More than 60pc of US abortions in 2023 were done by pill, study shows
The method involves two drugs, taken over a day or two
US approves first gene therapy for children with rare genetic disease
The disease is estimated to affect one in every 40,000 individuals in the United States
Biden expands women's health research, adds $200m for sexual and reproductive issues
The executive order will require medical research to better track differences between women and men
Scientists develop pill that gives all benefits of exercise without moving muscle
It could stave off heart failure and declining kidney function
No evidence of Havana syndrome brain injury, US studies find
No evidence of Havana syndrome brain injury, US studies find
How genetic therapies transformed the lives of sickle cell patients
SCD affects around 100,000 people in the United States and some 20 million worldwide.
Study offers alternatives to sleeping pills for sleep disorders
Digital therapy breakthrough, new program offers hope for treating co-occurring sleep disorders
A new kind of hospital is coming to rural America. To qualify, facilities must close their beds
Only 19 hospitals across the US received rural emergency hospital status last year
How brain turns motivation into goal-oriented action?
Study helps to determine treatments and possible solutions for mental health
Marriages in the US are back to pre-pandemic levels, CDC says
Highest marriage rate of 16.4 per 1,000 people recorded in 1946, which was 6.2 per in 2022
EU parliament to extend new medicine data protection to 7.5 years
EU parliament to extend new medicine data protection to 7.5 years
Study documents headaches experienced by astronauts in space
Space travel effects body and changes organs activity
Meat essential for warding off depression, anxiety
Animal products essential for mental health - in blow to veganism: 'Brain needs meat'
A new strategy to attack aggressive brain cancer shrank tumours in two early tests
So-called CAR-T therapy already is used to fight blood-related cancers like leukaemia
Merck to test single-dose regimen of HPV vaccine Gardasil 9
The large, multi-year trials are expected to start enrolment in the fourth quarter of 2024
Why did menopause evolve? New study of whales gives some clues
A longer female lifespan so mothers, grandmothers can continue providing support to their family
Nurse sheds 45-kg with simplest weight loss tricks
She shared her journey of natural weight loss and diet plan on TikTok
Bird flu strain raises alarm as virus kills South American wildlife
Bird flu strain raises alarm as virus kills South American wildlife
Scientists develop a sensor to detect harmful 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
These harmful chemicals found in everyday items poise risks to health
New AI tools can record your medical appointment or draft a message from your doctor
Doctors or nurses must approve the AI-generated messages before sending them
Scientists discover fruit flies could stop the growth of brain tumours
Glioblastomas have quick growth, poor survival rate
Pakistan among 74 countries where e-cigarettes aren't regulated
The WHO has urged governments to treat as vapes similarly to tobacco and ban all flavours
Covid lowered life expectancy by 1.6 years worldwide: study
During 2020-21, life expectancy declined in 84 percent of the 204 countries and territories analysed
Serum Institute of India looks beyond COVID with new vaccines for malaria, dengue
It invested $2 billion during the peak of the global health crisis to boost production.
Expert gives tips to keep heart healthy
Dr Kayani said there is a dire need to take cardiac diseases seriously
What are the foods for healthy brain and long life?
