Scientists are raising alarms about free-living amoebae, tiny organisms naturally present in soil and water, which in rare cases can trigger deadly infections in humans. A primary concern is Naegleria fowleri, known as the “brain-eating amoeba,” capable of causing a rapid and usually fatal brain infection when contaminated warm freshwater enters the nose. Although infections remain uncommon,

Doctors in the Netherlands have documented an unusual medical case involving a 17-year-old boy who awoke from routine knee surgery unable to speak or understand his native Dutch, communicating only in English. The teenager, who had primarily learned English through school education, initially failed to recognize his parents and showed no comprehension of his first language following the

Pak-China Friendship Hospital in Gwadar provided critical healthcare services to over 432,000 patients in 2025, highlighting its role as a vital medical facility for low-income residents of the port city and surrounding areas of Balochistan. The hospital offers free medical care, making it a key resource for underserved communities and contributing significantly to public health in the region.

Health authorities in the Rawalpindi division have reported cases of Super Flu (Influenza AH3), prompting increased surveillance and preventive measures, reported on Monday. According to the Health Department, the situation remains under control, with the spread of the virus currently limited.

Lahore General Hospital (LGH) is set to introduce the advanced Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) technique for kidney stone removal, marking a major milestone in public-sector urology services in Pakistan. This state-of-the-art procedure allows for minimally invasive, incision-free treatment, significantly reducing patient recovery time.

Kuwait has announced a ban on the sale and distribution of energy drinks, citing growing concerns over their negative impact on public health, particularly among children and young people. The decision follows warnings from health authorities about the widespread consumption of high-caffeine beverages and their potential long-term consequences. Officials say the move is part of a broader

A recent study by the American Psychological Association (APA) has identified a significant link between short-form video consumption and a neurocognitive condition often described as “brain rot.” Far from being just a humorous online phrase, researchers confirm that this syndrome can measurably impact cognitive performance and daily functioning.

The National Institute of Health has issued a precautionary advisory on the prevention and management of seasonal influenza after a noticeable rise in H3N2 cases reported both globally and within Pakistan. Health authorities have urged provincial health departments, hospitals, and relevant institutions to take timely preventive and control measures to limit the spread of the virus during the

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Health Department has issued an urgent advisory to all hospitals and healthcare facilities across the province, warning of a potential outbreak of seasonal influenza (H3N2) and providing detailed guidelines for early detection, patient management, and laboratory testing.

Pakistan has marked a major medical breakthrough by successfully performing its first scar-free kidney stone removal using the Non-Touch Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) technique. The procedure was led by Dr. Shabbir Hussain Chaudhry, who utilized advanced flexible ureteroscopes and high-precision laser technology to eliminate kidney stones without any direct instrument contact with the