Category : Disease Prevention


Polio Missed Children in KP Drop by 1.2%

The number of missed children in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa declined by about 1.2%, from 81,206 to 74,815, due to focused quality improvement initiatives and enhanced vaccination coverage.

PCOS Renamed to PMOS After 14-Year Global Effort

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) by The Lancet after 14 years of collaboration, aiming to better reflect its hormonal and metabolic nature.

Pakistan Sees Major Drop in Child Stunting

Pakistan has achieved a significant reduction in child stunting rates, marking a major public health success. The decline is attributed to improved nutrition programs and healthcare access.

Over 19,000 Lab Analyses in 2025 by NCEC

The National Center for Environmental Compliance performed over 19,000 laboratory analyses in 2025, including water and soil sampling, to monitor pollution and enforce environmental regulations.

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