ISLAMABAD: Nutrition International’s evaluation shows that Benazir Income Support Program’s pilot adolescent nutrition conditional cash transfer initiative can reduce anaemia for adolescents in Pakistan The pilot project reached over 100,000 adolescent girls with weekly iron and folic acid supplementation while…
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s first Thyroid Eye Disease clinic has opened at Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi, offering integrated care for a condition that affects millions but remains widely misdiagnosed. The facility marks a turning point in treating conditions linked to…
ISLAMABAD, Aug 28: Minister of State for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath, has lauded the contribution of Integral Global in supporting Pakistan’s public health priorities and assured the government’s continued partnership with the organization…
Staff Reporter ISLAMABAD The Junaid Family Foundation has signed a landmark Letter of Cooperation (LoC) with the Gates Foundation and UNICEF to strengthen collaboration on the promotion and scale-up of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) for women with a particular focus…
A long-term study conducted in the United States has revealed that flossing can help prevent serious illnesses such as stroke and heart disease. According to a report published in the medical journal Heart, findings presented at an annual conference in…
A unique study has revealed that the regular consumption of ultra-processed foods increases the risk of obesity in children. The term ultra-processed foods was introduced 15 years ago and includes various food products made from industrial processing, such as pre-packaged…
A unique study conducted by European researchers has revealed that an unhealthy diet is causing premature aging even in young individuals, along with increasing the risk of various diseases. According to research published in a medical journal, consuming fried foods,…
A recent study has revealed that consuming eggs can improve heart health in elderly individuals and may even reduce the risk of premature death. According to a study published in the Medical Press Journal, eggs have positive effects on the…
In a groundbreaking study, scientists have discovered a “switch” that can restore cancerous cells back to their healthy state. Researchers from South Korea activated cells at the molecular level and successfully reverted cancer-affected cells to a healthy condition. Dr. Tiffany…
When managing your blood sugar levels, what you drink is just as important as what you eat. Different beverages affect blood sugar in different ways. Some drinks have an immediate impact, while others work more gradually or moderately. For example,…
New data reveals that prescriptions for Ozempic, a drug used for diabetes management and weight loss, are being issued in greater numbers than ever before. Ozempic helps the body produce more insulin, reduces sugar levels, and slows down digestion. Early…
Experts state that 85% of foot amputations caused by diabetes can be prevented. Dr. Ashu Rastogi, an associate professor in the endocrinology department, explained that diabetic foot complications include ulcers and gangrene. He mentioned that over 50% of hospitalized foot…
The flu virus in the US has reached its peak this winter, breaking a 15-year record, according to recent data. The severity of the flu is determined by the number of patients visiting hospitals and clinics due to flu-related symptoms.…
The Trump administration recently removed public health data from government websites, leading to a lawsuit filed against former U.S. President Donald Trump by Doctors for America (DFA). The lawsuit, filed by the Public Citizen Litigation Group on behalf of DFA,…
A new study has warned that Yo-Yo dieting—a term used for repeated cycles of weight loss and regain—can significantly increase the risk of kidney disease in people with type 1 diabetes. Diabetic patients who experience frequent weight fluctuations see a…
A new study reveals that people’s brains are generally at their best when they wake up in the morning. Published in BMJ Mental Health, the research indicates that people tend to experience their lowest mood around midnight, while their mental…
