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February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 thehighasia

Mother’s Milk — A Natural Nutrition for Infants

by Sadia Gulzar Breastfeeding is the lifeline of a child’s survival, growth, and emotional well-being. From the first hour after

October 9, 2025October 10, 2025 thehighasia

The rising tide of osteoarthritis in Gilgit-Baltistan

The common factors contributing to osteoarthritis include genetic inheritance, a higher Body Mass Index (BMI), joint injuries, overuse of joints, and lifestyle-related nutritional changes.

August 23, 2025August 23, 2025 thehighasia

Disasters in Gilgit-Baltistan: surge in waterborne diseases

by Sadia Gulzar Over the past month, heavy rains, cloudbursts, and flash floods in Gilgit-Baltistan have not only caused deaths

August 13, 2025August 23, 2025 thehighasia

Gilgit-Baltistan: smoking, vaping pose a growing health emergency

by Sadia Gulzar The migration of young people from Gilgit-Baltistan to distant urban centres in pursuit of academic excellence and

July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 thehighasia

Pakistan’s polio resurgence stymies global eradication efforts

Polio eradication is not just a health priority—it is a national emergency. Without urgent action, Pakistan risks reversing decades of progress, leaving future generations vulnerable to a preventable disease. The time to act is now.

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025 thehighasia

Cardiovascular disease — a growing health crisis in Gilgit-Baltistan

By Sadia Gulzar Gilgit-Baltistan, recently recognised by CNN as one of the world’s most breathtaking tourist destinations, attracts thousands of

June 21, 2025July 15, 2025 thehighasia

Maternal mortality up as Dera Bugti healthcare system collapses

54+ deaths in 15 months spotlight government inaction, systemic failures in remote areas of Balochistan News desk DERA BUGTI: A

December 4, 2023December 4, 2023 thehighasia

Oncologist for a paradigm shift in cancer treatment

Dr Azra Raza shares her groundbreaking research and explores the human experience at Habib University’s 8th Yohsin Lecture. The internationally acclaimed oncologist strongly opposed the conventional “slash-poison-burn” approach and advocated for a more cost-effective, less toxic, and efficient strategy for the future.