Health

Air pollution is the new tobacco. Time to tackle this epidemic as stated by Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus head of World Health Organization. Dr Tedros Adhanom has warned saying: "Simple act of breathing is killing 7 million people a year and harming billions more, but ‘a smog of complacency pervades...

The phrase ‘Going Pink’ has recently gone from a fashion expression to something entirely different. This month has been all about various shades of pink in the air with many people celebrating strength, survival, and advocacy. ‘Pinktober’ is all about bringing about awareness in a unique way so that you...

Pink Ribbon Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) organized a Breast Cancer Awareness drive under The Pink Club, whereby an exclusive session for all female staff and female family members of male staff was held. The session featured the real-life story of a Breast Cancer survivor, Mrs. Khanum Mumtaz Mirza, who...

Apple smartwatch is evolving from a simple gadget into a medical device for a better and healthy living. Apple at its September hardware event unveiled its next-generation smartwatch – Apple Watch Series 4. With a better and larger display, it has come with a built-in electrical heart sensor enabling it...

LAHORE -  Ministry of Health, Punjab has launched Toll Free number to report and register complaints about Health facilities across punjab. Health Minister Prof. Yasmeen Rashid took the charge recently and started toll free service for the public regarding Hospitals negligences. The Toll free number 0800-99000 is accessible from PTCL...

A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder, defined by a persistent and excessive fear of an object or situation. These are the top 100 phobias people hold, with the most common ones listed from the top. Arachnophobia Top 100 Phobias people hold Arachnophobia – The fear of spiders affects women...

Researchers from the University in British Columbia in Canada, say they've discovered an enzyme found in the human gut that could covert other blood types in type O - potentially putting an end to the massive blood shortage. Scientists claim they may have identified gut bacteria that could convert blood...

DUBAI: UAE-based MBF Group has announced to establish an integrated medical city that will also feature a first-ever medical mall of the country in Islamabad. The agreement of MBF with Ibchez Housing and Nixon, according to the report, will include the construction of a hospital that will provide medical services...

Pan Gutka Litter Where Karachi streets are red with the blood of innocents people , the streets are also red with Pan and Gutka litter. While walking on the street or crossing the road just as you are not aware when a bullet might hit you, similarly out of no...

The number of drug users in schools is alarming, so we have updated the list of all the reputable rehabilitation centers in Islamabad and Rawalpindi to assist and treat the affected patients. It may seem unbelievable, but instructors or other peers often supply drugs to addicts. Rehabilitation Centers In Islamabad...

NEW YORK: Men with heart disease, diabetes or a history of stroke are more likely to die prematurely when they have a stressful job even when they’re relatively healthy, a large European study suggests. Doctors have long advised patients with heart disease and diabetes to try to reduce major sources...

When one learns through practical experiences, then the knowledge gained from it is retained for a lifetime.  Practical knowledge has its own set of advantages. When one captures the first-hand experience, then knowledge stays for a longer time than the lectures or classrooms teachings. When one learns biology, dissection remains...