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The color code: scientists reveal what to wear to avoid Mosquito bites

Mosquitoes, often dubbed the world’s deadliest creatures for spreading diseases like malaria and dengue, claim millions of lives annually. While avoiding these pests entirely is nearly impossible, scientists have uncovered a surprising trick to reduce bites: the colors you wear. A groundbreaking study reveals that mosquitoes are drawn to specific hues while shunning others. Researchers […]

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KP’s mpox tally reaches 8 as another case reported in Peshawar

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By: Salman Yousafzai PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Mpox tally reached eight on Thursday after another case was reported in Peshawar. According to the Public Health Section of the Health Department, a 31-year-old patient was declared a suspect during screening at Peshawar Airport before leaving for Dubai. According to the Health Department spokesperson, the patient’s

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KP reports second polio case of 2025, tally reaches 7 across country

Health, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: The Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has reported second polio case in the province, taking the total numbers of cases to seven in the country this year. As per reports, the polio virus has been confirmed in an 11-year-old child in Manjakot, Union Council of Torghar Tehsil, Torghar district. The National Institute of

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Over one lakh medical laboratories across KP found substandard

Health, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: More than one lakh medical laboratories across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the provincial capital Peshawar, are found substandard. Local media house Mashriq citing sources in the health department, stated in its report that some of these laboratories are the personal property of different doctors and the doctors themselves are giving instructions for tests in the

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New form of diabetes recognised, affecting millions worldwide

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Experts have officially recognised a new type of diabetes called type 5 diabetes, which is linked to malnutrition. It affects around 25 million people worldwide, mostly young people in low- and middle-income countries. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) approved the classification at the World Diabetes Congress in Bangkok on April 8. Meredith Hawkins, a professor

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PM Shehbaz Condoles with Iranian President Over Bandar Abbas Tragedy

PM launches 7-day countrywide anti-polio campaign

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally inaugurated a week-long nationwide anti-polio campaign by administering polio drops to children. Speaking at the launch, he urged parents to support field teams by ensuring their children receive the vaccine, stressing that public cooperation is key to eradicating the virus. The Prime Minister expressed confidence in Pakistan’s ability

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MNA Shandana launches anti-polio drive, commencing from tomorrow

Health, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: Member of the National Assembly (MNA) Shandana Gulzar Khan has officially launched the anti-polio drive, starting on Monday, April 21. MNA Shandana Gulzar, along with Assistant Commissioner Ayesha Tahir, administered polio drops to children, marking the beginning of the “Polio Campaign.” MNA Shandana Gulzar has a special message for the people of her constituency,

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Punjab doctors shut OPDs to protest hospital privatisation

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LAHORE: The Grand Health Alliance (GHA) Punjab has intensified its protest against the public hospital privatisation. The Health workers have shut down outpatient departments (OPDs) across government hospitals in the province. Major hospitals like Jinnah Hospital, General Hospital, and Children’s Hospital have suspended OPD services. The sit-in outside the Punjab Chief Minister’s House is ongoing.

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KP launches Cochlear Implant Programme for children at HMC

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PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has launched Cochlear Implant Programme (CIP), an innovative treatment option available for children with severe to profound deafness or hearing loss, at the Hayatabad Medical Complex. This rehabilitation of hearing-impaired children programme was supported and financed by Pakistan Baitul Mal. But now, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to provide

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KP to hire contract doctors amid staff shortages

Health, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Health Department has announced plans to recruit medical officers and specialist doctors on a contract basis to tackle the shortage of healthcare professionals in the province. This move aims to improve services at District Headquarters Hospitals (DHQs). In the first phase, 115 medical officers and 51 specialist doctors will be hired. The Health Advisor

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