […]
Midlands Area Hospital Limits Patient Visitation Amid Flu and Respiratory Illness Surge
Due to an increase in flu and respiratory illness cases, Prisma Health in the Midlands area has implemented visitation restrictions in its hospital facilities. The […]
Polio Crisis in KP: A Child Diagnosed with the Crippling Disease
Poliovirus Strikes Again in KP: A Wake-Up Call for Action The poliovirus has claimed another victim in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan, highlighting the persistent challenge […]
Provincial Quota Concerns Halt DRAP Director Appointments
The Balochistan High Court (BHC) has issued a stay order on the appointment of four directors to the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP), following […]
HIV Epidemic Escalates in Pakistan: Over 1,000 New Infections Reported Monthly
Pakistan is currently facing a rapidly escalating HIV epidemic, with alarming statistics revealing over 1,000 new infections each month. In the first nine months of […]
NICVD’s Impact on Heart Disease Treatment in Pakistan in 2024
In 2024, the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) in Pakistan has made significant strides in the treatment of heart diseases, offering care to thousands […]
How Deregulation of Non-Essential Medicines is Fueling Growth in the Pharma Industry
in recent years, the deregulation of non-essential medicines has played a significant role in boosting the pharmaceutical industry. This move has not only streamlined the […]
