A 5-month-old baby girl arriving from Qatar on a flight at Peshawar Airport has tested positive for monkeypox, marking the second case reported in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa this year. According to Health Advisor Ihtisham Ali, the Department of Health identified the…
Did you know that if your teenage son or daughter spends more time on social media, it could lead to the development of eating disorders? A recent study has suggested a connection between social media usage and the risk of…
Tears not only serve as an emotional response but also play a significant role in maintaining eye health and overall well-being. Here are some surprising health benefits of tears:
In Sindh, including Karachi, public hospitals do not provide bone marrow transplants for patients suffering from thalassemia and blood cancer (aplastic anemia). According to Express Tribune, these life-saving treatments are almost impossible for poor patients as private hospitals like NICHD…
The next time you check your blood pressure at a supermarket or a crowded place, don’t worry about the noise affecting the reading, as it doesn’t. A recent study found very minimal differences in blood pressure measurements taken in private…
Going to bed early is a healthy habit that everyone should adopt for better overall health, a strong immune system, and mental well-being. Early sleep allows the body to rest and wake up refreshed. It has several benefits for the…
A new study has revealed that camel milk could be a better alternative to traditional cow’s milk due to its antimicrobial and anti-allergenic properties. Researchers from Edith Cowan University in Australia have found that camel milk naturally contains active short…
Having a healthy breakfast is crucial for heart health. Researchers examined the average energy intake from breakfast and compared it to a person’s daily intake of protein, fat, fiber, and other nutrients. They concluded that individuals who consume a balanced…
A while ago, the 90-30-50 diet trend went viral on TikTok, offering tips on weight loss. Following that, TikTok introduced the 12-3-30 treadmill challenge, which has also become extremely popular. Although this trend initially gained momentum in 2020, it remains…
What happens if you eat a high-fat diet consisting only of beef, cheese, and butter? The fat starts to ooze from the skin. A concerning case was recently reported at a hospital in Florida, where a 40-year-old man noticed yellowish…
Researchers from University College London have revealed that people living near airports are at an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes due to the noise from aircraft. The study analyzed cardiac imaging data of 3,635 individuals living near four…
A recent survey reveals that Pakistan has a higher annual death rate due to tobacco use in 2024, surpassing both the South Asian and global averages, highlighting a major public health challenge posed by smoking. According to the Gallup survey…
Losing weight is a process through which you can improve your health. However, it may pose a challenge at the start, and if approached correctly, it can bring numerous benefits. But it’s also important to be aware of the drawbacks…
The first case of monkeypox this year has been reported from Peshawar. Border Health Services staff at Peshawar Airport identified a suspected case during screening. According to the Ministry of Health spokesperson, the test result for the suspected case came…
The research, published in the journal PLOS One, found that middle-aged individuals who had divorced parents during childhood or adolescence have a 61% higher risk of stroke. Researchers noted that this risk level is comparable to factors like diabetes and…
Type 3 diabetes is an ambiguous term sometimes used to describe a proposed link between Alzheimer’s disease in the brain and insulin resistance. Although it is not an officially recognized medical diagnosis like Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, this…
