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5 Restaurant Copycat Recipes You Can Easily Make At Home!

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How many times have you been more excited to see the waiter who’s bringing your food than any human being? Good food is something that would instantly brighten up your day, and to be honest, we can’t even come up with a proper introduction because simply put, we’re short of words.

Most of the time, we’re invested in what’s on the plate than who’s with us on the table. Yes, that’s how much we love food, and wouldn’t you love if you found out some of the most delicious recipes of your favorite dishes from various restaurants?

Well, fret not because we’ve got you covered. Below are five of the most mouthwatering copy cat recipes that you can try at home!

1. This is Popsugar’s version of P.F. Chang’s Orange Chicken that looks easy as A, B, C

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNZaw-xGOgg

2. Here’s another video of Starbucks Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino’s recipe that you can give a shot to

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6GcNHki6mE

3. Here’s a method of KFC’s coleslaw, which looks pretty so you can give this a try during Ramadan.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-0ZwT1EGYE

4. Have a look at this copy cat recipe of Mc Donald’s french fries

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpK3dYn5u20

5. This is a Subway Teriyaki Sandwich’s copy cat recipe that would be perfect for you to try at home for your loved ones!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JSLM43zdHA

So, which easy recipe are you going to give a shot to?

How Peek Freans Has Continued to Spread Joy Over 50 Years!

Peek Freens 50 years

There is no doubt that Peek Freans’ strong foothold of nutritious indulgence spanning over five decades is a testimony of the brand’s commitment towards innovation. The brand has always managed to appeal to its audience through its emotionally stirring campaigns and initiatives.

This time as well, amid worldwide consequences caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Peek Freans has once again stepped forward and rolled out its new multifaceted CSR campaign titled ‘Spread The Joy, ‘ which celebrates its 50-year legacy of spreading joy and happiness among people.

Watch this!



The TVC features famous media personalities and touches upon the lives of many people through various walks of life to help encourage them with hope, commitment, feeling, passion, and care. With a unique hashtag, #YehBhiHaiKhushi, the TVC shows creatively designed white boxes emblazoned with the instantly recognizable legendary Pied Piper mascot being unboxed as a symbol of hope. At the same time, colorful balloons are let loose into the sky, symbolizing the feeling of uninhibited joy.

The campaign manages to build an instant connection with its viewers through its heartwarming narrative of joy combined with beautifully crafted visuals and thought-provoking lyrics. Perhaps one of the highlights of the video is its jingle, which manages to evoke feelings of intense inspiration, happiness, and gratitude.

Coping with this new normal has indeed become a test for the entire nation; ‘Spread The Joy’ aims to provide simple pleasures to people by giving them relief and encouraging them to relish happy moments.

Peek Freans has always been a brand that encourages and inspires people to connect and spread vast the spirit of hope and positivity. Therefore, it is no wonder that, over the past few months, the brand went the extra mile to help fight against the spread of the virus. Their spirit of solidarity has enabled the brand to reach great heights and conquer every challenge that comes. It’s the way.

‘Spread The Joy’ is unlike any other stereotypical marketing campaign that we have so far seen, and for that very reason, it is mind-bogglingly brilliant. The concept aligns with Peek Frean’s vision to empower and motivate people by getting in touch with their emotions and is dedicated to spreading joy among its consumers through not only their products but also through their initiatives.

One thing that works in favor of ‘Spread The Joy’ TVC is that it arrives amid a lockdown, with screen time at its highest point. Now that lockdown restrictions have been eased, and people are adjusting to the new normal; the campaign now pledges for a better and safe tomorrow.

TikTok’s Brilliant Move, Issues Community Guidelines In Urdu For Pakistani Users

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TikTok has been the source of a lot of controversies lately. The app that helps create short videos initially gained popularity internationally before it became common in Pakistan. 

Why Was It Creating A Controversy?

A lot of people had issues with the kind of digital content that was being created on the app. Youngsters and adult-like were creating content that was considered indecent and against the values of the country or culture. The focus in such content went more towards dancing and romantic clips instead of making something that was constructive. 

TikTok On The Verge Of A Ban

TikTok got banned in India for grave reasons. The country deemed the app to be a threat to national security. India banned the app after its skirmishes with China in the Galway Valley. They alleged that the app stole data from users illegally upon the download of the app.

Around that time, Pakistan had banned PUBG over concerns of the deteriorating mental health of its youth. Following that, people started protesting digitally for a ban of TikTok, and the government issued a warning for the ban of TikTok.

How Did TikTok Counter this?

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Kudos to TikTok for taking swift action against the complaints being made against it. TikTok has issued an updated version of the community guidelines on its app in Urdu. The instructions laid down some ground rules of creating content that can create a beneficial experience on the platform. 

Moderating the content on the platform has become a priority in order to ensure that it is not challenging the country’s values. A few of Pakistan’s favorite celebrities have teamed up with TikTok to raise awareness regarding the creation of digital content and how to utilize the app productively.

See What Zhalay Sarhadi Has To Say!

Her message is more directed towards the public’s attitude towards TikTokers. She asks the nation’s people not to ridicule others. Also, reporting the wrong type of content is the duty of each responsible citizen. 

There is no need to condemn them in public and launch a campaign against them, you can report them on the app, and the content will be taken down.

Hira Mani Also Has Something To Say

Hira Mani’s message is also noteworthy. Her message pertains to the many young lives that have been lost while creating content on TikTok. She advises people to acknowledge safety guidelines before and while creating content. Moreover, TikTok has community guidelines available on its website that can be read in Urdu as well! Make use of them and be safe.

