Thalassaemia screening centre established at KU
Source: Pak Tribune
Karāchi :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-09 01:21:23 -0700 | health-news
In a ceremony to mark World Thalassaemia Day, Vice Chancellor University of Karachi (KU) Dr Muhammad Qaiser inaugurated Thalassaemia Screening Centre at the varsity and announced his resolve to transform KU into a Thalassaemia-free educational institute.
Thalassemia ordinance to prevent spread of dangerous disease
Source: DAWN
Karāchi :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-08 08:24:39 -0700 | health-news
Governor Sindh Dr Ishratul Ibad Khan Wednesday promulgated the Sindh Prevention and Control of Thalassemia Ordinance, 2013 at a ceremony held at the Governor House in Karachi on International Thalassemia Day. This was stated by Mehmood Yusuf Mandviwalla, Minister of...
Severe morning sickness 'may be marker of preterm births'
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-07 02:19:18 -0700 | health-news
Morning sickness might be an indicator of more serious later-pregnancy complications, including preterm delivery, in some women, researchers say. In the study, women who reported nausea and vomiting in pregnancy that interfered with their ability to live normally were 23...
Beef up muscles, cut diabetes risk
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-06 01:39:41 -0700 | health-news
The more your muscle mass, the lesser is your risk of developing diabetes, a new study led by an Indian-origin researcher has shown. Instead, this research suggests a role for maintaining fitness and building muscle. This is a welcome message...
First polio case in Pakistan's Waziristan since Taliban ban
Source: Kuwait News Top Stories
Wazīrābād :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-05 23:58:43 -0700 | health-news
May 6, 2013 (AFP) -A child has contracted polio for the first time in Pakistan's militant-infested tribal belt since the Taliban banned vaccinations a year ago, a UN official said Monday. "The new case has been detected in North Waziristan...
Media should contribute to aware the people about thelesemia, chief justice Peshawar high court
Posted by: musarrat ullah jan
Peshawar :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-24 01:52:14 -0700 | health-news
Peshawar , chief justice Peshawar high court urged the media to contribute to inform the people about the deadly disease thelesemia , he was addressing in thelesemia program , that arrange frontier transfusion in Peshawar high court. Patient their parents...
Doctors Say Vital Organs of Sarabjit Singh Were Not Present in His Body Read more: Doctors Say ...
Posted by: Ayeshanoor
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-24 07:22:03 -0700 | health-news
Doctors, who conducted an autopsy on Sarabjit Singh have said that the vital organs were not present in his body. Guramjeet Rai, a doctor, said that he did not find Sarabjit's stomach, heart, kidneys and gall bladder. "Stomach was not...
Progressive coronary artery calcium buildup ups risk of heart attack
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-03 23:39:14 -0700 | health-news
A growing buildup of coronary artery calcium puts patients at increased risk of heart attack and death from heart disease, according to a new study. The study found that patients with increasing accumulations of coronary artery calcium were more than...
Minister unaware of secretary's transfer
Source: DAWN
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-03 19:50:53 -0700 | health-news
Caretaker federal minister for national regulations and services Shahzada Jamal Nazar on Friday expressed concerns over the transfer of his ministry's secretary without his knowledge and consent'. The establishment division transferred Imtiaz Inayat Elahi and posted Farooq Awn, a grad-21...
Cutting development... By Meekal
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-03 03:50:02 -0700 | health-news
Having served the IMF for over a decade, I can vouch for the fact that the IMF never asked that we, or any other country, do so. It will ask for cuts or restraint in non-interest current spending, not development....
Police pledge to protect vaccinators
Source: DAWN
Karāchi :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-24 02:15:27 -0700 | health-news
As risks associated with polio immunisation increase, so does challenges for police and administration who say they have made foolproof' arrangements to give security to thousands of unarmed vaccinators during polio drives despite the fact their resources and manpower are...
Fruits, Veggies Cut Breast Cancer Risk
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-02 12:13:39 -0700 | health-news
A diet rich in fruits and veggies can help protect against breast cancer. A study by Oregon Health and Science University researchers found women who eat at least four servings of fruits and vegetables have a 50 percent lower risk...
Pregnancy After Age 50 Poses Fetal Risks
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-02 12:13:32 -0700 | health-news
Childbearing beyond maternal age 50 is associated with significantly increased risks for the fetus, suggest results of a study published in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology. Women in the 50+ age range who are thinking of becoming pregnant should receive...
Skin Care for winter
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-24 02:24:53 -0700 | health-news
Cold temperatures, combined with low humidity and indoor heating, can cause your skin to become dry, cracked and itchy. But a winter-specific daily skin care regimen can help you stay comfortable in your own skin. "When the relative humidity inside...
Retain your muscle strength in old age
Source: Pak Tribune
Islamabad :: Pakistan | updated 2013-05-01 13:19:08 -0700 | health-news
Not only can adults fight the battle of strength and muscle loss that comes with age but the golden years can be a time to get stronger. "Resistance exercise is a great way to increase lean muscle tissue and strength...
Cartoons of The Day
Contributors
Build Your Allvoices Brand. Gain Influence. Make Money.
News From Hot Locations
