Health

Kaneez Fatima’s Fight for Women’s Health and Cervical Cancer Awareness in Gilgit-Baltistan

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Kaneez Fatima's Fight for Women's Health and Cervical Cancer Awareness in Gilgit-Baltistan

In the remote valleys of Gilgit-Baltistan, where glaciers dominate the landscape and climate-induced disasters threaten isolated communities, access to essential healthcare remains a persistent challenge for women and adolescent girls. Geographical isolation, inadequate medical facilities, limited educational opportunities and deeply rooted social stigma intersect to create barriers to menstrual health, reproductive healthcare and preventive screening. … Read more

Beyond the Diagnosis: Sania’s Year-Long Battle to Uncover a Hidden Pituitary Tumor

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Woman and Pituitary Tumor Medical Illustration

For 22-year-old Sania, the dream of becoming a mother became the beginning of a prolonged and deeply distressing medical journey. What initially appeared to be difficulty conceiving gradually unfolded into a complex health struggle that affected her physical wellbeing, memory, speech and everyday life. . As she tried to understand why she was unable to … Read more

Depression during Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Patients

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Breast cancer is not only a physically taxing illness but also a profoundly emotional and psychological challenge.

Breast cancer is not only a physically taxing illness but also a profoundly emotional and psychological challenge. Among the numerous hurdles breast cancer patients face, one of the most significant yet often under-discussed is depression during chemotherapy. As research and clinical data have shown, the emotional toll of cancer treatment can exacerbate physical suffering and … Read more

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Call to Action for Pakistan

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October is globally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness about the disease, encourage early detection, and support patients and survivors. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women worldwide, and despite medical advances, it continues to claim hundreds of thousands of lives each year. According to the World Health … Read more

Life After Chemotherapy Challenges Adjustments Recovery

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Life After Chemotherapy Challenges Adjustments Recovery

Chemotherapy is a powerful tool in the fight against cancer, but its effects often linger long after the treatment ends. While many individuals are fortunate to achieve remission or a significant reduction in their cancer through chemotherapy, the road to recovery is often fraught with physical, emotional, and psychological challenges. The post-chemotherapy phase is a … Read more

Breaking the Stigma: Promoting Mental Health Awareness and Advocacy

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Have you ever felt the weight of silence around mental health struggles? It’s time to shatter the stigma and let the light in on this vital conversation. Imagine a world where seeking help for mental health is as natural as getting a band-aid for a cut and imagine a world where seeking help for mental … Read more

The Unseen Resilience: Neuroplasticity in the Shadows of War, Rape, and Trauma

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Probing the complex realms of rape, trauma, and war reveals a remarkable journey toward resiliency and transformation. Considering the horrific struggles that victims endure, neuroplasticity—the brain’s capacity to rearrange itself by creating new neural connections remains a remarkable phenomenon. Survivors of horrific crimes like war rape must negotiate a complex world where the wounds of … Read more

Alarming Breast Cancer in Central Asia and Pakistan with Collaborative Solutions

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Alarming Breast Cancer in Central Asia and Pakistan with Collaborative Solutions

Abstract Breast cancer is a severe health concern in Central Asia and Pakistan, compounded by fast rising incidence rates caused by changing lifestyles and diets. One in nine women in Pakistan have a lifetime risk of diagnosis, making it the country with the highest incidence among Asian nations. According to the World Health Organization, cancer … Read more

World Health Day 2024 – My Health, My Right

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 Ramadan in United States, Embracing Diversity and Community

On this World Health Day, we reflect on the unparalleled value of good health. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO), this annual event celebrates physical, mental, and emotional well-being across the globe. The theme for this year, “My Health, My Right,” resonates deeply as we recognize that the right to health is increasingly under threat. From quality health services, to … Read more

A health worker’s tireless journey towards a Polio-Free Pakistan

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Quetta native Noor Jahan, a health worker, becomes an inspiration in the continuous battle against polio as she risks her life by traveling great distances to vaccinate nomadic children. Her unwavering dedication makes her a true advocate in the ongoing global campaign to eradicate polio. Noor Jahan’s passion illustrates the strength and determination needed to … Read more

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