In a significant step towards strengthening child healthcare services, a newly established Under-5 Clinic was inaugurated at Mayo Hospital Lahore with the support of UNICEF. This state-of-the-art facility aims to address the pressing need for basic health services for minors, ensuring quality medical care for children under five.
The clinic...
In an effort to strengthen Pakistan’s healthcare capacity and address critical nutritional challenges, the Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD) at Aga Khan University (AKU) has launched a new series of free, online nutrition courses for healthcare professionals. Unveiled at a launch event in Islamabad, these courses are...
The Sindh Government, in partnership with ChildLife Foundation, has achieved a significant milestone of reducing the province’s infant mortality rate to half as compared to the rest of Pakistan. This progress highlights the Sindh government’s dedication to improving healthcare for children through innovative public-private partnership programs.
A recent study conducted by...
Nestlé Pakistan’s sales for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2024, stand at PKR 149.2 billion, reflecting a decline in growth by 1.3% compared to the same period last year.
This was primarily influenced by the implementation of taxes in the Finance Act, which were passed on to consumers leading...
CEO Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) Zubair Motiwala said that Pakistani companies have made notable progress in the development and manufacturing of medical devices and equipment, which could not only reduce $2 billion of the import bill within the next five years but also earn foreign exchange for...
Provincial Minister for Health Dr Azra Pechuho said that the Sindh government extended its full support to the private sector for promoting medical tourism across the country, aiming to benefit the local healthcare sector and its contribution to the national economy.
Speaking as a chief guest at the inauguration of...
The 21st edition of Health Asia will take place from October 17 to 19 at the Expo Center in Karachi. Provincial Minister for Health Dr Azra Pehchoo will be the chief guest at the event.
The event will also host various seminars on different issues of healthcare and medical practices...
Sports in Pakistan partnered with Jinnah Postgraduate Medical
Centre (JPMC) to join the global Pinktober movement, promoting breast
cancer awareness and support.
The partnership aimed to educate communities on early detection,
screening, and treatment options, ultimately saving lives.
The event features three participation categories: 20k Ride, 10k Run,
and 5k Walk. This inclusive approach encourages...
The Dr. Ruth Pfau Civil Hospital in Karachi has made history as the first public sector institution in Pakistan to be awarded the prestigious international SafeCare certification for its Children’s Emergency Room. This landmark achievement highlights the Government of Sindh's unwavering commitment to enhancing healthcare standards and providing top-notch...
The Aga Khan University Hospital’s (AKUH) Clifton Medical Services (CMS) formally received the Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHC) License on Friday, 4 October 2024. The recognition underscores AKUH’s commitment to enforcing the Sindh Service Delivery Standards (SSDS) and delivering healthcare services that meet global standards. CMS is AKUH's flagship outpatient...