Azfar Rehman’s Advice To TikTokers

Rehman’s advice was to counter the spread of misinformation and scandals on the app. He advises people to decide against spreading fake news and rumors. Doing so can be damaging to the country and also those who are genuinely creating useful content. He urges people to be mindful of the values of the country. 

All in all, we hope TikTokers will pay heed to the community guidelines. May the content that will be created will bring pride to Pakistan. 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Dare To Leap This August As realme Celebrates The Fan Fest

realme fan fest

Lahore – August 18 2020: Emerging smartphone brand realme, with its “Dear to Leap” brand attitude, has achieved tremendous development in only one and a half years of establishment. realme has always been imposing the original idea of allowing more young people to enjoy quality life that is brought by “technology” and “beauty.”

This month is filled with bright yellow color as realme, the lifestyle partner of the youth, jumpstarts the realme Fanfest with exclusive price drop promos at the much-awaited product launch events. realme Pakistan will be dropping its prices for its smartphone and AIoT devices for Flash Sales.

realme Pakistan will celebrate Super Brand Day on August 20, 2020 fans can avail up to 25% off on smartwatch, Buds Q, Power bank 2, tote bag, and adventure backpack. realme C12 will be available on flash sale on August 22, 2020. All products can be availed on Samaan.pk.

Smartwatch, Buds Q, Power bank 2, tote bag, and adventure backpack will be available offline by August 24, 2020. realme C12 will be available offline by September 2, 2020.

realme C12

realme will be unveiling All new realme C12; the device will come with a massive 6,000mAh battery, which according to the company, comes with a 57 days standby time 46 hours of voice calling, or 60 hours of music playback on a single charge. Apart from this, realme C12 will sport a triple camera setup on the back along with a LED flash and a capacitive fingerprint sensor. On the front, the device will feature a single camera located inside of the waterdrop notch on top.

It will come with 3GB of RAM and will be powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 processor. It will run Google’s Android 10 operating system with the company’s realme UI on top.

realme Buds Q

The budget Buds Q features 10mm drivers and supports both the SBC and AAC codec. The Buds Q also offers a super low latency gaming mode at 119ms. They feature Bluetooth 5.0 for connectivity and IPX4 certification for water resistance.

The realme truly wireless earphones also come with touch gestures support on each bud. These can further be customized to a user’s preference using the realme Link app. The Buds Q wireless was first launched in China. The Buds Q earbuds have been designed in collaboration with French designer Jose Levy. They feature 10mm drivers under the hood and have interchangeable ear tips made of silicone. These are also IPX4 rated, which means it can survive water and dust splashes.

realme buds Q is co-created by French design master Jose Levy. Cooperated designer of Hermès. He is known in the industry as an outstanding colorist and tailor with acute insight into industrial design.

realme smartwatch

The realme watch offers a mix of fitness and smart features. The smartwatch offers real-time heart rate monitoring using the built-in PPG sensor that is touted to record the heart rate every five minutes and enables the system to generate alerts if, under specific conditions, the heart rate is lower or higher than the safe thresholds. realme has also provided SpO2 monitoring to let users track their blood oxygen levels.

For fitness enthusiasts, the realme Watch has 14 different sports modes such as Badminton, Cricket, Indoor Run, Outdoor Run, Walk, and Yoga, among others. The smartwatch also provides sleep monitoring, sedentary reminders, hydration reminder, and meditation relaxing.

The realme Watch is capable of providing notification alerts from most of the apps installed on your smartwatch. These notifications can be of any voice calls, SMS messages, or chat messages from services such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Further, you can use the realme watch to unlock your phone or remote control of its music player. You can also use the smartwatch as a remote for the camera sensors of your smartwatch.

Some customizations can be applied through the realme Link app.

The Realme Watch comes with 12 watch faces to choose from. Also, the default watch face on the smartwatch displays time, date, weather, steps, heart rate, and calories.

realme accomplished tremendous growth records by creating flash sales and primarily selling products online. This is also in tune with its snappy young customers who get a stylish and fast partner that suits their style in realme. The brand has seen a new sales record with each price drop, with the entire stock being sold out in minutes or even seconds at instances.

To stay updated with all realme events and promos, you may visit realme Pakistan’s official Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Car Maintenance: 5 Ways To Prevent Costly Repairs

Car Maintenance: 5 Ways To Prevent Costly Repairs
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Cars are an incredible asset; they transport you from point A to B, help in emergencies, and are reliable.

However, if you are not careful about maintenance and do not keep up in performance, it can become super costly.

Often, no matter how experienced a driver may be, they end up making mistakes that cost astronomical sums out of their pockets.

Thankfully, there are a few tips you can keep in mind to help prevent costly repairs and keep your ride as good as new in terms of maintenance.

5 Ways To Prevent Costly Repairs

Here are five ways you can prevent costly repairs:

1. Change The Oil Regularly

Oil Change
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Just like how you need water to keep yourself hydrated, a car needs oil. We feel thirst when our water level starts to run low; unfortunately, our cars can’t tell us that they are thirsty too. This is why car owners must keep a regular check on the oil levels.

Moreover, if the oil problems are ignored for a prolonged period, they can result in some of the most costly car expenses in the engine. You should change the oil every 5,000 miles or follow what the car manufacturer has recommended in the owner’s manual.

2. Rotate Tires

One should not only check the pressure in tires but also rotate their positioning. You can expand their lifespan by switching their positions. This helps in preventing wear down in all tires at the same time.

If this method is not used, all tires can wear down at once, and this can lead to unexpected bursts. If your car spins out of control during a tire bust, it can be totaled. To stay safe and sound, rotate your tires every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

5 Things You Should Avoid Saying To A Car Salesperson!

3. Don’t Hit The Brakes Too Hard!

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Your car is your investment, so don’t drive it like you are the next racing champion. For the longer run of this investment, always drive sensibly and don’t go for tearing the track. This racing acceleration, sudden push put a lot of stress on the main parts of your car.

