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Three more patients die of coronavirus in Karachi
As Sindh's coronavirus count spike to 566, a cluster emerges at a sealed mosque in Hyderabad
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JSMU launches Telemedicine Clinic amid closure of OPDs in Sindh hospitals
Expert Family Medicine consultants will be available on phone from 10am to 2pm
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New infections fall as more patients recover
Dr Zafar Mirza says HEC invites proposals from experts to assist govt in war on virus
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Edhi reopens morgues, burial facilities across country
On Friday, Edhi Foundation had announced closure of all morgues and burial centres amid fears of coronavirus spread
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23 Sukkur pilgrims, 4 Karachiites discharged after ‘tested twice negative of coronavirus’
However, 27 new cases of COVID-19 emerge across Sindh through local transmission, raising provincial tally to 535
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55-year-old man succumbs to coronavirus in G-B, raising region’s death toll to two
Malik Ashdar contracted contagious virus during screening and sampling of pilgrims recently returned from Iran, Iraq
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Second doctor tests positive for coronavirus at Islamabad hospital in three days
Diabetic specialist had shared same hostel room with a physician who diagnosed with contagious disease two days ago
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Five Pakistanis stranded in India return via Wagah border
They had gone across the border for medical treatment and left stranded due to countrywide 21-day lockdown
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K-P issues quarantine and isolation policy to counter misinformation
Health dept document also outlines protocols to de-quarantine and de-isolate suspected cases
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UoS launches telemedicine centre
Information can be obtained through phone, WhatsApp and Skype
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5 foods that boost lung function
These items have been proven to decrease inflammation, open up the airways and protect against pulmonary diseases
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Iran's health system strong, ready for possible escalation in coronavirus cases: Rouhani
As the death toll reaches 2,378 with total confirmed infections at 32,332
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Karachi hospital unveils Tele-Health service to combat misconceptions about coronavirus
Free of charge service is available from 10am to 4pm and doctor can be approached via phone or video link
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Sindh govt announces closure of grocery shops at 5pm from tomorrow
Decision comes after local transmission of novel coronavirus reaches 10% of total positive cases in the province
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Pakistan's COVID-19 crisis: State of (un)readiness
COVID019 cases spike can quickly overwhelm Pakistan's healthcare system
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5 quick and easy beauty hacks to try out at home
Social distancing means you've got nothing but time!
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Indonesia's health system on the brink as coronavirus surge looms
In a sign of poor infection controls in hospitals, eight doctors and one nurse have already died from the virus
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Memon announces 308 testing kits for Hyderabad
Memon asked the Sindh health department to provide at least 700 virtual media kits
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TB affects 500,000 people in Pakistan annually
The country is the fifth-most affected nation by the respiratory disease
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Coronavirus worries take toll on thalassaemia patients
With decline in blood donations, many face being deprived of necessary blood transfusions
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Suspected coronavirus patients ‘being turned away by hospitals in Karachi’
Edhi workers taking patients to public and private hospitals told there are no facilities to admit them
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Study: Is it better to shower in the morning or at night?
Experts say showering at the right time can be very beneficial for a good night's rest
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Tales of survivors: How I became Pakistan's first COVID-19 patient
From being diagnosed to being treated as a pariah and then emerging healthy, Yahya Jaffrey shares his COVID-19 ordeal
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Sindh minister claims drop in coronavirus cases after lockdown
Dr Azra Pechuho says ‘local transmission of virus’ in Karachi is a big challenge
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Being on the frontline against the deadly pandemic: COVID-19
Take care of your health and stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak
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COVID-19: Safe burial procedure
Pakistan's Ministry of National Health Services issues guidelines on burial of COVID-19 victims
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10 healthy habits of people who rarely get sick
Here are 10 ways to help you steer clear of flu, cold and even coronavirus
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Over 150 doctors to serve at telemedicine centre
Citizens’ efforts to curb coronavirus threat termed commendable
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'Drop in blood donations could lead to tragedy'
Dr Saqib Ansari urges people to continue donating blood, even from their homes
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Italy coronavirus deaths jump by almost 800, government shuts most workplaces
Supermarkets, pharmacies will remain open and essential public services including transport will be ensured
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People reluctant to help suspected virus patients
Man lies on ground for half-an-hour but no one goes near him
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Iran's coronavirus deaths rise to 1,566, total infections exceed 20,000: health ministry
President Rouhani expects coronavirus restrictions to ease within three weeks
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Separate the old from young people: Israeli minister's coronavirus advice
Bennett predicts that the pandemic may be over in a month or two, or may take a little longer
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March 21: Sindh decides to go into total lockdown, calls army in aid of civil power
K-P, Punjab, Balochistan also impose partial lockdown as nationwide tally jumps to 646
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Italy virus toll tops 4,000, New York joins California in lockdown
Country reeled from its worst single-day toll with more than 600 deaths, worldwide fatalities swept past 11,000
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South Korea reports 147 new coronavirus cases, concerns of cluster outbreaks continue
Yoon asks the public for continued voluntary efforts at social distancing
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China's imported coronavirus cases jump as students, expats flock home
Officials relax restrictions as locally transmitted cases continue to reduce
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Passengers in a fix after inter-city bus services suspended
With businesses closing, workers from outside the metropolis unable to return home
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Amid the pandemic: Health secretary denies surgical mask shortage
Maintains govt still has 550,000 in storage, has distributed 5,000 each to 11 major hospitals
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Muslims in Indonesia divided over Friday prayers amid coronavirus fears
Mosque caretaker says extra cleaning, more soap was provided
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Shops close across Turkey, dimming hopes of a boom year
Turkey has taken steps to contain the virus by closing cafes, banning mass prayers, halting flights to 20 countries
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#Coronavirus: A list of public figures who have tested positive
From actors, athletes to politicians, here's an updated list
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LIVE: Pakistan cannot afford complete lockdown over coronavirus fears, says PM
Total confirmed cases surpass 475; Sindh has 252, Punjab 96, Balochistan 81, K-P 23, G-B 21, Islamabad 5 and AJK 1
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China reports record new coronavirus cases from abroad
China has intensified measures to guard against infections arriving from abroad as the coronavirus spread worldwide
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Factbox: Latest on the spread of coronavirus around the world
The virus has infected more than 234,000 people across the world and the death toll reaches 10,000
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Coronavirus deaths in Italy overtake China as economic damage mounts
With over 242,000 infections and nearly 10,000 deaths, people compare this period to past events such as World War II
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Efforts afoot to contain coronavirus: Dr Yasmin Rashid
Health department seeks Rs11b fund to contain Covid-19
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‘Passive immunisation’ can save COVID-19 patients: Pakistan’s top hematologist
Dr Tahir Shamsi says Chinese doctors have saved hundreds of lives with the help of this technique since February
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Trump believes old malaria drug may help treat coronavirus
Chloroquine, or hydroxychloroquine, has been used to treat malaria since 1944
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Discrimination? Askari IV decides to ban entry of domestic help over virus fears
Circular says entry of maids, male servants, drivers, gardeners, teachers and workers to be banned till April 5