Council clears backlog of 175,000 cases, expands regional offices for easier access The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has announced a major breakthrough in its digital transformation drive as it cuts case processing time to just three to four days. It cleas a backlog of more than 175,000 applications. The initiative marks a significant…
Citi Pharma Limited (CPHL) has posted a profit of Rs 213 million during the 4QFY25 which is up 40 % compared to the same period last year. The company announced 4QFY25 results on Thursday, where in company posted earnings of Rs213mn (EPS Rs0.93) as compared to net earnings of Rs152mn (EPS Rs0.67) during the same…
The Punjab government has rolled out free dialysis services across multiple hospitals in Sargodha Division under the Chief Minister’s Dialysis Program, targeting kidney patients directly. This critical initiative is designed to provide life-saving treatment for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease, ensuring access without the financial stress of medical costs. In Sargodha district, free dialysis…
Islamabad: The Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) has announced that over 140,000 applicants have registered for the Medical & Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025, which will be conducted nationwide as well as at designated only one international centers i.e, Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). Earlier, the MDCAT examination was scheduled to be held on October…
The Punjab Government has issued clear instructions for citizens to check their Sehat Card eligibility amid confusion about the health scheme. Officials confirmed that the Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) now functions as the Sehat Card. Patients can present their CNIC at any designated private hospital to receive free treatment under the programme. To verify…
The government has sought input from Intelligence agencies to appoint Federal Inspector of Drugs (FIDs) and their area of jurisdiction under the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP). The cabinet, in a recent meeting, has approved the appointment of new Federal Inspectors of Drugs (FIDs) and notified their areas of jurisdiction under the Drug Regulatory…
Major cities across Pakistan face a looming dengue outbreak as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a high-risk alert for the post-monsoon period beginning September 20. Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, and Peshawar have been marked as the most vulnerable urban centers. Flooding and heavy rainfall have left behind stagnant water in low-lying areas,…
Islamabad: The President of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) Prof.Dr.Rizwan Taj has directed all universities to take complete measures to ensure that the upcoming Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) is conducted transparently. The Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) for the year 2024 is scheduled to take place on September…
M. Waqar Bhatti Islamabad: Over 80 percent of women who give Breast Milk Substitute (BMS) or formula milk to their children immediately after birth say they were advised to do so by healthcare professionals or hospital staff, public health experts revealed on Wednesday. “More than 80 percent of mothers in a survey reported being advised…
Staff Report: Topline Securities hosted Pakistan Pharma Invest 2024, where the third session featured Lucky Core Industries (LCI) Limited. The speaker of the session was Mr. Atif Aboobukar, CFO of LCI. Regarding the pharmaceutical business, management communicated that 70% of the current portfolio is non-essential. With the addition of Pfizer’s portfolio, the non-essential component will…