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PM&DC Clarifies Its Inspection and Recognition Process

The Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) strongly rejects the misleading, selective, and factually inaccurate narrative presented in the press, and clarifies its inspection and transparent,…

Jan 26, 2026
PM&DC Reinforces Ethics
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No Federal Funds for Provincial Health Cover

The federal government has decided not to fund provincial health coverage, citing the 18th Constitutional Amendment, and has asked provinces to develop health insurance models. The…

Jan 26, 2026
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Patient Feedback Exposes Issues in Punjab Hospitals

A patient feedback report obtained by the Chief Minister’s Special Monitoring Unit has highlighted declining treatment standards at teaching hospitals across Punjab. According to the report,…

Jan 17, 2026
Medican
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Cath Labs Planned for Every District of Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a province-wide plan to establish cardiac catheterisation laboratories in every district of Punjab, bringing advanced care. On her directions,…

Jan 10, 2026
cardic
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Govt To Set Up National Vaccine Fund

The government has decided to set up National Vaccine Fund as a dedicated, professionally managed investment vehicle anchored by the State to produce vaccine locally. This…

Jan 1, 2026
Local Vaccine Production
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National Vaccine Policy Ready To Produce Vaccine

Pakistan has finalised its National Vaccine Policy, moving closer to local vaccine manufacturing and reduced dependence on imports as part of a broader health security strategy.…

Dec 31, 2025
local vaccine production
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Punjab Launches Free Critical Health Treatment

The Punjab government announced free treatment for cancer and cardiac patients, offering significant relief to those facing high costs. The provincial government will cover full expenses…

Dec 9, 2025
Medican
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CCP and DRAP Sign MoU to Strengthen Cooperation

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) and the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cooperation and strengthen oversight…

Nov 27, 2025
CCP
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Thousands Wait as Allergy Shots Run Short

A shortage of environmental allergy vaccine at the National Institute of Health has left hundreds of patients unable to receive treatment as temperatures fell. Allergy centres…

Nov 27, 2025
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