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Author: Urooj Niazi
Urooj is an education and health reporter who writes about climate awareness, diseases, pollution, and educational development.

Urooj Niazi

Urooj is an education and health reporter who writes about climate awareness, diseases, pollution, and educational development.

Pakistan’s MDCAT 2026 Set For September 20 Under Revised Examination System 

Pakistan’s MDCAT 2026 Set For September 20 Under Revised Examination System 

Pakistan’s Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026 is planned for September 20, 2026, with a revised examination system aimed at enhancing security and minimising the chances of disruptions. The Pakistan Medical and Dental

Pakistan Renews Push To Achieve Complete Polio Eradication Nationwide 

Pakistan Renews Push To Achieve Complete Polio Eradication Nationwide 

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has again stated that the government is fully committed to Pakistan polio eradication. Sustained vaccination, effective monitoring and close coordination between federal and provincial authorities are critical to successful eradication, and

Pakistan’s Health System Needs Action Before Crisis Becomes Catastrophe 

Pakistan’s Health System Needs Action Before Crisis Becomes Catastrophe 

Pakistan’s health system is facing a mix of financial, environmental and structural pressures that could worsen existing Pakistan health system challenges. The underfunding, repeated climate shocks and heavy reliance on hospital-based treatment have heavily burdened

Why Balochistan’s Polio Vaccination Drive Needs Sustained Community Support 

Why Balochistan’s Polio Vaccination Drive Needs Sustained Community Support 

Government planning, trained vaccinators and medical supplies are all needed for Balochistan polio vaccination campaigns, but successful delivery at the household level also depends heavily on public trust and cooperation. The geography of the province,

Understanding Malaria Risks And Prevention Measures In Sindh 

Understanding Malaria Risks And Prevention Measures In Sindh 

Mosquito activity may be increased in riverine communities, agricultural areas, and areas exposed to monsoon flooding where malaria in Sindh remains a concern due to standing water for long periods. Enhancements in surveillance, diagnosis and

Aga Khan University Wins International Healthcare Simulation Excellence Award 

Aga Khan University Wins International Healthcare Simulation Excellence Award 

Another feather in the cap of Pakistan’s medical education as Aga Khan University gets international recognition for its contribution to healthcare simulation and health professions education. The Centre for Innovation in Medical Education in Karachi,

Swat University Senate Approves Rs501 Million Budget for 2026-27 

Swat University Senate Approves Rs501 Million Budget for 2026-27 

On August 20, 2026, senior officials of the university and the province met at the fifth meeting of the Senate to review the Swat University budget 2026-27, the institution’s financial situation and future priorities. The

Why Punjab Schools Need Stronger Smog Protection Measures for Students 

Why Punjab Schools Need Stronger Smog Protection Measures for Students 

With recurring episodes of smog, Punjab schools smog has become a more and more important public policy issue for school safety. Classroom ventilation, outdoor activities, school timings and emergency measures are important components of air-pollution

Why Chemical Testing Matters for Fair and Accurate Drug Sentencing in Pakistan 

Why Chemical Testing Matters for Fair and Accurate Drug Sentencing in Pakistan 

Chemical testing Pakistan provides scientific evidence to courts, rather than depending on seizure records or initial field evaluations. This is especially an issue in cases involving large amounts of alleged narcotics, which can lead to

Can Pakistan’s Dengue Prevention Strategy Keep Ahead of Rising Seasonal Risks? 

Can Pakistan’s Dengue Prevention Strategy Keep Ahead of Rising Seasonal Risks? 

Pakistan dengue prevention strategy is entering another difficult phase, with changing weather patterns, urban expansion and irregular rainfall creating favourable conditions for the Aedes mosquitoes. The disease continues to be a recurring Public Health Problem,