Health

Spike in measles, chickenpox & mumps cases among children in Karachi

Published by
Web Desk

KARACHI: Cases of measles, chickenpox and mumps have started increasing among children in Karachi.

According to officials, the symptoms of measles, chickenpox and mumps include fever, body aches and skin rashes.

Officials say that 3 to 4 children are being brought to the OPD of government hospitals every day with these symptoms.

According to medical experts, the spread of viral infections increases during the changing season, children should be vaccinated, especially against measles and chickenpox, on time.

Web Desk

Recent Posts

How much tax will be deducted from salary from July 1? New slabs introduced

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has introduced new income tax slabs for government employees and salaried…

42 minutes ago

New instructions issued for pilgrims going to Iraq for pilgrimage

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued new instructions for Pakistani pilgrims going to…

55 minutes ago

Smartphone prices likely to drop by up to Rs 16,000

ISLAMABAD: The prices of various smartphones in the country are likely to drop by Rs…

1 hour ago

Court orders restoration of PTI’s election symbol Bat

MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Kashmir High Court has ordered the restoration of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) election…

1 hour ago

Iranian Rial Latest Rate in Pakistan – June 24, 2026

KARACHI: The Iranian Rial continues to face significant challenges internationally due to sanctions and economic conditions. It…

2 hours ago

Latest Gold Rate in Pakistan – June 24, 2026

KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan has decreased by more than Rs 10,000, according…

2 hours ago