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 2026 International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories
(ISBER): Special Service Award

Dr. Javeria Aijaz, Head of the Biorepository Unit at IHHN, has received the 2026 ISBER Special Service Award, recognizing her leadership in advancing global biobanking. As an ISBER Regional Ambassador, she established Pakistan’s first pediatric acute leukemia biobank and has strengthened research infrastructure through international collaboration, capacity building, and biobanking best practices. Read the full article.

Financial Toxicity in Liver Cancer Care

An IHHN publication in Internal and Emergency Medicine highlights the financial burden of systemic therapy for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma, emphasizing shared decision-making and early palliative care to support patient-centered treatment in resource-limited settings. Read the full article. 

Treatment Gaps in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

An IHHN study published in the Journal of International Medical Research found that structured follow-up and free treatment improve chronic myeloid leukemia outcomes, while limited access to advanced therapies and molecular monitoring remains a major barrier in resource-limited settings. Read the full article.

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