Transforming Child Health: How Community Incentives Drive Breakthroughs in Pakistan

Transforming Child Health: How Community Incentives Drive Breakthroughs in Pakistan

ByRayyan Jamil

A groundbreaking study published in The Lancet Global Health reveals how community-driven incentives can greatly improve child health outcomes in rural Pakistan. The Community Mobilization and Community Incentivization- (CoMIC) trial, conducted by researchers from Aga Khan University’s Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD), offers a transformative model for addressing preventable illnesses such as childhood…

QNET's Falah Strengthens Its Dedication to Health and Wellness as Gold Sponsor of Indus Hospital

QNET’s Falah Strengthens Its Dedication to Health and Wellness as Gold Sponsor of Indus Hospital

ByRayyan Jamil

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness-focused direct-selling company, alongside its esteemed Pakistani entity, Falah, proudly reaffirms its commitment to supporting crucial healthcare initiatives and community welfare in Pakistan as the Gold Sponsor of the Indus Hospital and Health Network. As a Gold Sponsor, QNET’s support for the Indus Hospital underscores its belief in healthcare’s transformative…

UK provides Marie Stopes Society’s Roshni with Mobile Health Unit in Lahore

UK provides Marie Stopes Society’s Roshni with Mobile Health Unit in Lahore

ByRayyan Jamil

Head of the British High Commission’s Lahore Office, Ben Warrington, inaugurated the Roshni+ Mobile Health Unit launch by the Marie Stopes, Society (MSS). Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) have supported the initiative. The fully equipped unit offers long-term and short-term family planning methods, counselling, sugar and pregnancy tests, and outpatient medical services. The unit…

AKU's 10th Annual Surgical Conference Focuses on Innovations in Surgical Care and Patient Safety

AKU’s 10th Annual Surgical Conference Focuses on Innovations in Surgical Care and Patient Safety

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University (AKU), Department of Surgery, proudly celebrated a milestone with its 10th Annual Surgical Conference, marking a decade of leadership and innovation in the surgical field. The two-day event, brought together a distinguished lineup of both international and national experts who engaged in discussions on transformative advancements in surgical care. Held under…

Now Open: Vogue Dental and Aesthetics Clinic in Lahore – Transforming Smiles and Skin with Advanced Care
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Now Open: Vogue Dental and Aesthetics Clinic in Lahore – Transforming Smiles and Skin with Advanced Care

ByRayyan Jamil

The Vogue Dental and Aesthetics Clinic opened its doors on 17 December 2024 in Lahore. The grand launch event was attended by a number of celebrities and YouTubers. Following a series of captivating social media posts coming soon, banners have left a large audience anxious, further fueling the anticipation. The clinic is co-owned by Dr….

Dr. Reckeweg Germany Celebrates 50 Years of Partnership with Dr. Salim Ahmed & Co. in Pakistan

Dr. Reckeweg Germany Celebrates 50 Years of Partnership with Dr. Salim Ahmed & Co. in Pakistan

ByRayyan Jamil

Homeopathy is a natural form of treatment that is rapidly gaining popularity and has a very positive impact on patients’ health due to its lack of side effects.” These thoughts were shared by Dr. David Reckeweg at the Golden Jubilee event of Dr. Reckeweg Germany and Dr. Salim Ahmed & Co. He further emphasized that…

Time for Change: Pakistan Called to Mirror Sweden’s Path to Smoke-Free Success

Time for Change: Pakistan Called to Mirror Sweden’s Path to Smoke-Free Success

ByRayyan Jamil

IRADA Pakistan (The Initiative on Risk-Reduction and Dependable Alternatives) has urged Pakistan to take inspiration from Sweden, which has become the first nation in the world to achieve official ‘smoke-free’ status, according to sensational new data. Swedes have hit this historic milestone 16 years ahead of the European Union target—while most of their fellow member…

Global Experts Urge End to Lead Use in Landmark Health Study

Global Experts Urge End to Lead Use in Landmark Health Study

ByRayyan Jamil

Aga Khan University’s Dr Zafar Fatmi has co-authored a new paper published in the Lancet Planetary Health, highlighting the urgent need to eliminate lead from the global economy. The study, led by Stanford University and co-authored by experts from renowned institutions including AKU, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, University of Southern California, and…

Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies Essential to Save Lives in Pakistan

Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies Essential to Save Lives in Pakistan

ByRayyan Jamil

The Initiative on Risk-reduction & Dependable Alternatives (IRADA) hosted its third-round table discussion, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders, including public health officials, experts, NGOs, medical associations, media, and local community members. The primary focus of the discussion was to explore innovative solutions to reduce the health consequences of smoking. Participants at the round…

WaterAid Pakistan Marks Global Handwashing Day 2024 with a Call for Collective Action on Hygiene

WaterAid Pakistan Marks Global Handwashing Day 2024 with a Call for Collective Action on Hygiene