4. Check All Fluids Periodically

Your car performance is optimized by not only engine oil but many other fluids too. Transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and mixed coolant are those fluids on which your car functionality is dependent. Keep checking them after a certain period or ask a mechanic to check all these during service.

5. Attend To All Repairs Timely

Vehicle Repairs
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Always pay attention to the minor issues timely and never take them for granted. If your car is tilting towards one side or humming when AC is turned on, don’t leave it unnoticed deliberately. Repair it as soon as possible before it gets big and cost more damage to your car.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario.

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This Pakistani Bride & Groom Had An Etrugrul Style Wedding!

Ertugrul themed wedding
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Anything that becomes popular in Pakistan finds a way to become a part of desi weddings. Such has also been the case with Ertugrul, read about the couple who had an Ertugrul-themed wedding!

Check Out The Video Here!

Wedding Trends

The video shows the groom’s wingmen enacting a fight with swords. The theme song plays in the background while the bride and groom have the stage set for them. Ertugrul’s terminology is also played around with, overall making it a wedding that people would remember always. 

How exciting would it be for a bride and groom to enter on the Ertugrul title track? Perhaps the title track will also replace other bhangra songs in the coming few days. Are you onboard?

Most desi weddings are opulent and grand. Regardless of anyone’s financial muscle, they make sure they spend the maximum on the wedding. As a result, most – if not all – weddings have a theme! If you remember when the Bella Ciao craze was taking over Pakistan, there were Money Heist themed weddings and dances.

Bella ciao dance
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Otherwise, there are Bollywood nights, Hollywood nights, Qawali nights, and the list goes on… Weddings that go on for weeks and months have become the norm! 

Ertugrul’s Followers

Ertugrul, over these last few months, has become somewhat of an idol that has thousands and thousands of followers. On Independence day, youngsters were chanting his name and his chant. Most clothing stores now offer tees with his tribe imprinted on them. Every small vendor also has his name or picture somewhere in their banners.

Ertugrul shirts
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Besides that, is your family also guilty of having Ertugrul as the only table talk? The craze has enveloped each and everyone in Pakistan. So much so that those few alien individuals who have not yet seen it feel like they don’t belong here! 

Ertugrul Themed Baby Showers?

Following this, we’re predicting that there will be many more Ertugrul-themed events. Now that things are slowly opening and going back to normal – comparatively – bigger weddings are on the cards again. Stay prepared for Ertugrul-themed mehndi’s and dholkis. How would an Ertugrul themed baby shower be like? Just the thought of it has us rolling on the floor.

Children might also start opting for Ertugrul themed birthdays, and if they don’t, then their parents will decide that theme for their enjoyment. It’ll be adorable to see small Halime Sultans or Ertugruls. 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

‘The Economy Has Shown Some Positive Signs,’ Governor State Bank Raises Hope Of Economic Revival

State Bank Raises Hope Of Economic Revival
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Islamabad: Pakistan’s economy has been under the spotlight due to myriad reasons. Ever since the government led by Imran Khan took charge, a lot of changes were made at critical positions. One such individual to join in the vital area as the Governor of State Bank of Pakistan was Mr. Reza Baqir.

His time has been a challenging one. He inherited plenty of problems—however, none graver than the COVID-19 pandemic. In a recent interview with Marco Hive, the IMF veteran spoke about how Pakistan needs to move forward, the state of the economy, and much more.

According to Mr. Baqir, there were multiple issues, including an overvalued exchange rate, a historically low savings rate, and a State Bank with insufficient reserve holdings and twin deficits. To face this challenge, leadership at the top had to recognize the magnitude of the issue. With the blessing of Prime Minister Imran Khan, a reform package supported by the IMF came about.

State Bank Raises Hope Of Economic Revival

One of the key objectives was to move from a fixed exchange rate to a market-based approach. Due to a fixed exchange rate, Pakistan has had issues in meeting foreign exchange obligations. The government is working on a model to ensure the country doesn’t face this issue again.

This was a tricky phase as the rupee was depreciating. The governor used the phrase “swimming against the tide.” Hence, the Central Bank’s management worked hard to push forward a unified message. While the rupee value depreciated, the Bank communicated with corporate banks and supported them through this period. Nonetheless, the governor assured that the State Bank would still be able to play a role if there are any disorderly market movements in terms of exchange rates.

Given that a policy decision was made to move towards a market-based exchange rate, the apparent challenge was inflation expectations. According to Mr. Baqir, the range of market predictions was somewhere the State Bank had expected. This was possible because of the detailed discussions held with the leading market analyst. The wider business community got clarity regarding the Central Bank’s policy decision.

The biggest concern of them all has been how Pakistan will recover from COVID Crisis on a financial level. Again, the decisions made during a problematic reform have helped the country’s economy, showing in the improving macroeconomic indicators. However, being an EM country, with high public debt and low foreign reserves, things could turn quickly.

To combat the COVID crisis, changes have been made to the Monetary Policy. Interest rates have been dropped by 625bps, which is significant. A one-year extension in principle payments of borrowers to the bank was introduced. The period in which the bank’s clients could restructure loans had been doubled to 180 days. Another step was to add concessional credit facilities for payroll financing, targeting job savings, etc.

With these steps, the economy has shown some positive signs, which has led Mr. Baqir to say that the worst in terms of financial turmoil is behind us. If the current improvement in the health crisis continues, it will also positively reflect our economic situation in the short to medium term.

However, to sustain this improvement in the long term, a few things need to happen as per the Governor’s advice. We need to increase our exports. Moreover, credit should be redistributed from large players to SMEs, women, and underprivileged sectors. Plus, a culture of saving has to be promoted.

