A Call to Action for Global Solutions to Air Quality Crisis: Urgent Actions and Innovative Solutions Needed.

Air pollution, specifically smog, has become a prevalent concern worldwide due to its association with various health risks including stroke, heart disease, lung disease, lower respiratory disorders, and cancer. The excessive use of fossil fuels and the rapidly increasing population have led to the rise in air pollution, which also increases the risk of other ailments such as diabetes and negatively impacts cognitive development in children as well as mental health. According to the World Health Organization, almost 7 million people die each year due to air pollution.

The Biochemical, Microbiological, Antioxidant and Sensory Characterization of Fermented Skimmed Milk Drinks Supplemented with Probiotics and .

A variety of foods fermented with lactic acid bacteria (LAB) serve as dietary staples in many countries. The incorporation of health-promoting probiotics into fermented milk products can have profound effects on human health. Considering the health benefits of Yakult, the current study was undertaken to develop an enriched Yakult-like fermented skimmed milk drink by the addition of two probiotic strains, namely (Lc) and (Lr).

Implementing High-Reliability Organization Principles at Biological Diagnostic Laboratories: Case Study at National Institute of Health, Islamabad.

Introduction: Healthcare organizations are complex systems where healthcare professionals, patients, biological materials, and equipment constantly interact and provide feedback with highly consequential outcomes. These are the characteristics of a complex adaptive system. Healthcare delivery requires coordination but it necessarily relies on delegation of essential functions.