Food scientists and nutritionists shares the secret of long life and brain health
Smartphones' effect on kids under 10 go beyond eyes, say doctors
World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines
Climate change affecting women, especially those working in agri sector, disproportionally in countries like Pakistan
Their role in global agricultural supply chains is important with 38pc of workers being women
Childhood and adulthood adversity lead to anxiety, depression and cognitive decline
Adversity has key impacts on cognitive health
Beware! cooking with gas stoves lead to risk of cancer
The carcinogenic compound benzene in households utilizing gas stoves may increase the risk
Study raises questions about plastic pollution effects on heart health
More evidence found of inflammation in those with the plastic bits in their blood vessel
Cancer-causing chemical found in Clinique, Clearasil acne treatments
US lab says benzene could form at "unacceptably high levels" in both prescription
South Korea police to question medical body officials over trainee doctors' walkout
Around 9,000 resident and intern doctors have left their job since Feb 20
Spain's Catalonia hands out free reusable menstruation products
Women can spend 2,500 euros ($2,713) on sanitary products in their lifetime
France becomes first in the world to make abortion a constitutional right
Women have had a legal right to abortion in France since a 1974 law
Scientists have used cells from fluid drawn during pregnancy to grow mini lungs and other organs
Previously, miniorgans have been derived from adult stem cells
First over-the-counter birth control pill in US begins shipping to stores
A one-month supply will cost about $20 and a three-month supply will cost around $50
Flying Dutchman recognised as longest-surviving heart transplant patient
The average life expectancy for heart patients after a transplant is 16 years
India's Serum boosts supply of cheaper cervical cancer shots ahead of mass drive
It expects the vaccine to be substantially, probably eight times, cheaper" when supplied to govt
South Korea says to start legal action against doctors over walkout
Around 9,000 resident and intern doctors have walked off the job since Feb 20
US officials investigate rare nervous system disorder in older adults who got RSV vaccine
In Guillain-Barre syndrome, a person’s immune system damages nerve cells which can lead to paralysis
Some South Korean doctors get public legal notice over walkout
Police carry out raid out against Korean Medical Association officials
US FDA allows new claim that yogurt may reduce diabetes risk
US FDA allows new claim that yogurt may reduce diabetes risk
More than one billion people worldwide afflicted by obesity, WHO study finds
"Epidemic" is particularly hitting poorer countries and rate is growing among children, adolescents
Scientists develop eco-friendly wound dressing using banana fibres
This investigation opens the door to a new era in wound healing
TikTok make-up influencers spark health warnings
Skin specialists warned that some of the products used in the kids' videos not suitable to skin
China livestreaming: Reckitt turns to technology for selling condoms
Shift in consumer habits online makes livestreaming hard to ignore in over $5bn condom market
Older US adults should get another COVID-19 shot, health officials recommend
Some doctors say most of the older adults are adequately protected by the fall shot
Just one can of Coke a day increases your risk of fatal kidney condition
Researchers revealed what drinks to switch to in order to lower your risk of kidney disease
South Korea military doctors to reach hospitals boost healthcare system
Move part of the govt measures amid ongoing protest by South Korean trainee doctors
An ancient disease is making a frightening comeback
The disease is, essentially, down to a lack of vitamin C in the diet
Struggling to sleep at the moment? You're not the only one - here's why
More light can potentially affect the quality and duration of our sleep
Peru declares health emergency as dengue outbreak 'imminent'
The South American nation's death toll due to the virus has risen to 32 so far this year
World-first New Zealand tobacco ban is reversed
The new coalition government opted for the move without seeking public comment in line with its plan
South Korea nurses to take on more medical work due to doctor walkout
More than two-thirds of the country's resident and intern doctors have left their posts
Court sentences 23 over contaminated Uzbekistan cough syrup deaths
Families of the 68 dead children to get $80,000 each as compensation
Roche's Xolair reduces reactions to severe food allergies in study
It is estimated that food allergies affect about 2 per cent of US adults and 4pc to 8pc of children
South Korea doctors may be suspended unless they return to work
Protesters say wage hikes should be the priority, not increasing admissions in medical schools
Doctors perform horrifying surgery on man who couldn't poo for 22 years
But 30 inches of the patient's colon had to be removed
AI better than eye specialists in handling glaucoma, retina patients: Study
AI was particularly surprising in its proficiency
New US drugs prices rose 35pc in 2023, more than the previous year
Reuters analysed 55 novel drugs approved by the FDA last year, up from 37 in 2022
Wendy Williams has frontotemporal dementia. What is FTD?