Given the pressure on the government and the prediction of doom, the Governor’s interview gives us cautious optimism. Time will tell if these measures have a long term and lasting impact. For now, we have some hope

Iqra Aziz Reveals Why She Got Married So Early

Iqra Aziz
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Before Sarah Khan and Falak Shabbir had tied the knot, the other most-talked-about couple was Yasir Hussain & Iqra Aziz. Yeah, if we compare the two. Back in the days, all people could be talking about the two love-birds, for apparent reasons.

To give you a quick recap, here’s how it all started.

Yasir Hussain And Iqra Aziz were often seen together at almost every event before they made things official. Not only that, but two had gotten so close that people started speculating that the two might ‘more than just friends.’ And, well, people were right about. It’s not easy to fool the netizens at times.

However, just recently, Iqra Aziz was invited to Iffat Omar’s talk show for an interview where they had a fun session. During the interview, Iffat asked Iqra why she decided to get married so early. In response, Iqra said,

I had issues with the questions that were being raiseed such as, are you guys dating, are you guys together? are you not? I wanted all of these quesitons to stop. so, I thought instead of craving for each other’s presence, why not get married and settle down?

Moreover, she also added that,

It’s better to get married when you can with your parents’ blessings and prayers so you can stay happy together and so can everyone else.

Elaborating more on the matter, she said,

It’s better for the couple to get married than to answer all the absurd questions regarding the relationship status. This won’t give them a
chance to question your relationship status

Ever since the two have gotten married, Yasir and Iqra have been adorably cute. They even started vlogging together and have become very active on their social media profiles. As much as their followers love and adore them, some think otherwise.

Here’s what Iqra had to say

Do you agree with what Iqra has to say? Do you think people should get married to avoid all the questions? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

People’s Square In Karachi Is All Set To Welcome Visitors

People's Square
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People’s Square in Karachi is a public place with an underground parking area near the Secretariat in Karachi. It’s mainly constructed for the visitors of the secretariat and people of the nearby educational institutes. However, the place is the new talk of the town, and you’ll know why.

Check Out Some Pictures Of The Square!

Bilawal Inaugurates And Makes Promises

PPP’s chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, inaugurated the place on Saturday.  He believes that the people of Karachi will benefit from the People’s Square because of the underground marking that eases the traffic. Moreover, the masterpieces of architecture created within the square are a sight for sore eyes!

He added that under the Neighbourhood Improvement Project, with the assistance of the World Bank, all districts in Karachi will get a People’s Square. Not just that, they will be restored and beautified further. 

As a result of the 18th amendment, provinces are given financial autonomy. That, according to Bilawal, acts in Sindh’s favor. He remarked that Sindh has fought with its fair share of terrorists, and now it’s time to move onto greater things.

More Projects Underway

Bilawal said similar projects were also under construction in Malir and other districts of Karachi. A project would be launched at the Wazir Mansion in Kharadar, where Quaid-e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born. He appreciated the Sindh government’s plans to put sewerage and other utility services networks underground throughout Karachi to protect the historic sites and the people. 

He said,” We believe that if Karachi develops, then not only Sindh province but the whole of Pakistan will grow, but there are problems and difficulties.” 

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
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A while ago, it was announced that Karachi Sea View is under renovation. Huge green belts were being added while the front of the beach was architecturally revamped. Since Sea View was also becoming less popular by the day due to the pollution on-site, we’re excited to see what’s in store.

Sea View
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Does This Solve Anything?

Does a simple ‘People’s Square,’ in retrospect, solve anything? The people of Karachi were distraught and will continue to be that every time a rain shower comes. Why is it that the city’s sewage system is that outdated? Innocent, young and old lives have been lost this monsoon season for no reason. Who is to be held accountable? 

Alongside such an architecturally incredible landscape, there needs to be work on the ground that matters.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Celebrities Who Attended Imran Khan’s Oath Taking Ceremony!

A new inning has started for our nation as Imran Khan has finally taken the oath as the 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan.

His historic oath-taking ceremony was a sight to behold and was attended by many influential personalities from all over the world.

Not just the political figures, many of the showbiz personalities were also spotted in this ceremony including Filmstar Javed Sheikh, Abrar-ul-Haq, Salman Ahmed, Sana Javed and Javed Afridi!

Javed Sheikh and Waseem Akram together!

Sana Javed spotted during the ceremony!

Imran Khan former teammates, including the members of the world cup winning team of 1992, also attended this yet another victory moment of their captain!

Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Javed Miandad, Inzimam-ul-Haq, Mushtaq Ahmed and Aqib Javed were all there as Imran Khan took the oath!

Mushtaq Ahmed took to his Twitter and posted this picture where the gentlemen can be seen all suited up to attend the big day of their captain!

Former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu also witnessed as Imran Khan took oath as the new Prime Minister of Pakistan. 

His presence was surely heartwarming considering the relations between the two countries!

Sidhu with Moin Khan and PTI’s member Ali Zaidi!

Navjot Singh Sidhu also got to meet Army Chief General Bajwa during this ceremony!

PTI had also invited Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar but due to their personal reasons, they both couldn’t come to Pakistan to attend Imran Khan’s oath-taking ceremony!

Originally published on Veryfilmi.com

Contributed by: Kayenat Kalam

7 Benefits of Sugarcane Juice You Had No Idea About!

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With the summer heat beating down on us, nothing is more tempting than drinking something chilled to beat the heat. And if the drink can provide you with tons of benefits and be delicious at the same time, then well, we are all up for it!

Sugarcane juice – or more popularly referred to as ‘Ganne ka juice’ – is a favorite among the locals here.

