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Associated Press Of Pakistan DHO intensifies disease surveillance The District Health Office Islamabad has intensified field surveillance to ensure the timely detection of communicable diseases and prevent their spread, alongside health awareness activities in schools to protect children from preventable illnesses. This post DHO intensifies disease surveillance first appeared on…

Associated Press Of Pakistan Pharma industry backs health ministry’s performance The pharmaceutical industry has expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination during a meeting between Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited Chief Executive Officer and Country Head Syed Anees Ahmed and Federal Minister for…

Associated Press Of Pakistan 2D barcodes mandatory on medicines to curb counterfeiting Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal has announced mandatory 2D barcodes on medicines manufactured after October 9 to help citizens verify drug authenticity, prices and expiry dates through a mobile application and curb the circulation of counterfeit…

Associated Press Of Pakistan IHRA assesses Life Care Int’l Hospital for licensing ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):The Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) has conducted a licensing assessment of Life Care International Hospital to evaluate its compliance with prescribed healthcare standards and requirements for patient safety and quality of care. During the…

Federal Minister for National Health Services Mustafa Kamal has reviewed preparations for the inauguration of Margalla Hospital in Islamabad, which will operate under a philanthropic partnership with Indus Hospital and Health Network, reported 24NewsHD TV on Saturday.

Associated Press Of Pakistan Lady Reading Hospital Peshawar declared senior citizen-friendly PESHAWAR, Oct 17 (APP):In a significant move towards protecting the healthcare rights of older people, Lady Reading Hospital (LRH), one of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s largest public hospitals, has been declared senior citizen-friendly with the inauguration of a dedicated facilitation desk.…

Associated Press Of Pakistan DC inspects hospital, reviews medical facilities LAHORE, Oct 17 (APP):Deputy Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali Ejaz visited Kot Khwaja Saeed Hospital and inspected medical facilities, cleanliness arrangements and fire safety measures, here on Saturday. He directed the administration to ensure uninterrupted provision of medicines and quality healthcare…

Associated Press Of Pakistan HSA, Cochrane Pakistan hold research workshop The Health Services Academy (HSA), in collaboration with Cochrane Pakistan and the Research Cell of Dental College HITEC IMS, has organized a one-day workshop to strengthen research skills in systematic reviews, meta-analysis and evidence-based healthcare. This post HSA, Cochrane Pakistan…

Associated Press Of Pakistan NIH, Sehat Sahulat Programme discuss public health cooperation The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Sehat Sahulat Programme have discussed strengthening institutional collaboration in disease surveillance, antimicrobial resistance and infection prevention to improve public health systems across Pakistan. This post NIH, Sehat Sahulat Programme discuss…

A woman was killed and seven others injured in a collision between a car and a passenger van on Yousafwala-Nowshera Road in Sahiwal, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Friday.

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has imposed a fine of Rs 20 million on Fatima Jinnah Medical University (FJMU) in connection with the death of student Fariha Ibrahim in a university hostel in Lahore in February 2026, 24NewsHD TV reported on Friday.

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Associated Press Of Pakistan WaterAid Pakistan holds awareness session to mark Global Handwashing Day 2026 WaterAid Pakistan, in collaboration with the Health Services Academy (HSA), Islamabad, has organised an interactive awareness session to mark Global Handwashing Day 2026, highlighting the importance of hand hygiene in preventing infections and ensuring patient…

Crammed with beds and stretchers, the dilapidated Al Jumhuri hospital in Yemen's besieged city of Taiz is running so low on fuel and medicine that it may have to close, officials warn.

Katy Perry has shared a heartfelt message praising Selena Gomez for her work supporting youth mental health. The singer expressed her support after attending Gomez’s fourth annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit in Los Angeles. Perry posted a series of photos from the event on Instagram, highlighting the meaningful evening. She…

Climate change is threatening livelihoods and forcing people from their homes across South Asia, but technology and government action could help limit the damage, the UN migration chief told AFP on Friday.

Associated Press Of Pakistan Breast cancer session stresses early detection Maroof International Hospital, in collaboration with Transworld, organized a breast cancer awareness session to highlight the importance of early detection, encourage women to prioritize their health and emphasize the role of emotional support throughout the cancer journey. This post Breast…

Saudi Arabia successfully separated Fijian conjoined twins after 12-hour surgery

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West Nile virus rises in Europe, with 141 dead in 2026

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco celebrated their first wedding anniversary with a quiet, cosy evening at home. The couple skipped lavish parties and expensive trips to enjoy their special day together. Instead, they ate cake, wore pyjamas and watched videos from their wedding. Their simple celebration offered a glimpse into…

Belgium's Flanders region on Thursday confirmed the deaths of two people from the West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne infection currently sweeping across Europe.

A local court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for 27 doctors and administrative officers of Hyderabad Civil Hospital in a case concerning the death of a 17-year-old dengue patient last year, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday.

Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has announced that local and multinational pharmaceutical companies must include 2D barcodes and serial numbers on all medicines manufactured from October 10 to help eliminate counterfeit drugs, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday.