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Thursday, November 5, 2026

Dr Asif Maqsood Butt

Smog in Pakistan: A public health emergency

  SMOG is no longer merely an environmental problem; it is a serious public-health and economic challenge for Pakistan. Smoke, industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust and…

Thalassemia prevention crisis

  PAKISTAN continues to face significant public health challenges, where prevention, awareness and early action remain as important as medical treatment. Despite improvement in healthcare…

Education, evolution & emerging diseases

  THE concept of alma mater — the “nourishing mother” — symbolizes institutions that shape not only intellect but also societal progress. Historically, centres of…

Bridging the mental health gap in Pakistan

  MENTAL health is a vital dimension of human well-being, yet in Pakistan, access to care remains profoundly unequal. The National Psychiatric Morbidity Survey (NPMS)…

Flood management through community engagement

PAKISTAN has faced recurring natural disasters—particularly devastating floods that have repeatedly shaken its infrastructure, economy and communities. The 2010 super floods impacted over 20 million…

Health care & referral system

IN Pakistan, limited healthcare infrastructure and uneven distribution of resources often mean that patients from rural and underserved areas face significant delays in accessing tertiary…

Smoking: A slow euthanasia

Smoking, often called a form of slow euthanasia, continues to claim millions of lives worldwide. In Pakistan, smoking remains a severe health risk with staggering…

Youth innovation vs seniority struggle

THOUGH full of energy and new ideas, Pakistan’s healthcare system’s youth still has a long way to go before pursuing innovation and career advancement. Intellectual…

Combat dengue & protect environment

OUR homeland, Pakistan, is our responsibility to make clean and green. Maintain a clean and dry environment, store usable water properly, and eliminate unnecessary water…

Train, gain, maintain and sustain Keys to healthy aging and success

Aging is an inevitable aspect of life, but how we approach it can significantly impact our well-being and overall success. Embracing a holistic lifestyle that…

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