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Pakistan’s cataract burden continues to rise despite an expansion in treatment facilities, driven by the fast-growing diabetes epidemic, an ageing population, malnutrition, ultraviolet exposure and late diagnosis. Prof Dr Sabihuddin…
More than 2 in 3 employees living with diabetes in Pakistan reported negative treatment in the workplace because of their condition, according to a new study conducted by the International…
tapmad, Pakistan’s leading OTT streaming platform, continues its regional growth momentum by expanding into South Asia through a strategic partnership with Robi Axiata Limited, one of Bangladesh’s top telecommunications operators.…
The 6th International Conference on Lifestyle Medicine (ICLM 2025) commenced at the Highland Country Club & Resort, Islamabad, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey toward a preventive, compassionate, and…
Health Asia 2025, one of Pakistan’s largest international health and medical exhibitions and conferences, served as a vibrant platform for healthcare professionals, institutions, and organizations to exchange knowledge and expertise.…
A crucial community session was recently held to educate young students about the vital importance of early detection, self-examination, and awareness regarding breast cancer. This serious condition affects thousands of…
BF Biosciences Limited, Pakistan’s pioneering biopharmaceutical manufacturer, has announced the successful launch of its latest innovation, Zeptide® (Tirzepatide) — an advanced treatment for Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity, now available…
Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), in collaboration with Patients’ Aid Foundation (PAF), participated in the second edition of Bike-A-Cause 2025, a community-driven cycling event aimed at supporting women battling breast cancer.…
Due to consistent and coordinated efforts by public and private stakeholders, including Al-Shifa Trust (AST), the prevalence of blindness in Pakistan has decreased significantly, from 1.78 percent in 1990 to…
To mark World Sight Day 2025, Sightsavers, in collaboration with COAVS and the Government of Punjab, has launched the Pakistan Inclusive Eye Health (PIEH) Project in District Sargodha. The initiative…
As part of its ongoing commitment to community welfare, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee of the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) organized a free medical camp at the Government…
Zong, Pakistan’s leading digital technology innovation company, has partnered with Alkhidmat Foundation to donate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to their healthcare institutions in Lahore and Islamabad. The initiative reflects Zong’s…
Chairman of the Hyderabad SITE Association of Trade and Industry, Zubair Ganghra, has issued an urgent statement expressing deep concern over the alarming rise in dengue and other life-threatening diseases…
Pakistan's first Thyroid Eye Disease clinic has opened at Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi, offering integrated care for a condition that affects millions but remains widely misdiagnosed. The facility…
Pakistan faces a significant health crisis, with over 100 million adults classified as overweight or obese, prompting warnings from health experts at a recent event in Karachi. They emphasized that…
Since its inception in 2009, the Lighthouse, the Low Vision Rehabilitation Department at Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, has become a beacon of support for people struggling with impaired vision that…
Hereditary and congenital disorders account for an estimated 40 to 60 percent of childhood blindness cases in Pakistan, according to new findings from Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital. Experts warn that…
A recent study published in The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia emphasises the urgent need for a unified national cancer registry in Pakistan to enhance cancer surveillance and policymaking.…
The Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU-EB) has successfully completed a capacity building project for the Balochistan Assessment and Examination Commission (BAEC) under the Balochistan Human Capital Investment Project, funded…
For the first time in Mirpurkhas Division, three healthcare centers have been granted permanent licenses in recognition of their high-quality healthcare services. With support from the Indus Health Network, the…
Al-Shifa Trust (AST) has expressed profound concern over the escalating threat of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) in Pakistan, attributing the rise to the country’s alarming diabetes prevalence. With an increasing number…
Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal has stated that fundamental flaws plague Pakistan’s healthcare system, and the solution lies not just in building hospitals, but in improving the entire…
Topline Securities organised the Pakistan Mid Cap Conference 2025. The day 2 conference began with a session on Searle Company (SEARL), where the key speaker was Mr. Mobeen Alam, Group…
Hemani, a trusted name in natural health, launches its new premium herbal wellness line, Dr. Herbalist by Hemani, featuring cricket legend Wasim Akram. This campaign marks a milestone in promoting…
DP World has today launched a new grassroots golf initiative that will make the game more accessible to hundreds of young players worldwide. Building on the success of the Second…
