The Punjab government has approved a comprehensive “Disease Prevention Programme” aimed at reducing the spread of major illnesses across the province. The initiative received formal approval from Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during a high-level meeting held in Lahore. Read More: Punjab launches historic health screening drive for special children According to an official statement, the programme […]
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Pims employees oppose proposal to make cardiac centre autonomous
Employees of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) have warned of resistance against a proposal to make the hospital’s cardiac centre an autonomous body. They fear the move could pave the way for privatisation and affect free treatment for patients. According to officials, a meeting of the committee formed to examine the establishment of […]
China to cover all childbirth pocket medical expenses from 2026
China announced that it will cover all out-of-pocket medical expenses related to childbirth starting next year, as part of efforts to encourage more young couples to start families. The national healthcare security administration said the policy will include prenatal checkups and other medical services associated with childbirth. Read More: China to pay parents $500 a […]