Medics flag rise in birth heart defects

Medics flag rise in birth heart defects

Paediatric cardiology experts have expressed concern over the rising incidence of congenital heart disease (CHD) in Pakistan, urging pregnant women to prioritise proper nutrition, undergo regular medical screenings and avoid cousin marriages to reduce the risk of heart defects in newborns. Speaking in an exclusive interview with a local news channel, Head of Paediatric Cardiology Dr Abdul Sattar Sheikh said heart disease is not limited to adults…