Health

ISLAMABAD DEC 03 (ONLINE): It has become widely known that living a sedentary lifestyle is not good for your overall health, including heart health. Past studies have linked a sedentary lifestyle to an increased risk of heart failureTrusted Source, heart attack, and stroke. “Most people […]

Rawalpindi: November 28 (PNI) On Thursday, Al-Shifa Trust (AST) advocated a state-backed cornea donation campaign to decrease reliance on imports as more than 300,000 individuals are currently on transplant waiting lists. Those awaiting transplants could be reintegrated as productive members of society in case we […]

Rawalpindi (PNI) Al-Shifa Trust (AST) asked the masses on Tuesday to protect their eyes from the adverse effects of smog that has engulfed a large part of the country. We have some of the most polluted cities in the world, where millions of people live. […]

ISLAMABAD, NOV 05 (ONLINE): Researchers recently found that weight loss interventions may help those with PCOS reduce weight and improve blood sugar regulation and hormonal markers. This work may be the first to uncover a link between weight loss interventions and a clinically significant increase […]

ISLAMABAD, NOV 05 (ONLINE): Zinc is an essential mineral that supports immune function, hormone balance, and cell growth. In contrast with previous studies, new research suggests that higher zinc consumption may significantly increase the risk of endometriosis compared to consuming lower amounts. Experts recommend following […]

ISLAMABAD, OCT 26 (ONLINE): Thousands of people in the United States experience a stroke each year. Strokes can lead to death and long-term disability. The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association have just released updated guidelines for primary stroke prevention. The guidelines highlight sex-specific […]

ISLAMABAD, Oct 25 :The Thalassemia Awareness Organization (TAO) in an important meeting convened by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) focused on thalassemia prevention ,recommended the Council to ensure premptive measures to combat Thalassemia prevalence in the population. The meeting was attended by government and […]

ISLAMABAD, Oct 25 :Ayesha Isani Majeed of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Department of Radiology on Friday stressed women over 40 to have their yearly mammogram procedure and the regular breast self-examinations to be conscious of their good health. She said early detection and […]

ISLAMABAD, OCT 25 (ONLINE): Cervical cancer is a serious type of cancer and its recurrence after treatment is an issue doctors want to address. Experts are interested in finding the best combination of therapies to treat cervical cancer and prevent recurrences. Results of a phase […]

ISLAMABAD, OCT 22 (ONLINE): Past research shows that sitting for long periods can harm our cardiovascular health. Other studies say that standing may help fix some of the harmful effects of sitting. Researchers at the University of Sydney found that standing more does not improve […]