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Bangladesh Floods Claim 71 Lives, Rising Fears of Waterborne Disease

5Sep

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Global, Health

Bangladesh Floods Claim 71 Lives, Rising Fears of Waterborne Disease

Dhaka: Floods in Bangladesh have claimed 71 lives as of Tuesday, with millions still stranded in affected regions. Concerns are mounting over waterborne disease outbreaks as floodwaters slowly recede. Monsoon rains and water from upstream rivers caused the floods, which have ravaged the country for the past two weeks. Around five million people remain affected, and over 580,000 families are trapped in 11 flooded districts. These families urgently need food, clean water, medicine, and clothing. The army, navy, air force, and border guards have been working together to provide relief. Also Read: Georgia School Shooting: 14-Year-Old Kills 4, Injures 9 Officials are now focusing on preventing diseases that typically spread after floods. In the last 24 hours, healthcare workers have a...

Naswar Use Drives Surge in Oral and Dental Cancer in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

3Sep

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

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Naswar Use Drives Surge in Oral and Dental Cancer in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Health experts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have linked the excessive use of naswar, a form of smokeless tobacco, to a sharp increase in oral and dental cancer cases. In the past three months, the largest dental hospital in the province has diagnosed more than 35 patients with these serious conditions. Dr. Bashir Rehman, a leading dental surgeon, has been treating many of these patients. He expressed deep concern over the widespread use of naswar in the region. According to Dr. Bashir, about 15 to 25 percent of the population uses naswar regularly, often without understanding the severe health risks involved. Naswar contains harmful chemicals, including lime, which directly contribute to the development of cancer. Both local and branded varieties have become increasingly popular, further f...

What a Weekend Snooze Could Do for Your Heart Health

1Sep

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

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What a Weekend Snooze Could Do for Your Heart Health

A busy week can disrupt even the best sleep plans, causing many of us to catch up on sleep during the weekend. New research suggests that making up for lost sleep on weekends might benefit your heart health. According to a recent study, people who catch up on sleep over the weekend could lower their risk of heart disease by 19%. The study analyzed data from over 90,000 participants in the UK Biobank, a health study that tracks individuals’ well-being. Researchers used activity monitors to measure participants' sleep and divided them into groups based on how much they made up for lost sleep on weekends. The group that caught up the most on sleep saw a 19% lower risk of developing heart conditions, including heart disease and stroke, compared to those who caught up the least. This eff...

Balochistan Issues High Alert Amid Rising Monkeypox Threat

21Aug

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Health, Latest, Pakistan

Balochistan Issues High Alert Amid Rising Monkeypox Threat

The Health Department of Balochistan has raised a high alert across the province, focusing on borders, entry and exit routes, and airports due to the increasing threat of monkeypox. This move aims to prevent the virus from spreading within the region. The health Director General (DG) instructed district health officers (DHOs) in key areas, including Quetta, Kech, Gwadar, Hub, Chaman, and Chagai, to monitor these critical transit points closely. These locations play a significant role in controlling any potential spread of the virus, making them essential for heightened surveillance. The Health Department's letter urged officials to closely monitor all entrance points in border districts. The authorities also issued high alerts for airports and crucial border areas like Gwadar, Turba...

Mpox Declared a Public Health Emergency in Africa

13Aug

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Global, Health

Mpox Declared a Public Health Emergency in Africa

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) declared a public health emergency of continental security on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, due to the escalating mpox outbreak across the continent. The Africa CDC made this decision in response to a significant increase in mpox cases, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations like children and sex workers. Mpox is a highly contagious disease previously known as monkeypox. It has been declared a public health emergency in Africa by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). This decision comes as a new, more dangerous strain of the virus rapidly spreads across the continent. As of August 4, 2024, Africa has reported 38,465 mpox cases and 1,456 deaths since January 2022. This year alone, au...