Health

  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Institute of Health (NIH) has warned about a possible surge in respiratory illnesses across Pakistan due to smog-related conditions. The NIH issued an advisory regarding precautions against smog and air pollution, cautioning that cold weather combined with polluted air can pose serious health risks. Smog can persist until February

  KARACHI (Kashmir English): Sindh province logged 819 new dengue cases in the past 24 hours, according to the provincial health department. Karachi reported 522 confirmed cases, while Hyderabad reported 297 such cases during the past 24 hours. Dengue screening A total of 4,562 dengue tests were conducted across public and private laboratories during the

  MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): A significant pilot project for the elimination of Hepatitis C virus was inaugurated in Muzaffarabad, through the mutual collaboration of the Health Department of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, ‘Help in Need’ Organization, and the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. High-ranking government and medical officials, health experts, civil society, and media

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Institute of Health (NIH) has warned that smog is likely to spread respiratory diseases, urging the health departments, authorities, and experts across the country to take necessary measures regarding smog. This warning aims to inform citizens about weather conditions, air pollution, and the risks associated with it so that people

  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Medical experts have raised fresh concerns over a common habit many people consider harmless: cleaning earwax with earbuds or cotton. Doctors warn that improper cleaning can damage the delicate eardrum adding this practice is leading to a surge in infections and hearing issues. The warning comes amid more patients reporting avoidable

  NEW YORK (Kashmir English): A new study suggests that middle-aged and elderly individuals can enjoy a healthier old age — and even save money — by quitting sleeping pills. The study was published in The Lancet Regional Health — Americas which found that stopping use of sleeping pills could reduce the risk of falls

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Islamabad has created history with the first-ever successful robotic surgery performed in the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, PIMS. This groundbreaking procedure represents a technological leap for Pakistan’s healthcare system and can improve precision and safety during complex surgeries. Hospital officials said the advanced “To My Surgical Robot” system was used during

  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): As winter is approaching fast, many people may experience dry skin problem. To understand why human skin becomes dry, rough and hard in winter, it’s central to know how the skin is built. It has three main layers – the innermost layer contains fat, which helps store energy; above it lies