It can affect a person’s personality, causing a loss of inhibition or inappropriate behaviour
Too much stress 'helps cancer spread' and 'increases risk of heart attack, stroke', scientists warn
Research has linked chronic stress to an increased of risk of heart disease and stroke
Silent brain changes precede Alzheimer's. Researchers have new clues about which come first
The new research offers a timeline for how those abnormalities pile up
More than half the world faces high measles risk: WHO
Cases last year were already up 79pc to over 300,000, which are thought be a fraction of the total
More South Korea doctors join protest, authorities warn patients at risk
South Korea's population of 52 million had 2.6 doctors per 1,000 people in 2022
Why some groups are prone to disease: Discovery of 25m new genetic variants may help finding answer
Recent studies have already shown how genetic diversity can impact disease risk
UK baby formula price hikes: Regulator to scrutinise market amid cost of living crisis
CMA Chief Executive Sarah Cardell says cost remained at historically high levels
Tackling technology side effects: Govt crackdown on mobile phones in England schools
Educational institutions will receive new guidance on the issue
South Korea trainee doctors stop work in protest against govt plan to produce more doctors
The country has one of the lowest doctor-to-population ratios among developed nations
Mega project aimed at eradicating fatal diseases in the offing
Mega project aimed at eradicating fatal diseases in the offing
Sydney school, supermarket tainted with asbestos as crisis widens
Traces of bonded asbestos in mulch have been found in 41 spots
South Korea PM asks doctors not to quit over planned medical student increase
Government plans to raise medical school admissions by 2,000 students for the 2025 academic year
Need to educate people on kidney damage due to antibiotic misuse: experts
The overuse of antibiotics leads to severe public health issues
El Salvador, where a miscarriage can land you in jail
In Latin America, elective abortion is legal in Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Cuba and Uruguay.
Australian authorities say more Sydney sites tainted with asbestos
The contamination was discovered in January when asbestos was found in a playground
Seoul hopes egg freezing can help S. Korea baby crisis, experts disagree
At just 0.7 births per woman late last year, S Korea has one of the lowest birthrates in world
Putin says Russia is close to creating cancer vaccines
Putin did not specify which types of cancer the proposed vaccines would target, nor how
Thailand set to crack down on legal market with ban on 'recreational' pot use
It was the first country in Asia to legalise cannabis
Study shows how under-prescribed ORS can save half a million children's lives annually
A cheap and effective treatment for diarrhoea
Long-term use of birth control pills increases risk of cervical cancer
Giving birth to multiple children are linked to increased risk of cervical cancer
Metabolic diseases are major health concern. How to prevent them?
Metabolic disorders disrupt the normal metabolism
As cancer treatment advances, patients and doctors push back against drugs' side effects
A cancer patient says, "The last thing we want to do is have our quality of life stolen from us.”
Sleep disturbances, more injuries: The effects of police violence on Black Americans' health
Health expert says discrimination can manifest in all sorts of ways
Miracle cures: Online conspiracy theories are creating a new age of unproven medical treatments
Unproven medical claims and products that seem too-good-to-be-true have a long history in America
Namibia's President Hage Geingob, 82, dies after cancer diagnosis
The country is due to hold presidential and parliamentary elections at the end of the year
Pneumonia is out of control as deadly virus claims 11 more lives in Punjab
The deadly tally has reached to 309 in the province
Pneumonia outbreak claims seven more lives in Punjab
As many as 13460 cases were reported from Punjab during the ongoing winter season
Study finds rare disorder behind extra fingers and toes
The disorder is caused by a genetic mutation in a gene called MAX
Almost a third of French bottled water brands use banned purification methods
The report "was clear that the 30-percent figure underestimates the phenomenon", they added
Sleeping too much is bad for the brain: Study
People who sleep too much could be at an increased risk of dementia
Door-to-door vaccination starts to fight Zimbabwe cholera outbreak. Over 450 are already dead
UN experts warned last year that the 19th-century disease may be making a ‘devastating’ comeback
You might want to think twice before reusing your mask for Covid
N95 respirators might not be as protective when used for extended periods of time
Bangladesh reports first death from Nipah virus this year
The virus was first identified in 1999 during an outbreak in Malaysia
18 more children die of pneumonia in Punjab, Lahore hit hard by outbreak
18 more children die of pneumonia in Punjab, Lahore hit hard by outbreak
Pneumonia devours seven more lives in Punjab in 24 hours
Punjab has reported 244 pneumonia-related deaths, with 50 fatalities in Lahore alone during January
Social media officially named public health threat
NYC's mayor says TikTok, Facebook and YouTube are ‘fueling a mental health crisis’ among youth
UK's Simplyhealth uses generative AI to answer customers
UK's Simplyhealth uses generative AI to answer customers
Three cups of tea a day could be anti-ageing secret we all need: Scientists
It reduces cell damage to keep organs working for longer
How does 93-year-old man maintain a body of 40-year-old?
