NBP Signs MoU for Mental Health with Charter for Compassion
National Bank of Pakistan partners with Charter for Compassion Pakistan to enhance mental health support for employees and dependents through virtual sessions and consultations.
Category : Disease Prevention
Ebola Burial Team Attacked in DR Congo as Cases Rise
Residents attacked an Ebola burial team in eastern DR Congo, forcing responders to abandon a coffin and raising fears of further transmission amid rising cases.
Unsafe Food Kills 1.5 Million Each Year: UN Report
WHO data shows unsafe food causes 1.5 million deaths yearly, with children under five and low-income regions most affected. Economic losses hit $647 billion.
Emilia Clarke: Brain Injury Recovery Like Falling Off Cliff
Emilia Clarke compares brain injury recovery to falling off a cliff, calls for better aftercare and rehabilitation services for survivors.
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Kate Middleton's Emotional Cancer Treatment Moment
Kate Middleton shared a touching moment with her mother after completing cancer treatment, saying 'it isn't mummy brave' but praising her strength.
Pakistan Minister Visits Children's Hospital for Mental Health Ties
Minister of State Dr. Malik Ahmed Mukhtar visited Children's National Hospital in the US to advance collaboration on child and adolescent mental health, part of Pakistan's official mental health engagement mission.
High Depression Found in TB Patients in Pakistan Study
A Pakistan-UK study finds nearly 40% of TB patients suffer from depression, urging integration of mental health services into TB care.
Pakistan Cuts Tobacco Use by 15.7% in Decade
Pakistan reduced tobacco consumption by 15.7% from 2014 to 2024, with 16.1% of adults still using tobacco. Stronger taxes and bans drove progress, but challenges like e-cigarettes remain.
WMO Warns of Strong El Nino Driving Extreme Weather Globally
The WMO forecasts a moderate to strong El Nino that could raise global temperatures and increase extreme weather risks, impacting crops and food supplies.
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When Research Becomes Reality: A Caregiver's Silent Struggle
A psychologist shares her personal experience witnessing her mother's caregiving burden, highlighting the invisible stress spouse caregivers face.
Afghanistan's micro-forests revive green cover after war
In northeastern Afghanistan, community-led micro-forests are restoring tree cover lost during decades of conflict, improving climate resilience and livelihoods.
Indonesia's tropical glaciers may vanish by 2027
Indonesia's last tropical glaciers on Puncak Jaya are projected to disappear by 2027 due to accelerated ice melt from global warming and El Nino, threatening local ecosystems and indigenous culture.
Waste Management Center Reports Sharp Drop in Violations During Hajj
The National Center for Waste Management (MWAN) recorded a significant decrease in violations during Hajj 2026, with 85 notices and 54 penalties issued after 1,691 inspections.
Red Crescent Evacuates 33 Gaza Patients to Egypt
The Palestine Red Crescent Society evacuated 33 patients and 40 companions from Gaza to Egypt for medical treatment, amid healthcare system collapse.
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Fear grips DR Congo camps as Ebola threatens displaced
Displaced people in eastern DR Congo fear Ebola will spread rapidly in overcrowded camps, with poor hygiene and lack of protective gear raising alarm.
Commissioner Reviews Anti-Dengue Measures in Lahore Division
Commissioner Marryam Khan chaired a meeting to assess anti-dengue efforts in Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, and Nankana Sahib, with 6 confirmed cases and no deaths reported.
55 Suicides in Lahore in First Five Months of 2026
At least 55 people died by suicide in Lahore from January to May 2026, with men accounting for the majority, sparking concerns among mental health experts.
WHO: Tobacco kills 164,000 annually in Pakistan
WHO reports tobacco kills 164,000 Pakistanis yearly, causing $6.6 billion in economic losses. Youth targeted by nicotine industry. Urges tax hikes.
Saudi Environmental Body Inspects 1,500 Sites During Hajj
The National Center for Environmental Compliance carried out nearly 1,500 field inspections during Hajj to ensure environmental safety in Makkah and Madinah.
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Thailand Imposes 21-Day Ebola Quarantine for DRC, Uganda Travelers
Thailand has mandated a 21-day quarantine for arrivals from DRC and Uganda due to the escalating Ebola outbreak, which has caused over 200 deaths.
Field Hospital Supports 1.7 Million Hajj Pilgrims in Arafat
A fully equipped field hospital in Arafat provides comprehensive healthcare to over 1.7 million Hajj pilgrims, with ICU, operating theaters, and heat stress treatment.
Fear and Denial Fuel DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Crisis
In eastern DR Congo, distrust and denial hinder Ebola response as the deadly outbreak spreads, with 204 deaths and 867 suspected cases reported.
US Plans Ebola Quarantine Center in Kenya, WSJ Reports
The United States is preparing to open a quarantine center in Kenya for Americans exposed to Ebola, as the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo worsens with hundreds of suspected cases.
Ugandan Woman Negative for Ebola in India After Quarantine
A Ugandan woman quarantined in Bengaluru, India, on suspicion of Ebola has tested negative, the health ministry confirmed. India ramps up screening amid global health emergency.
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WHO warns of Ebola and war collision in DR Congo
WHO warns that conflict in DR Congo is hindering Ebola outbreak response, with 10 confirmed and 223 suspected deaths. Uganda closes border, imposes quarantine.
LEGO Foundation gives $97m for kids in conflict zones
The LEGO Foundation commits $97 million to expand play-based learning programs for children affected by conflicts in East Africa and the Middle East.
Washington Paper Mill Tank Implosion: 9 Missing
A tank implosion at a Washington paper mill killed one and left nine missing, with no hope of survivors. The chemical release injured nine others, including a firefighter.
Kenya School Fire Kills 16 Girls in Nakuru Dormitory
A fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Kenya killed 16 students and injured 79. The blaze occurred early Thursday in Nakuru County. Investigations are ongoing.
Anmol Pinky: Police Share Bank Account Details in Drug Case
Police have submitted details of bank accounts linked to facilitators of Anmol alias Pinky in a narcotics case, revealing financial transactions worth millions.
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Bagh-e-Jinnah Bats Decline: Urbanisation and Myths Blamed
Wildlife experts warn that bat populations in Lahore's Bagh-e-Jinnah are declining due to urbanisation, habitat loss, and public misconceptions, urging conservation to maintain ecological balance.
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