Latest Articles
Read the latest tips and advice from Dr. Nabila Zaheer, Pulmonologist in Islamabad & Rawalpindi.
Pulmonary Tuberculosis: What Every Patient and Family in Pakistan Needs to Know
Pakistan carries one of the highest tuberculosis burdens in the world, and yet stigma, incomplete treatment, and delayed diagnosis remain the norm rather than the exception. A pulmonologist explains how TB actually spreads, how it is diagnosed and treated today, and why finishing the full course of treatment matters more than almost anything else in respiratory medicine.
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Bronchial Asthma: What Every Patient and Family in Pakistan Needs to Know
Millions of Pakistanis live with asthma without ever achieving proper control — because the condition is under-diagnosed, inhalers are used incorrectly, and triggers specific to our environment are rarely addressed. A pulmonologist explains the disease clearly, from causes to treatment to what to do during an attack.
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Asbestos Hazards in Pakistan: Lung Health & Mesothelioma Risks
Understand asbestos exposure risks in Pakistan homes and workplaces, symptoms of mesothelioma, and when to consult a pulmonologist.
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Sleep Studies Explained: What Actually Happens When You Are Tested for Sleep Apnea
Your doctor has recommended a sleep study — and you have no idea what that involves, whether you need to stay in hospital, or what the results will actually mean. A pulmonologist walks through every type of sleep study available, what to expect on the night, and how to read your results once they arrive.
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E-Cigarettes & Vaping: What Pakistani Parents and Young Adults Need to Know
Vaping has spread rapidly among Pakistani teenagers and young adults, marketed as a safer alternative to smoking. A pulmonologist separates the genuine harm-reduction evidence from the marketing claims, explains what vaping actually does to developing lungs, and addresses the questions every parent and young vaper needs answered honestly.
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