ISLAMABAD: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has banned eight batches of counterfeit and substandard medicines used for diabetes and life-saving treatments, citing concerns over their quality, effectiveness, and potential risks to patient health, according to ARY News. Reports…
Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer globally, and its incidence has been rising rapidly. However, the key to preventing it lies within your control: by making careful dietary choices. This conclusion was drawn from two recent studies by…
Health concerns have increased in Karachi as dry weather has led to a rise in throat and chest conditions such as dry cough, fever, and throat irritation. Medical experts have warned that children and the elderly, due to their weaker…
A recent study from the University of California has introduced an innovative genomic test that can diagnose nearly any infection. This cutting-edge test utilizes advanced DNA sequencing technology to detect the genetic material of infectious agents, providing a rapid and…
Lahore has once again become the world’s most polluted city, with the air quality index (AQI) reaching hazardous levels on Thursday, a significant drop after a brief period of improvement. The temporary improvement in the city’s air quality was attributed…
The oral medication Attruby has been approved by the U.S. FDA to treat adults with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a condition where faulty transthyretin proteins accumulate in the heart, leading to potential organ failure. BridgeBio, the drug’s manufacturer, has set…
In a recent notification issued by DG Environment Dr. Imran Hamid Sheikh, the Punjab government has lifted certain smog-related restrictions, allowing construction activities to resume in Lahore and three other districts. Brick kilns using zigzag technology are now permitted to…
Researchers from the US government have uncovered alarming new evidence linking the asthma drug Singulair (montelukast) to serious mental health issues, including depression and suicidal thoughts. The findings, shared at the American College of Toxicology meeting in Austin, Texas, suggest…
SARAI ALAMGIR: In a tragic incident, a patient died in an ambulance after being denied entry at the Jhelum Bridge, ARY News reports. The patient was being rushed to the DHQ Hospital in Jhelum for emergency care. According to footage…
According to a spokesperson from the healthcare department, the Punjab government is offering a free air ambulance service for underprivileged patients, covering all associated costs. The service uses three small aircraft and two helicopters, with operational costs amounting to $540…
