پاکستان
Momin Agha reviews poliovirus eradication progress at National Emergency Operations Centre
The official called for improved inter-sector coordination and stricter accountability to ensure every child receives life-saving vaccinations.
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Islamabad health officials intensify dengue surveillance across federal capital
The crackdown targets mosquito breeding sites during the peak transmission months of September to November to curb the spread of the virus.
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Health officials visit research institute to discuss funding and capacity
The visit aims to bridge the gap between laboratory research and evidence-based policy implementation in Pakistan.
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Seasonal diseases surge in Quetta as hospitals report heavy patient loads
Doctors say sudden temperature swings and the use of untreated water are fueling the spread of respiratory and water-borne infections.
دنیا
Pope Leo to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru despite recent lung surgery
The 71-year-old pontiff will travel 31,000 km to deliver 36 speeches following a procedure to remove a cancerous lobe of his right lung.
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Mustafa Kamal meets Gilani to discuss national health sector improvements
The meeting aims to strengthen inter-departmental cooperation to tackle systemic healthcare challenges and enhance service delivery nationwide.
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Experts urge early screening and healthy diets to combat heart disease
The symposium highlighted the growing risk of dyslipidemia among children and adolescents and called for better coordination among medical institutions.
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Pakistan officials meet to coordinate polio eradication strategies in Balochistan
The meeting aimed to strengthen surveillance and joint efforts to achieve a polio-free Pakistan by containing the virus spread.
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University College of Medicine and Dentistry announces 225 seats for 2026-27 session
The University of Health Sciences will manage admissions through a centralized online system for local and overseas medical students.
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Liaquat University opens admissions for 49 postgraduate programs for 2027 session
Prospective students can apply online for various medical and health science specialisations starting in late October.
دنیا
Al-Shifa Trust seeks Qatar Charity partnership for Somali eye care
The collaboration aims to establish a research centre in Lahore while providing free medical treatment to patients from Somalia.
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Pakistan Medical and Dental Council issues new admission policy for 2026
The new regulations introduce strict financial penalties and mandatory online reporting to standardise medical and dental education across the country.
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University of Health Sciences opens 252 reserved medical and dental seats
The admission process targets students from specific regions including Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan under a new provincial healthcare policy.
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Uganda mandates 21-day quarantine for arrivals from Democratic Republic of Congo
The measures aim to keep the country free of Ebola after two people who traveled through Uganda tested positive for the disease in Kenya and Nigeria.
شوبز
Danyal Zafar takes break from entertainment industry to recover from health issues
The actor paused his career after 415 days of continuous work, citing a physical breaking point and a recent hospitalisation.
شوبز
Voice actor Eric Bauza dies at 46 from cardiovascular disease
The veteran performer, known for voicing iconic Looney Tunes characters, leaves behind a career spanning over 400 acting credits.
پاکستان
Punjab Chief Minister orders inspection of Rajanpur DHQ Hospital
The visit aimed to evaluate healthcare standards and medicine distribution in the district's primary medical facility.
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Pakistan launches sub-national polio vaccination campaign across 97 districts
The initiative aims to reach over 23.9 million children under five years of age to bolster regional immunity against the virus.
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SOC Films announces documentary on women fighting polio in Pakistan
The film, scheduled for release in November 2026, features a laboratory scientist, an area supervisor, an area coordinator and a health worker.
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Dr Syeda Rashida Batool leads breast cancer awareness session in Islamabad
The Pinktober campaign aims to improve healthcare outcomes by encouraging women to seek early medical screenings and proactive treatment.
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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah pledges to eradicate polio
The provincial leader urged parents to vaccinate children under five to prevent lifelong disability in the final remaining global hotspots.
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department suspends all recruitment in selected districts
The freeze covers every stage of the hiring process, including tests and interviews, to ensure strict compliance with new provincial directives.
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Mpox death toll in Sindh rises to 12 as Karachi records new cases
The virus can spread through contaminated clothing and bedding, with men accounting for 73% of the 98 reported cases in the province.
کھیل
Pakistan Sports Board honours Rd Rizwan Aftab Ahmed for sports development
The award follows an agreement between ACTIVIT and the PSB Coaching Centre to provide athlete support and joint initiatives for sports development.