US HIV Funding Cut to South Africa Will Cost Lives: UNAids
UNAids chief warns US withdrawal of HIV funding from South Africa will cost lives, urging reconsideration as $400m annual support through Pepfar is cut.
Category : Hospitals Healthcare
Acid Attack on Doctor in Quetta Exposes Security Lapses
Dr Mahnoor Nasir, a surgical resident at Sandeman Hospital Quetta, suffered severe burns in an acid attack on duty. Paramedic Abdul Razaq Khilji also injured while protecting her. Security failures highlighted.
17-Day-Old Baby Abducted From Abbottabad Hospital
A 17-day-old infant was abducted from the nursery ward of Children Hospital in Abbottabad on Tuesday. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
Two Die in Sewer Toxic Gas Incident in Mianwali
Two men died and one was injured after being overcome by toxic gas while clearing a blocked sewer manhole in Wan Bhachran, Mianwali, sparking concerns over the area's sewerage system.
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NDF Hyderabad Visit by Prominent Citizens
Prominent citizens visited NDF Rehabilitation Centre in Hyderabad, praising services for children with Down syndrome, autism, and intellectual disabilities, and supporting NDF's inclusion mission.
GIMS Director Orders Enhanced Medical Facilities for Muharram
Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) Director Dr Raheem Bux Bhatti has directed the provision of best medical facilities for Muharram procession participants, including special beds, 24-hour emergency staff, and ensured availability of medicines, v
French Woman Rescued from Domestic Violence in Khyber
Police in Khyber district rescued Sylvie Yasmina, a French national, from alleged domestic violence. She had married a Pakistani man and lived in Bara since 2014, and now wishes to return to France.
LGH Offers Advanced Laser Treatment for Glaucoma
Lahore General Hospital becomes the first public sector hospital in the region to offer advanced laser treatment for glaucoma, reducing dependence on costly eye drops and preserving vision.
Acid Attack on Dr Mahnoor Nasir in Quetta Sparks Outrage
A recent acid attack on Dr Mahnoor Nasir at a Quetta hospital has sparked outrage, highlighting inadequate security, violence against women, and weak law enforcement, demanding swift justice and stronger protections for healthcare workers.
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Punjab Hospital Body Camera Project Under Fire Over Costs, Privacy
Punjab's body camera initiative in public hospitals, aimed at improving accountability, faces scrutiny over costs, data security, and patient privacy months after launch, with full implementation incomplete.
Ammonia Leak at Tamil Nadu Seafood Plant Kills 7
An ammonia gas leak at a private seafood processing unit in Tamil Nadu killed seven workers and hospitalized over 70 others; rescue operations contained the leak.
Chaudhry Sarwar Visits Hairlook Aesthetics Branch
Former Punjab Governor Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar toured the new Hairlook Aesthetics branch in Johar Town, where doctors briefed him on advanced aesthetic equipment and technologies.
Rat Attacks Surge in Peshawar: 3,000 Bites in Three Months
Over 3,000 rat-bite cases were reported at Lady Reading Hospital in three months, with residents across 50+ neighbourhoods facing daily attacks due to poor sanitation and government inaction.
Pakistan Nears Maternal Neonatal Tetanus Elimination
Pakistan moves closer to eliminating maternal and neonatal tetanus as WHO and UNICEF pre-validate KP's elimination. Only Balochistan remains.
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Boy, 3, Critically Injured in Crocodile Attack at Zoo
A three-year-old boy is in critical condition after being attacked by a crocodile at a zoo in Cambridgeshire. A 30-year-old man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder has been bailed.
IAF An-32 Crash Exposes Safety and Rescue Deficiencies
An Indian Air Force An-32 transport plane crashed in Assam, killing all five onboard. The incident raises serious questions about safety protocols, firefighting response, and personnel welfare.
Nullah Leh cleanup undermined by waste dumping and truck stands
WASA spent Rs80 million on desilting Nullah Leh, but dumping of building material and solid waste, plus illegal truck stands, have reduced its capacity, raising flood risks for low-lying areas.
Motorcyclist Dies in Karachi Crash Near Qalandria Chowk
An 18-year-old motorcyclist died on the spot after a collision near Qalandria Chowk in New Nazimabad, Karachi. Body shifted to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital.
Court Grants Bail to Doctor in Illegal Kidney Transplant Case
An Islamabad court granted post-arrest bail to Dr. Nadir Hussain, a urologist accused in an illegal kidney transplant network, citing lack of active role and need for further inquiry.
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History of Hospitals: From Guesthouses to Medical Centers
Explore the evolution of hospitals from ancient guesthouses to scientific hubs, influenced by disease, religion, and technology. A journey through medical history.
AI Tool Detects Immunotherapy Side Effects in Cancer Patients
Researchers in Australia developed a digital tool using AI to quickly identify cancer patients with colitis from immunotherapy, replacing manual reviews.
Court Issues Guidelines to Protect Women's Inheritance Rights
Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court has issued comprehensive guidelines requiring heightened judicial scrutiny in cases affecting female inheritance rights, emphasizing protection against coercion and fraud.
Sindh Allocates Rs148 Billion for Healthcare Budget
The Sindh government has allocated over Rs148 billion for hospitals and emergency services in the 2026-27 budget, focusing on expanding quality treatment, upgrading critical care, and enhancing emergency response systems.
Pakistan's Recycling Industry Spreads Disease via Hospital Waste
Pakistan's recycling industry inadvertently harms health by reprocessing hazardous hospital waste into household goods, spreading hepatitis and other diseases due to improper disposal.
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IHC Dog Culling Ruling: TVNR Implementation Challenges in Pakistan
The Islamabad High Court's directives on dog culling via TVNR model face implementation hurdles due to chronic underfunding, bureaucratic inertia, and social biases against indigenous dogs in Pakistan.
France Braces for Heat Wave, Paris Opens Canal for Swimming
France prepares for another heat wave with Paris allowing swimming in Canal Saint-Martin. Temperatures may reach 40C by Sunday as the country celebrates its music festival.
Four Children Drown in Pond at Changa Manga Forest
Four children drowned in a pond in Changa Manga forest after one fell in and others tried to rescue. Bodies recovered; investigation underway.
Dr Usman Urges Blood Donation on World Blood Donor Day 2026
Dr Usman Ahmed of Shaukat Khanum Hospital urges regular voluntary blood donation, highlighting its life-saving role for cancer, thalassemia, and emergency patients.
Unsafe Disposal of Expired Medicines in Karachi Revealed
A JSMU study finds 86% of Karachi residents dispose of expired medicines in household garbage, posing health and environmental risks, with 96% unaware of drug take-back programmes.
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Ghotki Bar Moves SHC Against Toxic Wastewater Dumping
Ghotki District Bar Association petitions Sindh High Court against factories dumping untreated industrial wastewater, causing groundwater contamination and health risks.
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