He became a participant in a study on healthy ageing
Cameroon becomes first country to roll out new malaria vaccine
A milestone in curbing disease in Africa
Bay leaf can lower cholesterol, treat digestive issues: Nutritionist
It can strengthen immune system with its powerful antioxidants
Staying healthy in fog-covered plains of Pakistan as bitter cold joins hands with high pollution levels
There are no westerlies and thus no rains in the region this winter season
Mother and son survive Zambia's deadly cholera outbreak
Nine out of Zambia's 10 provinces have reported cholera cases
US minority children get poorer healthcare, analysis finds
The strongest evidence of disparities was in pain management
Scientists clone rhesus monkey to speed medical research
Rhesus monkeys are used in experiments to study infection and immunity
Breast cancer is not as deadly anymore: Study
The push for breast cancer research in recent decades is paying off
WHO sees 'incredibly low' COVID, flu vaccination rates as cases surge
In the US, Europe and other parts of the world, respiratory infections increased in recent weeks
SMDC tops UHS merit list
For admission to the BDS programme, the merit is 81.4500 while for MBBS the merit is 89.3136
Ancient human DNA hints at why multiple sclerosis affects so many northern Europeans today
The findings come from a huge project to compare modern DNA with that culled from ancient humans
Nearly 10,000 died from COVID-19 last month, fueled by holiday gatherings and new variant, WHO says
"This level of preventable deaths is not acceptable,” WHO DG Ghebreyesus said at a press conference
PM Kakar for establishing global fund to ensure worldwide health security
US, KSA, Afghanistan, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan participate in summit hosted by Health Ministry
Bottled water can contain thousands of tiny plastic particles which can invade organs, blood: Study
Health fears are growing as nanoplastics can invade our bloodstream, organs
Treating hearing loss can greatly reduce risk of early death: Study
Users who regularly wore hearing aids had a significantly lower risk of death
Around 100,000 children develop type 1 diabetes in Pakistan: Health experts
"Many children are not diagnosed timely and die within a few days of the onset of the disease"
Researchers find blood pressure treatment in snake venom
These findings pave way for potential development of new blood pressure medications
India orders new standards for $50bn pharma industry after cough syrup deaths
Says the manufacturer must assume responsibility for the quality of products
Country remains free from new Covid-19 variant: Caretaker Health Minister Dr Nadeem Jan
Country remains free from new Covid-19 variant: Caretaker Health Minister Dr Nadeem Jan
Wearing hearing aids may help you live longer: Study
Researchers found that the device lowered all-cause mortality by 24pc in a studied group
Brazilian city begins first mass dengue vaccination
The country had registered a 15pc increase in dengue cases by the end of the first week of December
Inflation makes England doctors to go on record-breaking strike
They want 35pc pay raise, govt argues it will cause price hike
Burning scented candles 'increases your risk of nasty health problems', expert warns
Using the fragrances has been linked to migraines, irritation of the eyes and throat
How brain cells advance hopes for fertility treatments, study finds
The latest research might help researchers better understand and treat reproductive problems
Italian may regain use of hand after nerve transfer from amputated leg
He needs around five months of post-operative care to see whether the move is successful
Scientists discover breakthrough in Q fever treatment
Q fever can be contracted from cattle, sheep, and goats
President Alvi wants NOC for Shaukat Khanum Hospital to hold fundraiser
A day earlier, the NOC was withdrawn by the administration of the federal capital
New shot can 'protect all infants' from disease that kills hundreds of babies each year: Study
The first-of-its-kind shot was approved for use in the US in July
Six deaths, 702 Covid-19 infections, caseload 4,097 in India
Six deaths, 702 Covid-19 infections, caseload 4,097 in India
Measles can 'infiltrate children's brains' and kill them, scientists warn
They fear rates of a lethal brain disease will rise due to plummeting vaccination rates
Scientists find TB bacterium that resists treatment
They find key mechanism that allows TB bacterium to hide in humans for decades
