Acid attack on female doctor in Pakistan highlights safety fears of women practitioners
A female doctor in Pakistan, Mahnoor Nasir, was the victim of an acid attack at her hospital, sustaining severe burns. The perpetrator, a lift operator at the facility, was killed by police while attempting to flee. This incident has brought to light the significant safety concerns and social disparities faced by women in Pakistan, particularly within the medical profession, contributing to a growing shortage of doctors as many women leave the field. AI