Fast Facts About Sugarcane Juice

  • Sugar cane juice is made by crushing the sugar cane stalks.
  • Popular around the world – it is a particular favorite among the locals in Central and South America as well as South East Asia.
  • It’s naturally sweet.
  • High in calories with an 8-ounce serving of raw sugar cane juice containing 180 calories.
  • Contains 30 grams of sugar.
  • It’s Fat-Free.
  • Rich in fiber – 13 grams of dietary fiber per serving.

Not only does it taste absolutely divine but is also filled with oodles of health benefits for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pieAFLSz-7s

Known to contain significant levels of calcium, iron, potassium, zinc and various amino acids; sugarcane juice can boost your health in a number of ways.

  1. If you are feeling low on energy, drink a glass of sugarcane juice. Packed with natural sugars, it’s known to visibly increase energy levels.
  2. Feeling fatigued and dehydrated? Sugarcane juice is an excellent choice to drive away that “sleepy” feeling and making you feel more awake.
  3. It’s a perfect antidote for those with the problematic skin by visibly improving acne prone skin or dealing with signs of aging, wrinkles, discoloration or blemishes and scars.
  4. For those women who are pregnant, a glass of this juice can help to boost metabolism, reduce morning sickness, improve digestion as well as boost energy levels.
  5. Since sugarcane contains minerals such as calcium, it has been used to fight tooth decay as well as freshen breath.
  6. Strengthen your bones with a glass of this juice since it has been known to boost calcium, potassium, iron, and magnesium.
  7. Find it difficult to control your stress? Amino acids found in this juice can help in balancing your stress hormone levels as well as induce sleep.
  8. Sugarcane juice is really good for kidneys and helps them to function properly. It is also used to treat kidney stones as well as urinary tract infection (UTI).
  9. The juice from sugarcane has also been proven effective in strengthening the liver, it is often suggested as a cure for jaundice.

Do you love drinking this delicious juice in summers too?

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates and news.

Pak Suzuki Announces Affordable Used Car Financing Program

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The global coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives, flipping it upside down. Many individuals have received heavy losses in business revenue. Some also have lost their jobs, while others have received significant pay cuts.

Due to the alarming situation, affordability has become a concern for many. Buying essential items for the household has become even more robust as inflation is on the rise.

In such tough times, one automaker is trying its best to provide consumers the best possible relief.

Pak Suzuki, one of the leading automotive brands in Pakistan, has announced a new financing program for consumers to help them purchase affordable used cars.

The program is a partnership between Suzuki and Dubai Islamic Bank. According to the official social media posts, consumers can get special rental rates and the lowest Takaful if they opt for this offer.

Moreover, to make the most of the offer, the consumer has to visit their nearest Pak Suzuki dealership or Dubai Islamic Bank branch.

Suzuki Alto Dominates Sales in H1-FY2019-20

Used Car Financing Program Benefits

Other benefits that are being offered in this deal include:

  • All cars will be given to the buyers along with 1 year/15,000 kilometers warranty
  • Every vehicle will be issued a certification of approval by the PSMC engineers
  • The financing facility applies to cars that are up to 9 years old
  • All documents are 100% genuine

The offer is a great way to attract consumers to purchase old Suzuki cars for a much lower price and a guarantee from the brand. Given the current economic and financial crisis, this offer comes as a sigh of relief for many.

Moreover, the benefits are promising and are in favor of the consumer. This is not the first time Suzuki has rolled out an offer for their customers during the pandemic. The brand has tried its best to work its way around the situation, offering consumers much needed relief.

Shift To Ease Offer

Earlier, the brand had offered significant discounts on their automatic variants. Suzuki’s Auto Gear Shift (AGS) technology drivers saved a whopping Rs. 172,000!

Drivers who were interested in shifting towards AGS were given incentives worth over Rs. 172,000 in different forms. The offer included:

  • Free Registration Worth Rs. 21,000
  • 1-Year Free Maintainance Worth Rs. 24,609
  • Markup Worth Rs. 67,920 and
  • Insurance Worth Rs. 67,095

The AGS technology by Suzuki has been introduced as the brand’s new Automated Manual Transmission (AMT), which is usually found in smaller cars such as the Alto, Cultus, and the WagonR.

Compared to automatic gearboxes such as DCT or CVT or even a conventional gearbox, the AGS tech is light in weight, more comfortable to build, lighter on the driver’s pocket, and reliable.

Contrasted to automatic cars, AGS is well suited for smaller economical vehicles as it is economically friendly but has a slow response. In contrast, automatic cars respond a tad bit and also cost a little more from the driver’s pockets.

These cars can easily accompany you to trips to Gwadar or the northern areas as you enjoy the smooth ride and make most out of their performance.

So what are you waiting for? Make the most of the new financing program while the offer lasts!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Pak Suzuki Launches Online Cars & Bike Bookings with Discounted Rates!

7 Print Ads With Powerful Messages That’ll Make You Think Twice!

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It’s been a long time since we came across a creative ad conveying a profound health message! Brands and organizations have been collaborating for a long time to create advertisements that, along with promoting the brand, also raises awareness for social, mental, environmental health.

Prevention of health hazards is one of the most pressing issues and what could be better than to spread health awareness via brand advertisements-  they leave a lasting impression. They are easily understandable to the average person. These beautifully articulated visuals force the viewers to witness some of the hazardous health issues affecting society today.

Here is a list of the seven most incredibly captivating adverts that do more than merely promote the brand. They save lives.

1. Nike Air Max

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Nike used visuals to make the trainers appear as a pair of lungs. Inspired by the name of the trainer’s Air Max, the poster reflects the placement to indicate the fact that these trainers bring a healthy living, inadvertently keeping you alive, which is what the organ does. Incredible, isn’t it?

