Health

People who rely on food pantries for their meals may not receive enough diet, study suggests

Technique could lead to new treatments for a range of diseases associated with the ageing process

The team is working on developing similar capsules to deliver drugs against other tropical diseases

More than half the world's adults with high blood pressure in 2015 lived in Asia

Research finds regular consumption of sugary beverages causes prediabetes

So the next time you hit the snooze button, think about the way it can mess up your day

Global Nutrition Report, 2016, launched, followed by discussion on country’s nutrition crisis

Court orders health dept to reform services in the province immediately

The study focuses on the link between phone screen time and quality of sleep

Patient went in to have stones removed, but left without the affected organ

The research focuses on the link between cheese and blood pressure

People and zebrafish share many genes, and human CTGF protein is nearly 90 percent similar

Taking the number of fatalities in the past few weeks to 27

Here are just a few science-backed benefits of listening to your favorite songs

The man had recently started taking four to five daily servings of "a common energy drink"

Pakistan delegation to visit Turkey to replicate health system  

In January 2016, at least 19 people died of flu

Around 150,000 people will be registered under the programme

A report by the health department found that there are thousands of feigning doctors — or quacks — amongst us

“Islam also teaches us to maintain balance and without it social society could not become strong and intact”

EDO says a special unit ‘Basic Health Plus’ is being introduced

Unicef wanted children to become healthy and useful citizens

Speakers suggest measures to avoid medical conditions after menopause

Around 18 medical centres are already operating under the aegis of PAEC in all provinces: PAEC Chairman

It was discussed people from low-income background face hurdles

Pilot project on hygiene and sanitation practices yields encouraging results

Here are seven ways your behaviour may be sabotaging your stress levels

Last year 10.4 million people were infected with TB, up from the estimate of 9.6 million a year earlier

20 to 25 patients that were being brought in at allied hospitals daily

Disease has an alarming prevalence in Pakistan  

The day was celebrated by Nestlé Pakistan to mark educating more than 100,000 children about nutrition

Policeman killed, eight injured in Peshawar, Bajaur

Furthermore, 222 confirmed dengue patients are currently under treatment at the three public hospitals of Rawalpindi

Up to Rs700,000 will be given to doctors, dentists, medical practitioners

From taking a nap to stretching before exercise, we dispel some popular myths

Philip Morris made 850 billion cigarettes last year – now it is planning for a smoke-free future

Health adviser urges medical superintendents to improve facilities

Personal trainer, Jack Silvanus of Sukh Chan in Lahore takes us through his day

Note high prevalence of allergic rhinitis among Pakistanis

Two other labourers hospitalised in critical condition

Garlic-based pharmaceutical products have become popular in recent years

Study links the heart attack and rehabilitation programs to healthy life of survivors

Head of committee says criminal law bill needs to be passed as quickly as possible.

Launches national health card scheme; says govt striving for people’s welfare

A separate feeder of electricity has been installed for the on-time completion of the project

Ailments thrive among people living near Satto Katla nullah

'The stigma around mental illness is a mark of shame'

Nawaz Sharif says National Health Programme is gradually being expanded across Pakistan

World Health Organisation reports 350 million people worldwide are afflicted with depression

Desai has faced conspiracy and corruption allegations since he was first selected in 2009 as future president of WMA