28 fatwas and a minivan to uncover hidden child deaths Pakistan is part of a network trying to investigate neonatal mortality with doorstep minimal autopsies. Published 03 Aug, 2026 11:31am
At the pharmacy, poverty reveals itself in returned boxes, unfinished treatments With incomes consumed almost entirely by food and transport, even a modest increase in drug prices places an unbearable burden. Updated 19 Jul, 2026 10:12am
Drap urged to exempt 10cc syringes from ban Pakistan Paediatric Association points out that blanket policy presents severe unintended risks to paediatric and neonatal care across the country. Updated 19 Jul, 2026 11:34am
Federal cabinet approves track and trace system to eliminate counterfeit medicines “Decision marks major, historic step towards eliminating counterfeit, fake and substandard medicines from Pakistan,” says health minister. Published 02 Jun, 2026 02:21pm
The malnourished children of 2018 are teenagers now. What's the plan? The government found out how bad Pakistan’s nutrition levels were in 2018 but its budget doesn’t reflect the concern. Updated 04 Jun, 2026 12:06pm
No room to play: A childhood denied to children with autism Autistic children are denied the simplest joys of childhood as society and public spaces remain rigidly designed for the neurotypical. Published 02 Apr, 2026 02:46pm
Yasmin Rashid labels wearable cam policy ‘headline-friendly’ sham Says cameras in gynae depts crosses a "red line"; accuses govt of choosing "surveillance" over reforms. Updated 26 Jan, 2026 08:38am
PM Shehbaz launches digital system for licensing, registering medical devices Premier criticises Drap for inordinate delays in registration process. Updated 21 Jul, 2025 09:50pm
Build state-of-the-art hospitals in major urban centres The promise is a part of the PTI's plan to "ensure the best healthcare facilities to the poor". Updated 06 Apr, 2022 08:32pm
Upscale the Sehat Insaf Card Programme The promise is a part of the PTI's "poverty alleviation drive". Updated 20 Apr, 2022 01:37pm
