A newly identified virus, the Wetland Virus (WELV), has emerged in China, raising concerns as it can infect humans through tick bites and potentially lead […]
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Countries Pledge mpox vaccine donations to combat africa’s outbreak.
In response to the World Health Organization’s declaration of mpox as a global public health emergency, several countries have pledged to donate vaccines to African […]
Loud DJ music linked to brain haemorrhage in unusual case, medical experts reveal.
A 40-year-old man from Balrampur district, Surguja division, suffered a brain haemorrhage, which doctors believe was triggered by exposure to loud DJ music. The case, […]
Dengue Surveillance Efforts in Lahore Intensify Amid Rising Larvae Cases
Lahore’s dengue surveillance and control efforts have significantly ramped up in response to the increasing threat posed by dengue-carrying mosquitoes. With 2,131 places identified for dengue larvae
New virus discovered in china wetland virus (WELV) transmitted by ticks.
After the coronavirus pandemic, a new virus called Wetland Virus (WELV) has been discovered in China, which can infect humans through tick bites. In some […]
Uncertainty Surrounds Afghanistan’s Anti-Polio Campaign Suspension Amidst Policy Changes
The international community, including the WHO, is closely watching the situation and remains hopeful that a solution can be found to resume the campaign and address the rising number of polio cases
Dengue Cases on the Rise in Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Bahawalpur Amidst Growing Health Concerns
As the health department continues its anti-dengue drives, the focus will remain on spreading awareness, implementing fumigation campaigns, and ensuring that local hospitals are adequately prepared to handle
Health Card Scheme Faces Challenges in Islamabad: Thousands Deprived of Free Medical Coverage
The health card suspension in Islamabad represents a significant lapse in healthcare delivery, with thousands of families bearing the brunt of this disruption. While the scheme was initially
Air Pollution and Lung Cancer: New Research Highlights the Dangers of Vehicle and Wood Smoke
The research presented at the IASLC underscores the growing threat of air pollution as a risk factor for lung cancer, particularly among non-smokers and young women. By taking steps to reduc