In 2025, Pakistan is facing serious health challenges. On one hand, diseases like heart problems, diabetes, and cancer are increasing. On the other hand, issues like pollution, malnutrition, and waterborne diseases are also creating difficulties for people. Moreover, rising stress and lifestyle changes are making these problems worse.
👉 That is why it is very important to understand the common health issues, their causes, and how we can prevent them.
❤️ Heart Disease, Diabetes & Cancer
In 2025, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer are the leading health problems in Pakistan. Moreover, reports show these diseases cause over 58% of deaths in the country (Indus Forum).
👉 Causes: unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, smoking, stress, and pollution.
👉 Prevention: eat fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid junk food, exercise daily, quit smoking, and manage stress.
🌫️ Respiratory Illness & Air Pollution
Pakistan is among the most polluted countries in the world. Cities like Lahore and Peshawar face very high levels of smog . As a result, many people suffer from asthma, lung infections, and heart problems.
👉 Prevention: wear masks on smog days, plant trees, use clean cooking methods, and avoid outdoor activity during heavy pollution.
đź’§ Waterborne Diseases (Hepatitis, Diarrhoea, Cholera)
Floods and poor sanitation increase waterborne diseases like hepatitis A/B/C, cholera, typhoid, and diarrhoea . In addition, contaminated water is a big reason for these outbreaks.
👉 Prevention: always drink boiled or filtered water, wash hands, and avoid eating food from unhygienic places.
🦠Polio.
Pakistan is still one of the only two countries where wild polio virus exists. For example, polio cases continue because of low vaccination rates and misinformation.
👉 Prevention: every child must receive the polio drops during vaccination drives. Awareness campaigns are very important.
👶 Malnutrition & Maternal Health
Almost 37% of children in Pakistan are stunted because of malnutrition. Moreover, many mothers face health issues during pregnancy due to weak medical support.
👉 Prevention: promote breastfeeding, give children balanced meals, and provide prenatal checkups for mothers.
đź’‰ Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Millions of Pakistanis suffer from high blood pressure, but many don’t know they have it. Therefore, it leads to strokes and heart attacks.
👉 Prevention: check blood pressure regularly, reduce salt, exercise, and lower stress levels.
âś… Health Tips:
âś…Drink clean water every day.
âś…Eat a balanced diet with more fruits and vegetables.
âś…Do at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.
âś…Get regular check-ups for blood pressure, sugar, and cholesterol.
âś…Complete all vaccinations for children.
âś…Avoid smog exposure by wearing a mask.
🌍 In short, Pakistan in 2025 faces both old and new health challenges. However, small lifestyle changes and strong public awareness can reduce these risks. Finally, prevention is always better than cure.
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