Chapter 3: Tariq Habib’s Perspective
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As the project took shape, Tariq Habib, a seasoned researcher, joined the team. Tariq wasn’t a doctor, but his work in public health and data analysis made him an invaluable asset. He’d spent years studying disease patterns and misinformation in healthcare.
Tariq brought a digital angle to the book. "It’s not enough to just publish a book these days," he said during one of their meetings. "We need to make this accessible to everyone. A digital version is essential, maybe even an app."
Zulfiqar and Saba agreed, but they also knew the book needed to be in a simple, printed format for those who didn’t have access to digital tools. "We can’t rely solely on technology," Saba said. "Many of the people we’re trying to help won’t have access to apps or websites. They need something tangible."
Tariq, ever the data-driven pragmatist, understood. "True. But with the right digital tools, we can reach more people than we ever could with just a physical book. Imagine if we had a website where people could type in their symptoms and get guidance."
The trio worked late into the night, outlining chapters and figuring out how to balance simplicity with accuracy. They wanted Tashkhees to be a resource anyone could understand—no medical jargon, no complex language. It had to be universal, and it had to be practical.
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