2. Ecovia

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One out of every three traffic deaths involves driving under the influence of alcohol. Ecovia, an ecological car renting service, released this advert to prevent the masses from drunk driving!

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3. Crisis Relief Singapore-Liking isn’t helping

Sporting an incredibly thought-provoking tagline, the ad tries to reinstate how with the advent of social media, people merely click like and share the picture instead of getting up and doing something about it.

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This print ad Crisis Relief Singapore encourages supporters to volunteer and serve for crisis relief instead of liking, sharing, and reposting on social media. Truly intriguing!

4. World Wildlife Fund

WWF is known for their intelligent marketing campaigns, constantly releasing bone-chilling advertisements that serve as a wake-up call for the world.

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This powerful WWF ad campaign highlights and reinstates how climate change is an ever-increasing problem that is already gravely affecting several parts of the world and will continue to cause harm, if not controlled. Makes you stop and think twice, doesn’t it?

5. Feed SA Trolley Campaign

Using grocery carts, with pictures of begging children pasted at the bottom, this ad uses the power of advertisement as a method to have the masses comprehend that the amount of money they spend on feeding themselves, can be donated to those in grave need.

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Hungry kids in your shopping cart? This campaign is truly brilliant!

6. Amnesty International

Child and women abuse is a prevalent issue in our society, and Amnesty International raises awareness with this remarkably powerful visual.

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Displaying a little boy sporting a black eye with the words ‘he has his mother’s eyes’ sprawled across the image portrays the fact that his mother, too, is a victim of abuse.

7. Nicotinell

One of the many effects of smoking is premature aging, and this advertisement perfectly depicts it. The poster displays a lady that looks as though she is in her late eighties on her 42nd birthday, ironically lighting a cigarette with one of her candles.

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Sporting the tagline, “Smoking causes premature ageing,” Nicotinell did an incredible job with this one!

Many advertisement campaigns execute a message across to the viewers so well that it does more than leave an imprint on the brain. I was intrigued, were you?

What do you think of this article? Let us know in the comments below.

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10 Drastic Logo Changes In History Of Branding!

A logo is much more than a picture or symbol. It represents what a brand stands for, how far it has come, where it wants to go, and so much more.

Over the years, brands and firms have changed their logos to be more transparent and so that their customers can relate to them better.

From Apple to Facebook, even Volkswagen to Honda and more, almost every brand has gone through drastic revamping.

Here are 10 of the world’s most famous brands and how they’re logos have changed over the years.

1. Facebook

2. Nokia

3. Apple

4. Volkswagen

5. Shell

6. Audi

7. Starbucks

8. Pepsi-Cola

9. Coca-Cola

10. Windows

Revamping logos and brand identity often help save the brand. There’s always a point in time in a business where sales start to decline, and revenue stream grows thinner.

Revamping helps people understand that the brand cares about their wants and needs and encourages them to once again shift towards that brand.

Furthermore, revamping logos creates transparency between a user and a brand. Often, potential customers are missed because logos are too confusing or not easy to understand.

Thus, making them more simple, to-the-point, and readable helps a customer connect.

Often, people when searching for medicine, or a restaurant on the map refer to the logo and not the name. There might not be enough space to write ‘McDonalds’ or ‘BurgerKing’ or ‘Subway,’ but their logos can be recognized within seconds.

Last but not least, since almost 80% of the world now owns a phone, your logo needs to be optimized so that it does not appear too big, too small, blurry or pixilated when a customer is surfing through the internet.

What do you think about the concept of revamping? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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HUAWEI AppGallery Unveils Pakistan’s No. 1 Payments App Easypaisa

Lahore – Monday, 17 August 2020: HUAWEI AppGallery, the world’s top third app marketplace is growing by leaps and bounds. Since its global launch in April 2018, the AppGallery is available in over 170 countries/regions, with 420 million monthly active users globally as of March 2020. In Pakistan alone, Huawei has been bringing the top 100 apps based on user reviews on its AppGallery, with the most recent addition of Pakistan’s No. 1 Payments App Easypaisa.

The inclusion of Easypaisa on the HUAWEI AppGallery had long been anticipated. Now, Huawei users can access their Easypaisa wallet and do all their expense transactions, pay bills, accept remittances – to indeed adopt a digital way of life. The arrival of Easypaisa heralds a feat as the HUAWEI AppGallery advances on porting leading financial apps from Pakistan on its marketplace.

As Pakistan’s No. 1 Payments App Easypaisa went live on the HUAWEI AppGallery, Scott Huang, Country Manager, Huawei Pakistan, observed: “Our consumers have shown a growing interest in the HUAWEI AppGallery by using it to download apps and revel in the true Huawei experience. The HUAWEI AppGallery has swiftly grown to become the top third app marketplace around the world, bolstered by Huawei’s global domination as the No. 01 smartphone brand in Q2 2020. In Pakistan alone, we have seen more and more people use the HUAWEI AppGallery not only to get their favorite apps but also to submit their wish lists for apps to be ported to the platform. Therefore, we are happy to bring Pakistan’s leading digital payment platform Easypaisa on the AppGallery to give our consumers a remarkably convenient experience.”

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Huawei has been hard at work to bolster its AppGallery for its consumers, while the applications on the platform got a total download of 210 billion times within 2019. Consequently, the Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) Ecosystem has achieved rapid growth globally. By July 2020, Huawei has over 700 million monthly active device users. The number of registered developers worldwide has reached 1.6 million, while more than 81,000 applications have integrated with HMS Core.