ByRayyan Jamil

WaterAid Pakistan held a significant event today in Lahore to commemorate Global Handwashing Day, underscoring the vital importance of hand hygiene in preventing diseases and safeguarding public health. This year’s theme, “Why Are Clean Hands Still Important?”, emphasizes the ongoing necessity for handwashing practices in homes, schools, communities, and workplaces. The event drew key stakeholders,…

AKUH Clifton Medical Services Sets New Standard with SHC License

AKUH Clifton Medical Services Sets New Standard with SHC License

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University Hospital’s (AKUH) Clifton Medical Services (CMS) formally received the Sindh Healthcare Commission License on Friday, 4 October 2024. The recognition underscores AKUH’s commitment to enforcing the Sindh Service Delivery Standards (SSDS) and delivering healthcare services that meet global standards. CMS is AKUH’s flagship outpatient medical center in Clifton, Karachi and is…

AKU and Roche, Pakistan’s joint efforts bring relief to cancer patients

AKU and Roche, Pakistan’s joint efforts bring relief to cancer patients

ByRayyan Jamil

On September 30, 2024, the leadership and healthcare professionals of the Aga Khan University came together to celebrate the generosity of Roche, Pakistan, in providing access to cancer care at AKU’s Hospital in Karachi. Since 2018, Roche Pakistan under its access programme, has provided medicines to patients at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), ensuring…

The Aga Khan University Hospital Rallies the Community for Heart Health

The Aga Khan University Hospital Rallies the Community for Heart Health

ByRayyan Jamil

In celebration of World Heart Month, the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) hosted two major community events, “Mini Marathon” and “World Heart Day Ride”, led by Dr Saulat Fatimi, Section Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery at AKUH, in collaboration with the cycling group Docs on Wheels. Together, these events aimed at promoting heart health and wellness…

The Aga Khan University Hospital’s Nurse Becomes Pakistan’s First DAISY Award Winner

The Aga Khan University Hospital’s Nurse Becomes Pakistan’s First DAISY Award Winner

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University Hospital’s (AKUH) Head Nurse of Daycare Oncology, Ms Amber Hussain, has been awarded the prestigious DAISY Nurse Leaders Award. She becomes the first nurse from Pakistan to get this international award that recognises, honours and celebrates the compassion and skills nurses bring to their patients every day. The award was presented…

AKU alumna returns to Pakistan after 30 years as Dean

AKU alumna returns to Pakistan after 30 years as Dean

ByRayyan Jamil

Dr Salimah Walani has been named the next Dean of the Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Pakistan, effective August 1, 2024, as announced by AKU Provost and Vice President, Academic, Dr Tania Bubela. The appointment follows a thorough and competitive recruitment process, which was facilitated by an international search firm and overseen…

LEAZY VENTURE OF ENGINEERS’ SALE/PURCHASE BY PEC MAFIA EXPOSED
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LEAZY VENTURE OF ENGINEERS’ SALE/PURCHASE BY PEC MAFIA EXPOSED

ByRayyan Jamil

Engineer Zahoor Sarwar (PhD) Member Governing Body Pakistan Engineering Council has exposed sleazy venture of engineers’ sale/purchase by PEC Mafia in a press conference held at Lahore press club on 1st August 2024. He explained that Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) is a statuary body formed by passing an act through parliament of Pakistan in 1976….

PTC and CDA’s ‘Throw and Grow’ Campaign is Revolutionizing Margalla Hills’ Ecology
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PTC and CDA’s ‘Throw and Grow’ Campaign is Revolutionizing Margalla Hills’ Ecology

ByRayyan Jamil

Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) Limited and the Capital Development Authority (CDA) have launched a collaborative initiative, “Throw and Grow,” to promote the greenery of Islamabad’s iconic Margalla hills. This campaign aims to engage hikers and visitors in contributing to the region’s ecological growth. At the entrance points of Trail 3 and Trail 5, stalls offering…

AKU's 10th Annual Surgical Conference Focuses on Innovations in Surgical Care and Patient Safety

AKU-EB’s Role in Developing Global Standards in Educational Assessment Recognised

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU-EB) proudly announces its significant contribution to the development of the International Standards for Educational Assessment, recently launched by the International Association for Education Assessment (IAEA) in May 2024. These globally accepted standards set benchmarks for best practices in examinations and assessments worldwide. Aligned with IAEA’s vision, these standards…

FrieslandCampina Institute Launches as a Trusted Platform for Healthcare Professionals

FrieslandCampina Institute Launches as a Trusted Platform for Healthcare Professionals

ByRayyan Jamil

The FrieslandCampina Institute was officially launched in Pakistan by Kashan Hasan, Managing Director of FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited (FCEPL). The inauguration ceremony, held at the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad, marks a significant milestone in advancing healthcare professionals’ education and nutritional awareness across the region. The Institute in Pakistan aims to equip local healthcare professionals with…

World Environment Day: Pakistan’s Bold Steps Towards Climate Resilience and Land Restoration

World Environment Day: Pakistan’s Bold Steps Towards Climate Resilience and Land Restoration

