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Jan 9, 2025 | 
pakobserver.net | Ahmed Abdullah
HUMAN metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a name few recognize, yet its impact on respiratory health is significant. First identified in the Netherlands in 2001, hMPV is believed to have been circulating for decades, quietly contributing to respiratory infections worldwide. Its symptoms; cough, fever, nasal congestion, and difficulty breathing—are often mistaken for those of more familiar viruses like influenza or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). For most, hMPV results in mild, self-limiting symptoms.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
pakobserver.net | Ahmed Abdullah
YET another hospital in Pakistan, yet another tragedy. This time, Nishtar Hospital’s renal dialysis unit is in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons—a burgeoning HIV outbreak, courtesy of abysmal infection control practices. Naturally, some senior medical personnel are facing disciplinary action, because what better way to address systemic failure than to scapegoat a handful of individuals? For over a decade, I have studied and written extensively about Pakistan’s HIV epidemic.
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Oct 30, 2024 | 
seattlespectator.com | Ahmed Abdullah
Seattle University has officially launched a new minor for the fall of 2024: the Middle Eastern studies minor. This expansion in the program aims to create leaders who can bridge cultural divides and pave the way for extensive cultural exchange. Diego Borromeo, a third-year international studies and public affairs major, recently completed the requirements for the minor.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
seattlespectator.com | Ahmed Abdullah
Every year, Seattle University students have the opportunity to travel abroad, studying in different parts of the world for as long as a quarter to as short as two weeks, or even up to a year. Many students may wonder what these trips are like and what those who participated experienced. This week, we connected with some of these students to find out.
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
seattlespectator.com | Ahmed Abdullah
In an 8-1 vote, the Seattle City Council recently passed the reimplementation of two bills; the “Stay Out of Drug Area” bill (SODA) and the “Stay Out of Area of Prostitution” (SOAP) bill.
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Oct 9, 2024 | 
seattlespectator.com | Ahmed Abdullah
After more than a decade of planning and development, the long-awaited RapidRide G Line is finally here and open to the public. This new bus line features dedicated bus lanes and arrives every six minutes during peak hours, connecting key neighborhoods in Seattle, including Downtown, First Hill, Capitol Hill, Central District and Madison Valley. Conveniently, the G Line stops right on Madison Street at Seattle University, making it a great new option for students.
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
pakobserver.net | Ahmed Abdullah
IN March of this year, a contentious decision was made by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), which endorsed a directive from the Ministry of Health, prohibiting healthcare professionals from prescribing nutraceuticals such as multivitamins, minerals, and food supplements. This decision, despite significant opposition from the medical community, was aimed at curbing the overuse of such supplements in patient care.
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Sep 18, 2024 | 
pakobserver.net | Ahmed Abdullah
HEADACHES are one of the most common complaints seen in our medical practices, ranging from mild discomfort to excruciating pain. Almost everyone has experienced a headache at some point and in today’s fast-paced life, it’s something we all tend to suffer from, adults and children alike. In fact, more and more children are presenting with headaches and it’s becoming a growing concern for families.
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Aug 26, 2024 | 
pakobserver.net | Ahmed Abdullah
INHERITED diseases, passed from parents to their children through genes, are a significant and growing concern in Pakistan. With a high rate of cousin marriages and limited public awareness of genetic risks, conditions like Thalassemia, cystic fibrosis, and various metabolic disorders are becoming more common. However, the primary healthcare system in Pakistan, which serves as the first point of contact for many people, has the potential to play a key role in preventing these diseases.
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Aug 20, 2024 | 
pakobserver.net | Ahmed Abdullah
PAKISTAN has recently confirmed its first case of Mpox, raising alarms as the virus spreads globally. This development comes on the heels of Sweden’s identification of a more contagious and potentially deadlier variant linked to a recent outbreak in Africa. While the specific strain involved in Pakistan’s case is still unknown, the situation underscores the need for immediate assessment of our country’s capacity to manage and contain a potential outbreak.