While sharing his thoughts on the development, M. Mudassar Aqil, President & CEO of Telenor Microfinance Bank, remarked: “Being Pakistan’s No. 1 Payments App means that we are available to anyone who wishes to gain access to the Easypaisa wallet. Therefore, our inclusion on the HUAWEI AppGallery is synced with our aim to increase the Easypaisa customer base, of which we saw notable growth in the year 2019 with 6.4 million mobile wallet users. The collaboration between Telenor Microfinance Bank and Huawei proclaims our growing relationship with the latter’s consumer base – a bond that we look forward to nurturing, much like the association with all our customers across Pakistan.”

Huawei also debuted their Petal Search Widget – Find Apps, which is already available for download via HUAWEI AppGallery. The new search tool offers Huawei users an open gateway to a million apps – with convenience and ease to download and install them right away. This search tool is the one-stop solution for all your application needs on a Huawei device. You can find apps like HBL, Daraz, ARY News, Askari Bank, Geo News, My Zong, Hum TV, Zameen, Pakistan Railways, and much more! Meanwhile, hundreds of significant new apps continue to be added to the AppGallery every week.

5 Things You Didn’t Know Alexa Can Do!

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‘Switch on the light, Alexa!’

‘Turn on the music!’

‘Find Rihanna’s love in the hopeless place, okay, not that.’

The point here is many people assume Alexa is just a virtual assistant. Well, she is, but she is much more than that. So let’s get to know some of Alexa’s features you didn’t know about.

1. Avoid Traffic

Most of you would know that you can ask Alexa for a weather update, but did you know that you could ask her for a traffic update as well. Rush hour mostly has the most traffic, and yet most people think they have no alternative and add to that traffic. Well, instead of going with the flow (or in this case, non-flow), ask Alexa for an alternate and faster route. And your wish will be answered.

2. Talk to pets

Having a pet is a 24/7 job. There is no doubt that you love your pet a lot. But there are times that they just get annoying, and I speak from experience. So here is another exciting Alexa feature, ALEXA CAN TALK TO YOUR PET. If you have a cat, enable the Meow feature, and she’ll meow away your cat.

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3. Resolve writer’s block

For a writer, writer’s block is the most irritating period. It is frustrating, and it is real, even for people who can write novels or lengthy research papers. It so happens that these great writers, too, feel unable to write even a sentence. So be it that you are a professional writer or not; if you are experiencing a writers’ block, you can seek Alexa’s help. Through Alexa’s Writing Motivation skill, the virtual assistant will help you so you can get back on track with whatever you are writing; a book, an essay, or a blog.

4. Alexa as Kitchen Help

Being an amateur chef is not hard; the hard part is keeping track of the minute details of every ingredient and hovering over the guide book after every passing second. So instead of flying over the laptop screen or a book, just tell Alexa to look up the recipe. And as you prepare the ingredient, you can ask her about the measurements of every component without worrying about forgetting an element or an analysis.

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5. Use Alexa Remotely

‘Alexa, turn off the lights.’

Ok, we are back to the basics, but it has a different touch to it. We know all about electricity bills, don’t we? And we do, from time to time, forget to switch off lights before leaving the house. Well, here is the exciting part. Instead of getting scolded by parents for electricity, uses Alexa Voice Remote to connect and tell her to switch off the light. Of course, for this, you need to have smart home technology.

So, after looking at these features, tell us if you knew about these features beforehand or not.

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5 Pakistani Drama OSTs That Are Potential Award Recipients

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Don’t you love it when your favorite drama or soundtrack gets nominated in an award show? COVID-19 and social distancing have everything messed up, and we don’t know what will become of this tradition. However, considering we had some fantastic dramas this year, we should list at least 5 Pakistani Drama OSTs (Original Soundtracks) that would have made the mark.

1. Ishqiya (ARY Digital)

One of the top singers, Asim Azhar, sang ‘Ishq Kiya’ in his soulful voice with Kaiynat John. The song was the OST for ARY drama Ishqiya. Interestingly, alongside singing, Asim Azhar wrote and also composed it.

2. Malaal e Yaar (Hum TV)

Malaal e Yaar aired on Hum TV in the second half of 2019. Ahmed Jahanzaib and Nish Asher sang the OST for the drama. The story of the show was about a love story of a feudal lord with his wife, whom he forcefully marries to follow tradition. And its song entrances the audience and convinces them to watch the entire FIFTY-FOUR episode drama series.

3. Alif (Geo TV)

The blockbuster drama Alif that sparks a spiritual journey in the viewer had an even more amazing of an OST. Shuja Haider wrote and composed the song. Haider alongside Momina Mustehsan sang the OST for the drama aired on Geo TV.

4. Ehd e Wafa (Hum TV)

Having followed and loved Sunehrey Din and Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, the bias for Ehd e Wafa was strong. The show was about military training and sacrifice, reviving the memories of the old PTV Days of the two army dramas. But this one had his own strong identity as well. Moreover, the song lyrics too sparked the patriotism within us. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan sang the ISPR official song.

5. Ghisi Piti Mohabbat (ARY Digital)

Three singers join forces and sing the OST for a drama revolving around dark comedy. We know that the song adds the flavor to a show, so if a song does not match it, the scene loses its touch as well. The Soch Band so entirely composes this OST. The lyrics bring humor for the audience in the right sense instead of employing cheap comic tactics. And even the singers Saniya, Muqaddas, and Shehnaz, are seen to be enjoying the song. What can be better than that?


These dramas were or are ‘off amazing.’ And these 5 Pakistani Drama OSTs just stole our hearts. The fun, the pain, even the songs were full of story. Let us know if we are wrong, but first, listen to these songs. We assure you, you will change your mind. And if you have suggestions for the list, do share them with us.

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Young PhD Student At Karachi University, Nadia Ashraf Commits Suicide

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The now late student, Nadia Ashraf, leaves a million questions and realizations in her wake.

