Analysis of attitudes and practices toward gastroesophageal reflux disease among the general population of Pakistan.

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a growing health concern. In this cross-sectional study, participants' knowledge, attitude and practice toward GERD were assessed using a questionnaire. In our study of 411 participants, 92.

Probiotic formulations and gastro-intestinal diseases in the paediatric population: a narrative review.

Background/aim: Probiotics are live microbial supplements that improve the microbial balance in the host animal when administered in adequate amounts. They play an important role in relieving symptoms of many diseases associated with gastrointestinal tract, for example, in necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), antibiotic-associated diarrhea, relapsing Clostridium difficile colitis, Helicobacter pylori infections, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In this narrative review, the authors aim to evaluate the role of different probiotic formulations in treating gastrointestinal diseases in pediatric population aged 18 years or younger and highlight the main considerations for selecting probiotic formulations for use in this population.

Saffron extract as an emerging novel therapeutic option in reproduction and sexual health: recent advances and future prospectives.

Saffron, derived from Crocus sativus, is gaining research attention for potential therapeutic applications. Its diverse clinical applications extend to cardiovascular health, diabetes management, sleep quality, psychiatric illnesses, and rheumatoid arthritis. Saffron's positive effects on blood pressure, glucose levels, cognitive function, and inflammatory markers contribute to its versatility.

Recent outbreak of diphtheria in Pakistan; short communication.

Diphtheria, a vaccine-preventable bacterial infection caused by usually starts with sore throat and fever and often results in breathing difficulties, heart rhythm problems, and rarely membranous pharyngitis. Although nursing these complications can help most people survive diphtheria, but it can be deadly in 5-10% of cases with higher death rates observed in children under 5 years of age or adults above 40. For the year 2022, 92 cases have been reported by seven European countries.

Panantiviral agents: implications for treating cancers associated with oncoviruses.

Tweetable abstract Panantiviral agents have emerged as a promising class of drugs for cancer therapy, targeting multiple oncoviruses simultaneously. Challenges include drug resistance, safety and developing specific inhibitors. Future research should focus on viral transcription regulators and new panantivirals.

Neonatal and child health crises due to recent floods in Pakistan.

Neonates and children are more vulnerable to the negative impact of flood-related changes and may have a variety of detrimental negative impacts on their health. They are more prone to get various infectious diseases. They are also more vulnerable to malnutrition during floods.

Various health-related challenges amidst recent floods in Pakistan; strategies for future prevention and control.

Floods catastrophes are the most frequent hazards globally. According to the Center for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED), a total of 432 catastrophic events were recorded in 2021, among which flood dominated with 223 occurrences alone. Flood catastrophes have significantly increased morbidity and mortality universally.