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…
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Pakistan Among Top Four Countries Responsible for Half of Global Maternal Deaths
Pakistan’s Alarming Maternal Mortality Rate Puts It Among Global Top Four In a deeply concerning global health development, Pakistan has been listed among the four countries alongside Nigeria, India, and the Democratic…
Health Minister Orders Strict Action Against Medicine Theft Gang
In response to increasing concerns over stolen medicines, the Health Minister has ordered strict action against a gang involved in the illegal trade of pharmaceutical drugs. Authorities have been directed to dismantle…
Saudi Arabia Makes Meningitis Vaccine Mandatory for Hajj 2025 Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has announced that all Hajj 2025 pilgrims must receive the meningitis vaccine as part of enhanced health and safety measures. This decision aims to prevent potential disease outbreaks during one…
The Rising Trend of Combining Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs for Better Heart Health
With cardiovascular disease remaining a leading cause of death worldwide, many patients are now turning to combination therapies to lower cholesterol more effectively. Experts suggest that using multiple cholesterol-lowering medications can enhance…
The Prevalence and Risks of Uncertified Midwives in Karachi and Interior Sindh
In many developing regions, including Pakistan, traditional birth attendants—often referred to as midwives—play a crucial role in maternal and neonatal care. However, a concerning trend in Karachi and interior Sindh is the…
Fake Medicines in Pakistan: Seven Pharmaceutical Companies’ Drugs Declared Spurious
The Drug Testing Laboratory (DTL) has declared medicines from seven pharmaceutical companies as spurious, raising serious concerns about public health and drug safety. These counterfeit drugs were found to contain toxic and…
FDA Approves First New Painkiller in 25 Years: A Game-Changer for Pain Management
Pain relief medications play a crucial role in treating severe conditions, yet new drugs in this category are rare. However, after 25 years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved…
PM Shehbaz Inaugurates Nationwide Polio Drive, Vows to End Disease in Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif officially launched Pakistan’s first polio eradication campaign of 2025 on Sunday by administering polio drops to children under five. The week-long nationwide initiative, running from February 3 to…
The Surprising Health Benefits of Tears: More Than Just Emotional Release
Crying is often viewed as a natural response to emotional stress or joy, but tears offer more than just an emotional release. Recent research has unveiled several health benefits of crying that…