What Led To A Promising Student’s Suicide?

Nadia Ashraf was a Ph.D. student. She was studying at Karachi University, in the Dr. Panjuani Center for Molecular Medicine and Research. Her supervisor, Dr. Iqbal Chaudhry, allegedly was harassing her, which ultimately led to her decision to take her own life.

Ashraf had been trying to complete her Ph.D. for the last 15 years. Her area of research was cancer, and she was a promising student, yet her supervisor was acting as a massive obstacle in her life and career. 

To her close friends and family, she remarked several times that Dr. Chaudhry will not let her complete her Ph.D. or that she’s unaware of what he wants from her.

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More details from a media outlet report that Dr. Chaudhry is an illegal director of the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, Karachi University. Additionally, he had appointed another faculty member to bully Ashraf.

Sources report that when Ashraf applied for research elsewhere so that she may attain her Ph.D., Chaudhry also tried to get her terminated from there. After that, she asked again in the same department at Karachi University.

Harassment In Educational Institutes

Harassment in educational institutes is being exposed to be as common as anything. Faculty members, administration members, and male students all feel entitled to make a woman uncomfortable. They don’t feel remorse for making people’s lives hell and putting them in unimaginable distress. 

Ashraf was an only child, living with her mother alone. Can we even imagine what was being done with her? How helpless must she have felt that death seemed like the only viable escape?

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Are Educational Institutes Safe?

While a precious life was lost here as a result of harassment, many more are lost due to other reasons. In a year, there are countless suicides in and because of educational institutes. The pressure mounted on the students is unbelievable. But it’s not just that. Sure, the strength is a part of life; if not now, then in their careers, they will face pressurizing moments.

It’s the fact that instructors leave their compassion and empathy at home when they come to teach. They won’t consider being lenient because a student had a panic attack. They don’t think financial setbacks because of which some students may perform below average. As unfortunate as it may be, the issues that were highlighted in ‘3 idiots’ remain as prevalent as ever.

We are hoping the truth about Nadia Ashraf’s death comes to light, and she is given justice.

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All New Tecno Spark 6 With G70 Processor Is Soon Going To Hit Pakistan

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Ever since its arrival, TECNO phones are changing the dynamics of smartphones and keep up the legacy of producing rich features phones at an unexpectedly low price. Now, TECNO is all set to surprise its customers once again with the debut of Spark 6, another valued addition to the most popular Spark series.

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Spark 6 is an upgraded version of Spark 5, which has already experienced a record-breaking sale in Pakistan. TECNO encouraged by the profuse response is now gearing up to launch Spark 6 soon.

This phone is expected to be equipped with the world’s class most exceptional features, but the most striking feature which makes TECNO fans drooled over the upcoming device is its rumored six upgraded specs.  Though other features of Spark 6 are not yet revealed, it is believed that this time TECNO is heavily investing in its processor segment and planning to come up with a powerful, predictably G70 advanced processor.

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With the elevated consumer’s expectation bar, it is yet to see how Spark 6 will help TECNO to consolidate its top position in the market. TECNO is excited to bring next-generation smartphones, with six upgraded features and empowering consumers with meaningful experience. It is expected that this new model will also create buzz and will give a tough time to its rivals.

10 Ways Telehealth Service Can Benefit You

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Have you ever heard of Telehealth? It’s the futuristic way in which we’ll be receiving healthcare, so if you haven’t already, get acquainted now!

What Is Telehealth?

Telehealth is defined in the medical industry as the delivery and facilitation of health and health-related services. These include medical care, provider and patient education, health information services, and self-care via telecommunications and digital communication technologies.

Live video conferencing, mobile health apps, “store and forward” electronic transmission, and remote patient monitoring (RPM) are examples of technologies used in Telehealth.

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So the future is prioritizing how your healthcare can become virtual. In the new normal, there are so many individuals facing a plethora of issues for which they would like to visit a doctor. However, due to the risk of contracting the virus, they’re putting their needs on hold. While Telehealth is not being developed due to this reason, it can be a solution to times like these.

These are the ten main advantages of a telehealth system that you can’t ignore!

1. Patients can expect better outcomes.

They will have faster access to specialists who can evaluate them immediately before their health condition gets worse. 

2. Unnecessary expenditure of going back and forth to hospitals can be reduced.

Remote consultations and monitoring will allow patients to manage health conditions more effectively at home.

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3. Remote specialists can decide where a patient has to stay.

They can see whether a patient needs to be moved to another facility or not. The former can allow patients to stay close to their support network.

4. Information can be accessed efficiently and quickly from both ends.

If a patient is at home, then doctors can access their records easily, or if a patient is at a facility, the transfer of files can be hassle-free!

5. The information gaps will be filled.

Telehealth will ensure that people get to know about the best treatment available near them. On the other hand, getting in touch with a renowned specialist on the other end of the world can be made more accessible.

6. Facilities can offer more advanced solutions.

This will help in making the community view them in a better light. This would not be possible without the components of Telehealth because of the ease it offers on both ends.

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7. Physicians can extend their reach.

They can reach patients who need their expertise but who would otherwise have missed out on this care without Telehealth.

8. Physicians can, in some instances, earn pay for being on-call for teleconsults.

This can be an advantage to those doctors who find it challenging to work at hospitals but also do not have the capital to start their clinic.

9. Physicians can also save more time.

By not having to travel between facilities to see patients. Haven’t you heard countless stories about how a patient had to suffer pain for hours on end because the doctor was stuck somewhere?

10. Tertiary facilities can earn more.

Tertiary care facilities can quickly identify remote patients who are sure to benefit from being transferred to their facilities. This allows them to earn more revenue.

All in all, Telehealth is bound to make lives easier!

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