In modern society, the concept of idolatry might seem archaic, conjuring images of people worshiping statues and golden calves. However, the essence of idolatry is far more contemporary and personal than one might initially think. Idols of the heart refer to anything that occupies the place of God in our lives. As a counselor, when … Read more
The Alinity m MPXV assay is a real-time PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test that enables detection of monkeypox virus DNA from human skin lesion swabs. It is manufactured by Abbott Molecular Inc, an American company, and specifically designed for use by trained clinical laboratory personnel. ‘A significant milestone’ “This first mpox diagnostic test listed under … Read more
Donald Trump’s re-election to the presidency has put his health and stamina into focus. While past presidents have appeared to age quickly during their administrations, experts say Trump maintains high levels of energy and vitality eight years after he was first elected president. From his nomination in mid-March 2024 until the election on Nov. 5, … Read more
If you’re avoiding all of your dark clothing, and a hat has suddenly become a necessary accessory, it might be time to face the facts: You have dandruff. It’s annoying, it’s frustrating and it’s embarrassing, but the good news is that it’s not that hard to get rid of. Dandruff is not contagious, and it’s … Read more
Health worker giving polio drops to a child in a city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. — UNICEF/ File NIH says two new cases of wild poliovirus are of type 1. Poliovirus crippled a girl, boy in Lakki Marwat, DI Khan. Balochistan reports highest number of cases this year. KARACHI/ISLAMABAD: The National Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on … Read more
The warning comes from UN children’s agency UNICEF which said levels of severe wasting in children under five remain gravely high in several countries due to conflict, economic shocks and climate crises. Deadly condition Severe wasting – also known as severe acute malnutrition – is caused by a lack of nutritious and safe foods and … Read more
Ivanka Trump, the second child of President-Elect Donald Trump, shared life lessons she’s learned over the years to commemorate her recent birthday. On October 30, Ivanka Trump turned 43 years old. She took to X a few days later to share tips and insights she’s learned and come to cherish throughout the years. The first … Read more
A lady health worker administers polio drops to students at school during a polio eradication campaign in Hyderabad on January 8, 2024. — Online Health authorities on Wednesday confirmed that a fresh poliovirus case was reported in Balochistan’s Chagai district, pushing the country’s total tally to 43 of this year. The Poliovirus Type-1 (WPV1) was detected in … Read more
In continuation of the alarming spread of poliovirus, the country’s total tally for the ongoing year has risen to 41 after wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) was detected in a 42-month-old girl from Loralai District, Balochistan. Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) has said that the child experienced the onset of paralysis on October 8 and laboratory … Read more
The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022, as published this week in The Lancet. That’s more than four times the number of people who had the disease in 1990, according to a Thursday announcement from the World Health Organization … Read more