ByRayyan Jamil

Prime Minister’s Climate Change Coordinator, Romina Khurshid Alam, commended the Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination’s (MoCC&EC) Ozone Cell for training Customs & Enforcement Officers on the Montreal Protocol and HCFC control in Pakistan on the World Environment Day. She hopes this training will aid in curbing the climate menace. The event, organized by…

AKU unveils plans to establish CVD intervention centres in rural Sindh

AKU unveils plans to establish CVD intervention centres in rural Sindh

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University’s Center for IMPACT for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Studies held an inception meeting where it laid out its research and development plans to combat the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases, mostly in rural Sindh. Prof Zainab Samad, Chair of the Department of Medicine at AKU, who presided over the meeting said, “While…

AKU, WHO, and UNICEF stress the need to save youth from non-communicable diseases

AKU, WHO, and UNICEF stress the need to save youth from non-communicable diseases

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University’s Department of Community Health Sciences (CHS) has kicked off a three-day conference to discuss and resolve adolescent health issues, with participation from the World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). The conference, titled “Healthy Futures: Preventing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Young Hearts and Minds,” sheds light on…

Impact of Federal Excise Duty Adjustments on Pakistan's Cigarette Industry: LUMS Study Reveals Critical Findings
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Impact of Federal Excise Duty Adjustments on Pakistan’s Cigarette Industry: LUMS Study Reveals Critical Findings

ByRayyan Jamil

A recent study by the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), titled ‘Impact of Taxation on the Cigarette Sector in Pakistan’, has uncovered a pressing issue that demands immediate attention-the impact of tax policies, particularly Federal Excise Duty (FED) adjustments, on Pakistan’s cigarette industry which is causing more loss to government in revenues loss than…

Aga Khan University's (CIME) Hosts Groundbreaking SIMPACT 2024 Conference

Aga Khan University’s (CIME) Hosts Groundbreaking SIMPACT 2024 Conference

ByRayyan Jamil

The Aga Khan University Centre for Innovation in Medical Education (CIME) launched its first-ever international conference, SIMPACT 2024, in Karachi, Pakistan, and Nairobi, Kenya. SIMPACT 2024 brings together a diverse array of simulation professionals, including doctors, nurses, educators, researchers, engineers, students, expert and industry leaders, to revolutionize healthcare education for  a safer and more skilled…

Pakistan Faces Significant Revenue Loss Due to Illegal Cigarette Sales, NUST Report Reveals
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Pakistan Faces Significant Revenue Loss Due to Illegal Cigarette Sales, NUST Report Reveals

ByRayyan Jamil

Current excise duty structure on tobacco products had pushed the consumers to down-trade from legally compliant cigarette brands to illegal tax-evaded brands easily available all across Pakistan, because of which the national exchequer was expected to face a revenue loss of around PKR310b annually with illicit cigarette brands having more than 60% of the total…

The Coca-Cola Foundation and charity: water Partner to Bring Clean and Safe Water to Communities in Pakistan

The Coca-Cola Foundation and charity: water Partner to Bring Clean and Safe Water to Communities in Pakistan

ByRayyan Jamil

charity: water, a non-profit organization bringing clean and safe water to people around the world, has received support from The Coca-Cola Foundation to launch a transformative clean water project in the Balochistan province in Pakistan. The project aims to support 372 new and rehabilitated community water points to ensure access to clean and safe water…

USSEC’s Pitch2Fork Spotlights Startups Leading in Protein Innovation

ByRayyan Jamil

Right to Protein powered by the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) hosted its second Pitch2Fork program in Dubai, UAE. With a focus on innovations in the protein industry, this platform provided a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs across Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan to pitch their rising businesses to a panel of investors. Shortlisted companies that leveraged…

UK Study Warns Banning Disposable Vapes Could Harm 2.6 Million People
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UK Study Warns Banning Disposable Vapes Could Harm 2.6 Million People

ByRayyan Jamil

A new study published by the journal Public Health has indicated that banning disposable vapes may negatively impact 2.6 million people as well as discourage the use of e-cigarettes from then on in the United Kingdom. This research comes from a recent discussion among UK officials to ban disposable vapes to prevent minors from becoming…

Groundbreaking Collaboration to Reduce Burden of Diabetes in Pakistan through Dream Diabetes and SMILE

Groundbreaking Collaboration to Reduce Burden of Diabetes in Pakistan through Dream Diabetes and SMILE

ByRayyan Jamil

Considering the current economic challenges and to ensure access to healthcare, Getz Pharma and M.E.D Consultants signed an MOU for the project Dream Diabetes: SMILE (Simplifying the Life of People with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus). This initiative is designed to simplify the lives of underprivileged individuals living with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) through free…

Bridging the Evidence Gap for Children and Adolescents’ Health

Bridging the Evidence Gap for Children and Adolescents’ Health

ByRayyan Jamil

In a groundbreaking article published in the prestigious Nature Medicine journal, experts from various parts of the world collaborated to address evidence gaps for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in children and adolescents. Notable experts, including Dr Zulfiqar Bhutta and Dr Jai Das from the Institute for Global Health and Development at Aga Khan University (IGHD-AKU) in…