-by Dr.Imbesat Maheen Syed Though at present, the disease of Coronavirus infection seems to be much milder in babies and children. However, it’s much essential to understand recent reports about Paediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome, or PIMS, a rare condition that might be related to exposure to the coronavirus. We must not trivialize this in Pakistan…
Dear Editor, We, the frontline women health care workers, medical students, nurses and doctors of Pakistan are here to share our expert opinion about the COVID19 pandemic. In our role as women in science, we are making these recommendations for the public as well as policymakers and government. For all Pakistanis, who are struggling financially…
Mental health has always been a taboo in our part of the world. But it is essential to address it in the present situation where the entire world is facing a natural calamity. By Dr Madiha Ata The current pandemic is unique such that it is effectively impacting the mental health of entire world population…
The Corona virus outbreak has impacted the world badly and has resulted in a huge number of deaths. Due to its nature of total shut down and stay at home precautions many of the vital challenges have risen due to lack of mobility and activity. One such challenge is the depletion of blood in local…
One of the perils of the digital age we live in is the constant bombardment of information from a multitude of outlets. This increases our risk of exposure to misinformation if we do not exercise better judgement in choosing our sources. The famous Irish playwright, George Bernard Shaw once noted that false knowledge is more…
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…
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