WHO cites tenfold increase in reported dengue cases over the last generation
Climate change partly blamed for the spread
Post-flight feast: Study suggests reindeer vision evolved to spot favorite food
Unlike other mammals, reindeer can see light in the ultraviolet spectrum
WHO sees increasing risk of poliovirus spread in Pakistan and Afghanistan
Two countries have reported six new polio cases in 2023 so far
India firm denies tampering with tests in probe of cough syrup deaths
Sources say Indian govt is in no hurry to reopen the three pharma factories involved in the matter
India probe into bribery claim in toxic syrup tests nears completion
The WHO linked the syrups made by Maiden Pharmaceuticals to the deaths of 70 children in Gambia
34 countries have banned e-cigarettes as WHO says they could be as harmful as regular tobacco
About one in twenty adults use vapes in the United States
Scientists develop vaccine to lower cholesterol which is linked to 18m deaths a year
The vaccine works by blocking the cholesterol-raising protein
WHO says JN.1 COVID strain a 'variant of interest', poses low risk
WHO said current vaccines will continue to protect against severe disease and death from JN.1
German court quashes CureVac patent after challenge by BioNTech
German court quashes CureVac patent after challenge by BioNTech
Scientists discover new ways to target protein that fuels tumour growth
They have paved the way for new treatments against some of the deadliest forms of cancer
New coronavirus variant JN1 detected
Experts say JN1 does not seem to be more severe or dangerous than other coronavirus variants
Measles cases spiking across the world: WHO
Vaccination is the only way to protect children from this potentially dangerous disease
Singapore sees Covid uptick, mask-in-public advisory returns
Health ministry said the Covid cases rose to 56,043
Sickle cell affects more families in Africa and India, but new gene therapies are out of reach
The disease begins its assault on the body at birth, affecting haemoglobin
Efforts to kill off smoking stall as pandemic drove young people to cigarettes
The slowdown puts a serious dent in hopes of making England smoke-free by 2030
Death anniversary of Sister Berenice Vargas being observed today
She was Mexican pharmacist who worked for the eradication of leprosy in Pakistan
Nigerian patients feel pain of soaring drug prices
The price of some medicines has risen almost tenfold in Nigeria
Gaza faces 'perfect storm' of deadly diseases
At the same time, 21 of the Gaza Strip's 36 hospitals are closed
Scientists see risk of lost opportunity for long COVID research in China
Experts say China's situation could provide particularly valuable data and insights on long COVID
Chinese scientists claim they can reverse ageing in leap towards immortality
This new method to solve ageing is 40,000 times more efficient than previous attempts, it's claimed
Anxiety about your health could lead to an earlier death: Study
People with illness anxiety disorder die earlier than their peers
The Netherlands makes it legal to grow, sell and consume cannabis on trial basis
Its use is illegal but authorities since 1970s have chosen not to prosecute lawbreakers
Cannabis use during pregnancy is not safe: Study
Pregnant cannabis users are at higher risk for complications
Researchers reveal key to enhancing immunity against cancer
Cancer immunotherapy has been a beacon of hope for patients
Bird flu kills over 900 seals, sea lions in south Brazil
Scientists have also found some sea mammals convulsing along local beaches
Canada government to launch dental plan agreed in deal to stay in power
The plan will be open to Canadians with an annual family income of less than C$90,000
Mexico president to push forward anti-vape bill
Mexico has already banned the import of e-cigarettes
Britain considers NHS as symbol of pride, but surging numbers seek dental treatment abroad
State-subsidised treatment harder to find; Patient says costs much lower abroad, even with flights
Flaxseeds may reduce risk of breast cancer, study suggests
Rodents given flaxseed oil were less likely to develop breast cancer
Silent killer warning as subtle eyesight change could be something far more serious
Symptoms of high blood pressure remain hidden, so many people have condition without knowledge it
Breast cancer survivors may not need so many mammograms after surgery, UK study suggests
Researchers followed more than 5,200 women who were 50 and older
How unhealthy are ultra-processed foods?
