Punjab’s major healthcare initiatives have reached a significant milestone, with over 21 million people benefiting from field hospitals and Clinics on Wheels across the province, officials informed Maryam Nawaz Sharif during a high-level meeting. According to a briefing by Provincial Health Secretary Nadia Saqib, the province has made rapid progress in expanding healthcare access. Mobile…
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has been informed by the Punjab Specialised Healthcare and Medical Education Department that teaching hospitals across the province currently have 1,785 ventilators, with plans to procure an additional 500 ICU ventilators in the upcoming financial year 2025–26. The details were shared in a progress report submitted to the court during…
The Government of Punjab has officially resumed the recruitment process for health inspectors after a temporary suspension, marking a significant step toward strengthening the province’s public health infrastructure. Health inspectors play a vital role in maintaining hygiene standards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations across various sectors, including food outlets, hospitals, clinics, and other public…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department has issued a high alert across the province after the number of mpox cases increased to 26. Health officials have directed hospitals and healthcare facilities to remain vigilant and closely monitor suspected cases in order to prevent the spread of the viral disease. According to the official statement, medical staff…
Authorities have successfully busted a factory involved in the production of fake and adulterated milk in Islamabad, averting a potential public health crisis ahead of the holy month of Ramazan. The operation was jointly carried out by the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) and the Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) after receiving credible intelligence about illegal milk…
