Dr Asif Maqsood Butt

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

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

  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)…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

IN a vast and complex world, it’s easy to underestimate the impact of one individual. Yet, throughout history, countless individuals have proven that the power…