A Turkish Airlines pilot died after collapsing mid-flight, leading to an emergency landing in New York, the airline announced on Wednesday. The flight had departed from Seattle on Tuesday evening, as confirmed by airline spokesperson Yahya Ustun on X, formerly…
WORLD Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, serves as an important reminder to focus on a frequently overlooked aspect of well-being. The theme for 2024, ‘Mental Health at Work,’ emphasizes the urgent need to prioritize mental health in…
The world is facing a rising epidemic of shortsightedness, with unclear future outcomes. If trends from the past 30 years continue, over 740 million children and adolescents could struggle to see distant objects by 2050, according to new estimates. These…
A patient in Rawalpindi, who was initially thought to have contracted the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus (MERS-CoV), was ultimately diagnosed with a viral infection instead, as confirmed by Dr. Tahir Rizvi, Medical Superintendent of Benazir Bhutto Hospital (BBH). The patient,…
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued an urgent advisory regarding dengue in light of current seasonal trends, calling on health organizations to heighten awareness and take preventive action against the disease. The advisory emphasized that the dengue virus…
There are numerous health claims associated with the consumption of apple cider vinegar (ACV) shots, but most lack substantial evidence. Some studies suggest that ACV might aid in regulating blood sugar and increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, often referred to…
KARACHI:BF Biosciences has successfully raised Rs1.93 billion by offering 25 million shares at Rs77 each through a two-day Dutch auction, which concluded on Thursday at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The capital will be used to acquire export certificates to…
The heart, roughly the size of a fist, drives blood throughout the circulatory system. Although heart disease—including heart attacks, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol—is often perceived as a “man’s issue,” it affects women equally, albeit with different symptoms. This…
JAC threatens protest at Dow University if probe is not initiated within two days KARACHI: Allegations of a paper leak in the recent Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) in Sindh continue to stir controversy. A joint action committee…
For centuries, date seeds have been utilized as a natural remedy, particularly for kidney issues and gallstones. Packed with essential amino acids and oxalic acid, date seeds are also high in fiber, making them a great aid for digestion. Beyond…