Researchers have called for taxation and even banning these products
India drugs regulator orders quality checks on cough syrup ingredient
Indian products are linked to at least 141 child deaths globally
WHO finds more contaminated medicinal syrups which are made in Pakistan
The contamination was found in Alergo syrup by the Maldives Food and Drug Authority in November
US approves two gene therapies for sickle cell disease
US approves two gene therapies for sickle cell disease
New blood test predicts your organs' true age, offers clues to future health
This approach could facilitate proactive treatment before the onset of illness
Getting married can raise your blood pressure, but not for reasons you think
If one spouse has high blood pressure, likelihood of their partner having hypertension is higher
Magnetic surgical robot makes international debut in Chile hospital
Magnetic surgical robot makes international debut in Chile hospital
Soaring pollution in Lahore fills hospitals with sick children
Known as a city of gardens, it is now choking with toxic smog
PM for fomulating emergency plan to combat polio in high-risk areas
PM for fomulating emergency plan to combat polio in high-risk areas
India to probe Apollo Hospital Delhi's alleged links to 'cash for kidneys' scandal
Chennai-based chain Apollo runs over 70 hospitals across India
Infant dies due to lack of oxygen supply at Rawalpindi hospital
Infant dies due to lack of oxygen supply at Rawalpindi hospital
Caretaker PM stresses need for health sector reforms
Caretaker PM stresses need for health sector reforms
France puts country on high alert regarding bird flu
Avian influenza has led to the culling of hundreds of millions birds worldwide in recent years
New brain implant can undo damage caused by severe injury
Over 5 million have cognitive issues because of traumatic brain injuries
Cough syrup deaths: India finds quality issues with samples linked to Cameroon deaths
An inspection at Riemann's factory had found violations
Hottest temperature a human can survive is much lower than you think
The major way heat causes injury to the body is through water
China's respiratory illness rise due to known pathogens, official says
Chinese authorities will open more paediatric outpatient clinics
WHO warns of losing fight against malaria, fivefold jump in cases after 2022 floods in Pakistan
Report notes rising drug and insecticide resistance as well as conflict has stalled progress
COVID-19 shrinks life expectancy in S.Korea for first time since 1970
COVID-19 caused 7% of all deaths in 2021
Faisalabad Medical University hosts World AIDS Day walk
The disease is gripping more people with every passing day in Pakistan
Climate change is the biggest human health risk, says Africa's disease boss
Scientists have linked a surge in diseases, like dengue and cholera, to rising global temperatures
Experts reveal 4 viruses that could trigger next pandemic – from brain-swelling 'flu' to an eye-bleeding fever
And where in the world these outbreaks are likely to begin
European cities 'most likely to be hit hardest' by China's mystery 'pneumonia' outbreak
The likelihood of the outbreak reaching Europe is closely tied to global travel dynamics
Health experts decry New Zealand's scrapping of world-first tobacco ban
Health experts decry New Zealand's scrapping of world-first tobacco ban
US FDA flags new problem with Philips machines, shares fall
US FDA flags new problem with Philips machines, shares fall
France reports bird flu on turkey farm as disease spreads in Europe
Avian influenza has led to the culling of hundreds of millions birds in the past years