WHO declared novel coronavirus a pandemic on 11th of March 2020 with the virus now affecting up to 195 countries in the world. Pakistan has found itself in a particularly vulnerable situation sharing borders with two hotspots; China and Iran.. By Dr Madiha Ata Recap: Quick initial action by the authorities The government and health…
Once someone makes a decision to become a doctor; the implications are life long. They have not made a mere career choice in reality they have chosen a life style. Being a healer and a care-giver is a draining job; both emotionally and physically. With the passage of time it takes toll on physician’s own…
The turn of this decade witnessed the emergence of a frightening new disease from the city of Wuhan, China. As the world scrambled to combat the spread of the virus beyond the borders it was still too late. By Dr. Madiha Ata According to latest updates COVID-19 has now affected people in more than 75…
When installed and used correctly, natural gas is safe and convenient. But gas leaks can occur. These leaks can lead to physical symptoms and, in some cases, the gas can cause carbon monoxide poisoning in people and animals. According to the American Gas Association, over 73 million residential, commercial, and industrial premises in the United…
With recent turn of events, Fans of the famous sitcom, ‘The Simpsons’ were convinced that the animated show foreshadowed the coronavirus outbreak 27 years ago. This further solidified beliefs of some loyal fans that the popular show can predict the future. The Simpsons created by Matt Groening is a satirical depiction of working-class life, epitomized…
You may think that you remember important moments of your life accurately, but the truth is you can’t completely trust your memory, said speakers at the two-day Essentials of Neuroscience course at Aga Khan University. Neuroscience researchers noted that most people believe their memories are like permanent recordings whereas our recollections are often ‘revised’ in…
KARACHI: According to a WHO report, more than 141 million children will be born: approximately 73 million boys and 68 million girls. Girls are expected to live longer than boys. However, it is important to note that the extra years that women live are not necessarily healthy ones for they may have to live with…
By Dr Sidra Aslam LAHORE: “Freedom is meaningless for the free, its captivity that gives meaning to freedom.” The tug of war between India and Pakistan continues as Kashmir bleeds. Violence has ensued in Kashmir since it was split between India and Pakistan in 1947 and has killed tens of thousands. Kashmir has always been…
KARACHI: From an unwanted pregnancy to uninvited STDs—protected sex can safeguard you from a slew of untoward incidents. One such unfortunate occurrence is contracting HPV or human papillomavirus. HPV, although usually harmless, is a common sexually transmitted infection that can either show no symptoms or result in genital warts. What is a pressing concern is…
KARACHI: Health experts of the city have termed open defecation as effectively impeding the intellectual capacity of over half of the province’s population. The immediate solution is to create awareness and urge people to stop urinating and defecating in the open. This is an alarming situation, which if not stopped will cause half of the next…
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