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Success against polio
Polio cases declined from the 306 recorded in 2014 to 51 in 2015
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‘Around 17% couples suffering from infertility’
Health experts highlight increasing cases of infertility in the country
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Murky situation: Status of city’s female restrooms is in the toilet
Two women toilets at Empress Market have been turned into warehouses
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Here's how much exercise you need to burn off 7 common junk foods
This infographic shows you exactly how much exercise you need to burn off those calories
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7 things that happen to your body when you eat eggs
If you want to up your protein intake, then eating eggs might be the most convenient and the cheapest option
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The thinspiration theory
There may be a more emotional explanation behind eating disorders, other than the desire to be thin
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Fixing health
It is far too early to predict national health insurance programme's success or otherwise — but we wish it good health
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Medical corridor: Pakistan-China medical congress to kick off on Jan 8
Event will provide an opportunity to share research, techniques and treat patients of both countries
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'Un-Islamic' vaping catches fire in Malaysia amid govt backlash
Backing a ban, Malaysian religious leaders this month declared a fatwa on the "un-Islamic" habit
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Khidmat card: Welfare programme kicks-off
Commissioner says initiative will allow physically-challenged to become productive citizens
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‘Where is Ayesha Mumtaz?’
Looking back at the PFA’s performance over 2015
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Maintaining standards: Open inquiry starts against health officials
It has been decided to hold officers accountable for violation of Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority rules
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True health benefits: K-P now with free cancer treatment at its doorstep
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital opens its doors in the city.
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Hold off holiday weight
Keep the flab at bay with these ingenious ways
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World's most obese man dies at 38
Moreno underwent a difficult weight loss surgery in October
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Medical Needs: Polyclinic extension on the cards
The Federal Government Services Hospital was established in 1966 as a polyclinic
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Health boon: Hospital inaugurated in Lower Dir
Education and health are the primary needs of the locals and we are catering to it, commander says
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Combating ailments: Find cure for fatal diseases, SC says to govt
Laments donated vaccines being sold in the market
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Americans aware of Chipotle outbreak eat there less often: poll
Social media sentiment towards the chain have also hit a low
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Fake medicine worth $7 million seized across Asia: Interpol
Interpol said in a statement they had arrested 87 individuals in the course of the crackdown
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Public health: Construction of two blood centres complete: Rafique
Govt plans to set up a telephone helpline to let people contact these centres
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Playing candy games may expose kids to unhealthy foods
It does not matter whether the games are about candy or fruit
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Making headway: SIUT to perform liver transplants on children from next year
Health minister says the transplantation will be performed in collaboration with the Sindh govt
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Sorry state of affairs: ‘2,700 schools, dispensaries in Sindh are non-functional’
According to Hisaar Foundation CEO, there is no staff in these schools and medical facilities
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This ingredient may help slow down ageing!
Study shows a commonly used skin care ingredient can mimic the life-extending effect of a starvation diet
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In private hands, a public hospital triumphs
Survival rate, patients’ intake increases after ChildLife Foundation’s takeover of Sindh’s only children’s...
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Reproductive health rights: ‘Over 70% adolescents unaware of changes during puberty’
They are also vulnerable to social discrimination, early marriages
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Sehat Sahulat programme: K-P to get social health protection
Province helped by German govt for programme inaugurated by CM
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Role of emergency staff lauded at seminar
Experts discuss impact of violence on healthcare professionals at JPMC
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Public ill-health
Diphtheria is a condition primarily of childhood and an effective vaccine has been available since early 20th century
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Healthcare in shambles: Only two vans for HIV/AIDS control in Sindh, Sindh lawmakers told
Health minister reveals during question-answer session on Monday
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Inspect health facilities regularly: Ombudsman
Advisers say complaints are about mismanagement
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Child, mother health: Infant feeding strategy finalised after seven years
All provinces to constitute infant feeding committees for implementation
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Now there's a psychological condition called 'Angelina Jolie syndrome'!
Paying extra attention to the probability of having dangerous diseases in future may make you suffer too
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Gardening for mental health
Growing food, flowers and plants from scratch serves as a great form of therapy for people suffering from depression
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Rafique vows to incorporate survey’s recommendations
Speakers alarmed by high rate of infant mortality
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Health Services: RIC requests govt to increase budget
Some 80,000 deaths from heart diseases could be avoided every year in the country
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Doctors set for first penis transplant in US
The 12-hour operation would involve stitching together of nerves and blood vessels and could restore urinary function
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Spare organs: Illegal organ transplant market thrives in Pakistan
Weak enforcement of law and no conviction are keeping the organ market alive in Pakistan
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Celebrating 50 years: Govt to offer incentives for doctors at peripheral hospitals
30% of army dental core graduated from Khyber College of Dentistry only such institution to publish own journal
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Towards better healthcare: Germany announces €10 million for safe blood transfusion programme
Ambassador says blood safety system reforms needed implementation over the years
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Hair tie causes infection on woman's wrist
Here's why you should stop wearing hair ties on your wrist
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Dental amalgam: Alarmingly high mercury levels detected
Study recommends legislation, training for proper handling of carcinogenic element
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World AIDS Day: ‘AIDS patients should not be disrespected’
Rafique said the UN’s AIDS Control Programme’s Strategy for 2016 to 2020 was being effectively implemented
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The mother of misery
Baby blues are a normal part of life for a new mother. But what happens when they take a turn for the worse?
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Did you know healthy snacks make us fat?
Time to toss your cereal bars, bran-flakes and low fat biscuits! Here are some snacking swaps
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Could your healthy diet make me fat?
Study introduces 'personalised nutrition', which could supplant national guidelines meant for the entire public
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Study: Jogging helps you stay sharp!
Research suggests that exercise enhances development of new brain cells that play an important role in learning
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5 ingredients to avoid if you have dry skin
Some products that promise to restore radiance may actually be drying your skin out because of these ingredients
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Dismal health of children irks top court
CJP takes suo motu notice of pneumonia and diarrhoea deaths